American Airlines' C.R. Smith Museum in Fort Worth, Texas.

Named for one of the great leaders in American Airlines' history, the C.R.

Smith Museum is actually 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 organisation funded by the generous gifts of corporate partners, AMR employees and retirees, and museum friends. The museum is operated by the C.R. Smith Aviation Museum Foundation, and emphasises learning through hands-on displays. Admission is free.

The museum is located at 4601 Texas Highway 360 at FAA Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76155.

Directions : From Dallas, take Highway 183 West to 360 South towards Arlington. Take FAA Road exit (first exit off of 360 South), turn right at the stop sign. The museum is on the right.

From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (three miles south), take the South exit from the airport and follow the 183 West/360 South curve to the right. Exit at FAA Road and turn right at stop sign. The museum is on the right.

From the north, follow Texas Highway 360 South. Take Trinity Boulevard exit.

Stay in the left lane, go under highway and stay on access road northbound to stop sign at FAA Road. Take a left over the highway. The museum is ahead of you on the right.

From the south, follow 360 North. Take Trinity Boulevard/FAA Road exit.

Continue northbound on the service road till you get to FAA Road. Take a left over the highway. The museum is ahead of you on the right.

Hours : The museum is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and on Sundays from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm. The Museum gift shop closes half an hour before the museum.

For further information, the museum can be contacted at (817) 967-1560.