Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6A 3G4
The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre is a popular museum located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. It celebrates the history of bush flying and forest fire protection in Canada. The centre is set in a former aircraft hangar that was once used by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. It now displays over 30 aircraft, including many classic bushplanes used in remote parts of Canada.
Visitors to the museum can learn how pilots and engineers helped develop air travel in the Canadian wilderness. The exhibits show how bushplanes were used to transport people, goods, and supplies to areas without roads or railways. The centre also focuses on aerial firefighting, with displays showing how aircraft helped fight forest fires in the rugged landscapes of Ontario.
One of the most exciting parts of the museum is the flight simulator, which lets guests experience what it feels like to fly a bushplane. There are also hands-on displays, educational activities for children, and guided tours that share interesting facts about Canadian aviation history. The museum is great for families, school groups, and anyone interested in aviation.
The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre is open year-round and is located on the beautiful waterfront of the St. Marys River. It is one of the top attractions in Sault Ste. Marie and gives visitors a deep appreciation for the brave pilots who flew into the heart of Canada’s wilderness.
