MissouriAviation & Car Culture
Missouri gave its name to the most famous airplane in history, the Spirit of St. Louis, and it builds fighter jets in St. Louis to this day. The stealth B-2 flies from Whiteman, and Route 66 crosses the Ozarks on its way west.
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Missouri aviation
- Whiteman Air Force BaseHome of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber.
- Boeing St. LouisThe former McDonnell plant that builds F-15 and F/A-18 fighters.
- Airline History Museum, Kansas CityRestored propliners at Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport.
Missouri car culture
- Museum of Transportation, KirkwoodCars, trucks, and locomotives, including rare one-off vehicles.
- Route 66 roadside landmarksNeon motels and classic gas stations from St. Louis to Joplin.
Best drives in Missouri
Historic Route 66 through the OzarksTwo-lane stretches past Devil's Elbow and Cuba's murals.
Great River RoadRiverfront bluffs north of St. Louis toward Hannibal.
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Missouri FAQ
Where can I see vintage and military aircraft in Missouri?
Start with Whiteman Air Force Base, Boeing St. Louis, and Airline History Museum. Home of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber.
Where are the best car events and race tracks in Missouri?
Car people in Missouri head to Museum of Transportation, and Route 66 roadside landmarks. Cars, trucks, and locomotives, including rare one-off vehicles.
What are the best scenic drives in Missouri?
Historic Route 66 through the Ozarks and Great River Road are two of the most popular. Two-lane stretches past Devil's Elbow and Cuba's murals.
Does Prop & Piston ship to Missouri?
Yes. Orders ship in 1-2 business days and typically arrive in 4-7 business days anywhere in Missouri.
Neighboring states
Event schedules, hours, and access change. Check with each venue before you go.