Museum

Clin d'Ailes Aviation Museum

Musée Clin d'ailes. © ATB/Atelier-Picsel.ch

Place
- Payerne
Ort

Located at the main operational base for Swiss F/A-18s, the Clin d'Ailes Military Aviation Museum showcases military aviation from the second half of the 20th century.

From the Vampire to the Mirage III, the Venom and the Hunter, so many beautiful and powerful machines express, in the heart of the Aviation Museum, the rapid progress made in aerodynamics, materials used and weapon systems.

On the ground or in the gallery, the Clin d'ailes Museum presents the history of Swiss military aviation and the Swiss Air Force, in particular through films, models and exhibitions. The jet exhibition, a unique curiosity, as well as two flight simulators add even more spice to the visit.
The proximity to the aerodrome's runways allows visitors to follow the engagements of military aircraft from the museum's terrace.

Opening hours

From 1 Sep 2025 to 31 Oct 2025
Tuesday - Sunday
- 13:30 - 17:00

From 1 Nov 2025 to 31 Mar 2026
Wednesday
- 13:30 - 17:00
Saturday
- 13:30 - 17:00

From 1 Apr 2026 to 30 Jun 2026
Tuesday - Sunday
- 13:30 - 17:00

From 1 Jul 2026 to 31 Aug 2026
Tuesday - Saturday
- 13:30 - 17:00

Prices

Admisssion
Adult
- CHF 10.-
Child (6-16)
- CHF 5.-
Family (2 adults, x children)
- CHF 25.-
Seniors
- CHF 8.-
Military, trainee, student
- CHF 5.-

Good to know

- The museum is part of the Pass musées payernois – a combined offer with Payerne Abbey for an enriched cultural experience at a reduced price.
- Opening and visit out of hours on request. Audioguides are at the disposal free of charge.
- Parking: parking spaces available
- Accessible by public transport: yes
- Accessible by car: yes

On site