Evergreen Air & Space Museum (July 17, 2924)

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Evergreen Air & Space Museum
July 17, 2024

The Evergreen Air & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon is a great spot for aviation and space history buffs. It features a cool collection of aircraft, including the huge Spruce Goose, and interesting space exhibits. It's a fun place for a family visit or for anyone who loves checking out aircraft. There's also a waterpark nearby if you want to relax after exploring the museum. 

Spruce Goose

The Spruce Goose, officially known as the Hughes H-4 Hercules, was developed during World War II by Howard Hughes and his team. Built primarily from birch wood due to wartime metal shortages, it was designed as a massive cargo-type flying boat to transport troops and equipment. The plane made its first and only flight on November 2, 1947, in Long Beach, California, where it flew for about a mile at an altitude of 70 feet. Despite its successful short flight, it was never put into production due to the end of the war and doubts about its practicality. Today, the Spruce Goose is housed at the Evergreen Air & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon, where it stands as a testament to innovative engineering and ambition.

It's so big, that within the confines of the museum, it's impossible to get a foto of the whole plane.

The Huey helicopter, officially known as the Bell UH-1 Iroquois, was a vital part of the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. It was used for various roles, including troop transport, medical evacuation, and close air support, earning it the nickname "workhorse of the Vietnam War." The Huey's versatility and reliability made it an iconic symbol of the conflict.

In a World War II prop fighter plane, ammunition was typically stored in compartments within the wings or fuselage, close to the mounted machine guns or cannons. The rounds were fed into the weapons using belt systems or magazines, ensuring a steady supply during combat. Pilots would fire the weapons using controls in the cockpit, aiming through gun sights or advanced targeting systems for precise engagement.