THE NERD PAYOFF
Why This Pin Earned Its Place
The collection is unusually strong in Southern California aerospace prototypes, target drones, aircraft, engines, and cutaway hardware.
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GE J47 turbojet cutaway and F-14A
LOOK CLOSER
The Gloriously Specific Details
What to notice
• Northrop YF-23A PAV-2
• YF-17 Cobra prototype
• GE J47 turbojet cutaway and F-14A
INTERPRETATION · NERD RELEVANCE
The collection is unusually strong in Southern California aerospace prototypes, target drones, aircraft, engines, and cutaway hardware.
PLAN THE VISIT
Useful Before You Leave the House
Address
3315 Airport Dr, Red Baron #3, Torrance, CA 90505
Hours
Mon, Fri–Sun: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Price
Low-cost general admission; children under 12 are free.
Transit
This active-airport location is easiest by car.
Parking
Free museum and overflow parking are available.
Photography
Ask before photography and never board or touch aircraft without staff invitation.
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