Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
Overview
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site is managed by National Park Service and is located near Tuskegee, Alabama. Before the first African American military pilots became known as the "Red Tails" they wore striped tails as they began their flight training in the Army's PT-17 Stearman bi-plane. Their flying adventure started at Moton Field, in Tuskegee, Alabama, where the Army Air Corps conducted a military test to determine if African Americans could be trained to fly combat aircraft.
Things to Do at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
To reach Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site... From Atlanta, GA - Take I-85S towards Montgomery, AL for approximately 127 miles to Exit 38. Turn left at the stop sign and travel 1/2 mile and turn left on Chappie James Ave. Follow the signs to the Parking Area on left. Follow the path downhill to the Historic Site. From Montgomery, AL - Take I-85N towards Atlanta, GA for approximately 36 miles to Exit 38. Turn right at the stop sign and travel 1/2 mile and turn left on Chappie James Ave.
GPS Coordinates: 32.45538700000000, -85.67983300000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (334)421-0340
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