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On the second weekend of September, doors that usually remain closed will open in Berlin-Gatow: The Bundeswehr Military History Museum invites you to the 13th Airfield Festival, offering exclusive insights into depots and exhibits normally hidden from the public.



Over 80 exhibitors, historic aircraft in flight, a diverse stage and supporting program, exciting special exhibitions, culinary offerings, and many attractions for all ages will transform the airfield into a grand celebration. Reservist Day will also showcase the diverse volunteer work of reservists and numerous emergency services organizations from Berlin and Brandenburg.


Program Highlights


Open Depot Hangar 7: Rare exhibits not normally on display

Guided tours (11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m.; max. 50 people, tickets at the meeting point in front of Hangar 6)

Flight operations with around 20 vintage aircraft: takeoffs, landings, and a "static display" to marvel at
—announced events include: Boeing Stearman, Antonov An-2, Piper L18c, T-6, Casa 1.131 (Bücker Jungmann), Do-27 A-1, YAK-52, and many more (depending on weather and technical availability)

Cockpit experience in a Tornado of the Tactical Air Force Wing 51 "Immelmann"

Walk-through Transall C-160

Special Field Post Office for the Airfield Festival

Information booths from regional museums, the Bundeswehr, aviation, police, customs, reservist work, and social organizations

Demonstrations from the Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW), the German Red Cross (DLRG), and the German Red Cross (DRK) rescue dog squad

Career truck of the Bundeswehr and informational offerings from the Berlin Police and the Prison Education Academy

Stage program with DJ and live music

Special philatelic exhibition with motifs on the topic of relief missions

Model building exhibition of the IPMS Germany in Hangar 5

Family-friendly program with many hands-on activities for children

Historical field kitchen Candy paradise and numerous food stalls

Admission is free
Additional information
Dates
September 2025
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