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The museum collection is divided into ten basic
themes, which depict the foundation and growth of the unit. The
museum has also a copious outdoor exposition where most of the legendary
Bulgarian Air Force airplanes could be seen - these are Yak -23,
MIG-15, MIG-17, MIG-19C, MIG-19P, MIG-21PF, MIG-23BN, L-29, AN-2.
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first museum theme is "The First Steps of Bulgarian Aviation"
and it comprises basic facts about the period 1892-1912.
The second theme is named 'The Beginning' and it views the foundation
of Graf Ignatievo airport and the Second Attack Army Regiment.
The nascence and development of Bulgarian jet aviation is rendered
in "Graf Ignatievo - Cradle of Bulgaria's Jet Age" theme.
The mastering of new aircraft handed over during the years is mirrored
in "Battle Stations Forever" theme.
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"Aircraft and a person rest with a victory smile" theme
elaborates the staff activities in spheres of sports, arts and
socializing.
The theme " Faster, Higher and Forward to the Future"
reflects the newest facts concerning the growth of the Unit -
transformation of 19-th Fighter Air Regiment into the 3-rd Air
Force Base, renovation and modernization of the airport and installation
of the new communication equipment.
The theme "School for Professionals" reflects the participation
of the 3-rd Air Base in international exercises.
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The most valuable items are placed
in a huge window display - a container with propaganda leaflets
which in 1956 were in a balloon shot down by Cpt Trifonof; and the
personal flight suit and helmet which belonged to the first Commander
of the Unit General Simeon Simeonov.
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Some pictures and personal belongings of pilots who died while
performing their duties are arranged in the center of the window
display. Other personal items, old aircraft parts and devices as
well as numerous souvenirs and presents are exhibited. |
