Located half way between Newcastle and Port Stephens, at Newcastle Airport, Fighter World is a totally ‘hands on’ experience. Exhibited in two hangars, visitors can walk-around, touch and look into the cockpits of some of Australia’s most iconic military aircraft. For those who like their machines to be supersized the mighty F-111C won’t disappoint. There is a mix of offerings from WWII replicas to modern jet fighters and one of the great things about Fighter World is that it is always changing. While there don’t miss the opportunity to sit in the cockpit of a Mirage interceptor and Macchi jet trainer and experience first-hand what it’s like to be one of Australia’s ‘Top Gun’ pilots in today’s hi-tech world.

Perched on the Observation Deck you can watch the various aircraft of the RAAF’s premier fighter squadrons take-off and land while listening to all the action on the live audio feed from the Williamtown Control Tower.

Inside the main hangar you’ll also find the Norm Forrester Collection. Unique to Fighter World it is undoubtedly one of Australia’s greatest displays of hand built model aircraft. There are plenty of other aviation displays too; weapons, radars and ejection seats are among the many items. With free WiFi you’ll be able to take advantage of your smart phone, tablet or iPod capabilities by taking the ‘QR’ Tour.

When you finish browsing the many displays you can enjoy the warm welcome, great food and friendly atmosphere of Cafe Fighter World. Conveniently located adjacent to the main hangar, Cafe Fighter World offers a range of snacks and light meals as well as cold beverages and steaming hot espresso coffee and of course free WiFi means you can stay abreast of what’s happening at home. Stay cosy inside or venture outdoors to enjoy all the noise and action of an operational Air Force Base. The choice is yours.

Make sure before you leave you visit the Fighter World Shop where you’ll find a wide range of books, souvenirs and models available.

Fighter World is disable friendly and open every day (except Christmas Day) from 10am to 4pm.

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