The Pearson Air Museum on the Fort Vancouver Historic Site in Vancouver, Washington, focused on the history of aviation at Pearson Field. According to the Museum:
“Through amazing hand-painted murals and exhibit panels, visitors gain a chronological perspective of the many varied aviation events that occurred here. These events are further brought to life with five early 20th century airplanes that display the incredibly fragile, complex, and daring nature of early aviation.”
Shown above is the R-985 “Wasp Junior” engine which was developed in 1929 by the Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Company. More than 39,000 of these air cooled, radial engines were produced.
Display cases
The balcony overlooking the Museum has some display cases with historic artifacts.
Murals
Note: These photographs were taken on October 10, 2024
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