MarylandAviation & Car Culture

Maryland has the world's oldest continuously operating airport, where the Wright brothers trained the Army's first pilots. Naval test pilots fly from Patuxent River, and Air Force One calls Joint Base Andrews home.

4 aviation stops2 car destinations2 great drives

Maryland aviation

  • College Park Aviation MuseumAt the world's oldest continuously operating airport, founded in 1909.
  • Patuxent River Naval Air MuseumNavy test aircraft next to NAS Patuxent River.
  • Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum, Middle RiverAircraft and history from the Martin company.
  • Joint Base AndrewsHome of the presidential airlift fleet.

Maryland car culture

  • Maryland International Raceway, MechanicsvilleA popular drag strip in southern Maryland.
  • Cruisin Ocean CityA long-running classic car event on the boardwalk town each spring.

Best drives in Maryland

Historic National RoadU.S. 40 and Alternate 40 across western Maryland's mountains.
Chesapeake Country Scenic BywayWaterfront towns on the Eastern Shore.
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Maryland FAQ

Where can I see vintage and military aircraft in Maryland?
Start with College Park Aviation Museum, Patuxent River Naval Air Museum, and Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum. At the world's oldest continuously operating airport, founded in 1909.
Where are the best car events and race tracks in Maryland?
Car people in Maryland head to Maryland International Raceway, and Cruisin Ocean City. A popular drag strip in southern Maryland.
What are the best scenic drives in Maryland?
Historic National Road and Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway are two of the most popular. U.S. 40 and Alternate 40 across western Maryland's mountains.
Does Prop & Piston ship to Maryland?
Yes. Orders ship in 1-2 business days and typically arrive in 4-7 business days anywhere in Maryland.

Neighboring states

Event schedules, hours, and access change. Check with each venue before you go.