Institutional Code of Ethics
Guiding principles for all museum operations and interactions
Historical Integrity
- Accuracy and Authenticity: We strive to present accurate and truthful representations of aviation and military history, backed by rigorous research and expert consultation.
- Preservation of Artifacts: We preserve and maintain aviation artifacts with the utmost care, protecting them from deterioration for future generations.
Education & Public Engagement
- Inclusive Learning: We foster an environment that promotes lifelong learning for visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and knowledge levels.
- Respect for Diversity: We reflect diverse perspectives in aviation history, including contributions from underrepresented groups.
- Safety in Engagement: Visitor, staff, and volunteer safety is always our priority in all activities and events.
Professional Conduct
- Respectful Interactions: All staff, volunteers, and stakeholders treat each other, visitors, and partners with respect, kindness, and courtesy.
- Transparency and Accountability: Museum management acts with transparency in decision-making and maintains accountability.
- Conflicts of Interest: We avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any personal, professional, or financial interests affecting our work.
Environmental Responsibility
- Sustainability: We strive to reduce our environmental footprint through sustainable practices in construction, operations, and exhibits.
- Preservation Balance: We use safe, eco-friendly materials while maintaining the flight operations of our aircraft collection as sustainably as possible.
Financial Stewardship
- Honest Fundraising: We uphold the highest ethical standards in all fundraising activities, accepting donations from sources that align with our mission.
- Transparent Management: We maintain sound financial practices with transparent accounting and reporting available to stakeholders.
Visitor Privacy & Safety
- Data Protection: We protect personal information of visitors, donors, volunteers, and employees following privacy laws and best practices.
- Risk Management: We conduct regular risk assessments and safety inspections to ensure safe experiences for all.
Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion Policy
Our commitment to providing an accessible and inclusive museum experience for all
Policy Statement & Purpose
The National Warplane Museum is committed to providing an accessible museum experience to all visitors, regardless of age, gender, race, or ability. Museums serve as a way to explore and talk about our past, our heritage. History shows how we've come together to accomplish great feats when we combine our unique similarities and differences.
Our museum makes this history available to each visitor. We celebrate what makes us each exceptional.
Guiding Principles
- Promote positive, respectful relationships amongst colleagues and visitors
- Encourage respect for personal preferences and lifestyle choices
- Proactivity about preventing discrimination and inequality
- Adopt practices that use individuals' differing skills and talents effectively
- Create a culture that values differences and recognizes the harms of treating people unequally
Our Actions
- Displays reflecting diverse backgrounds (Tuskegee Airmen, WASPs, Navajo Code Talkers, Patriots from the Barrio)
- Living-history events showcasing the significance of unique people from our past
- Non-discriminatory staff and volunteer recruitment processes
- Regular organizational DEAI training for staff and volunteers
- Community partnerships creating inclusive opportunities
- Flexible working practices accommodating individual needs
Accessibility Accommodations (ADA)
Approach & Entrance
- ✓ Handicap parking spots available with proper spacing and signage
- ✓ Accessible pathway to main museum entrance
- ✓ Accessible sidewalks and roads between museum buildings
- ✓ Doors proper width for wheelchair access
Access to Goods & Services
- ✓ Interior routes accessible via wheelchair (store, displays, hangar)
- ✓ Single-level facility - no elevators necessary
- ✓ Displays and aircraft viewable with ample space for wheelchair navigation
- ✓ Audio tour available for different reading, eyesight, or language abilities
Facilities
- ✓ Accessible restroom available to the public
- ✓ Adequate space within facilities for wheelchair navigation
Additional Access
- ✓ Fire alarms with both audible and visual alerts
- ✓ Service animals welcome in accordance with ADA regulations
Equal Opportunity & Inclusion
We are an equal opportunity employer and custodian of public history. We welcome and encourage all people to work with and/or visit the museum, regardless of their age, disability, race, gender, sexuality, or socio-economic status.
History deserves to be told and heard by all. The National Warplane Museum will take every action necessary to maintain a culture of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
Commitment to Ongoing Improvement
The National Warplane Museum encourages continuous professional development for its staff, volunteers, and board members. We regularly evaluate our ethical practices and operations to ensure we are meeting our mission and evolving with new knowledge and best practices.
We welcome feedback from visitors and stakeholders on our operations and will address any concerns in a timely and professional manner.
Questions About Our Policies?
Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and inclusion guides everything we do. If you have questions about our policies or suggestions for improvement, we welcome your input — please contact us.