How Shannon’s remarkable aviation history got its museum

The idea for Shannon Aviation Museum dates back to 2001, when Eddie Ryan – the museum’s chairman – retired from a longstanding career in aviation and decided to kickstart a project that would recognise Shannon’s impressive aviation history

The Atlantic AirVenture flight simulator at the Shannon Aviation Museum. The facility is a vibrant learning hub with activities for all ages

The idea for Shannon Aviation Museum dates back to 2001, when Eddie Ryan – the museum’s chairman – retired from a longstanding career ...