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As a life-long aviation enthusiast, I've always had particular interest in commercial aviation history. To that end, the American Airlines C. R. Smith Museum is an entertaining source of relevant, fun-to-know information for me and my family. Like us, you and your family will find that the museum provides a unique insight not only into aviation's storied past, but a stirring reflection of American's proud history. I invite you to visit the museum when you are in the Dallas/Fort Worth area." Gerard Arpey Chairman and CEO American Airlines	American's Chairman and CEO holds a FAA multi-engine instrument rating and is an avid private pilot.
About the Museum The American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum is much more than a museum. It's a sight-and-sound, hands-on, window-seat look at the world of flight. It's an adventure offering you a chance to hear, see, touch and be a part of the exciting aviation industry. Best of all, it's a great place for the entire family - or any group - to enjoy, time and time again.
The C.R. Smith Museum is one of the few museums in the world dedicated solely to commercial aviation. The museum opened in July 1993 and is dedicated to past and present American Airlines employees and C.R. Smith, longtime American Airlines president and aviation pioneer. The museum is a non-profit organization funded by the generous gifts of corporate partners, AMR employees and retirees, and museum friends. For information on how to become a member or corporate sponsor, see our section MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION. The museum is operated by the C.R. Smith Aviation Museum Foundation and emphasizes hands-on learning through hands-on displays.

MISSION STATEMENT The American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum preserves the history of American Airlines and interprets the air transportation industry. Through its activities, the museum serves active and retired and interested members of the general public. Because of the museum’s commitment to education, its exhibits stress hands-on learning through hands-on displays. The museum collects artifacts and archival materials that are suitable for its educational and exhibit programs.