Planes of Fame Air Museum

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Chino

Planes of Fame Air Museum

Best timeJan–Dec
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Nearest airportONT · 6 mi
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Overview

Chino is a city in San Bernardino County in Southern California.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to stay

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Best things about Chino

Planes of Fame Air Museum

Planes of Fame Air Museum

This museum covers the history of flight from an 1896 Chanute Hang Glider through the Space Age. Of special note is the largest collection of Japanese aircraft, including the only flying original Zero fighter. Many of th…

Yanks Air Museum

This museum owns 160 aircraft including the largest private collection of American World War II fighters and dive bombers in the world.

Prado Regional Park

This massive park features fishing, camping, hiking, biking and nature trails, and disc golf. There is also shooting and archery ranges that were used in the 1984 Olympic games. Two 18-hole golf courses are also located …

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jan–Dec. Summer highs reach about 89°F; winter lows dip to about 48°F. Wettest: Feb and Jan. (climate data from nearby Anaheim)

Jan: 3.3 in rain3.3"Jan: high 71°F, low 49°F71°49°JanFeb: 3.5 in rain3.5"Feb: high 71°F, low 49°F71°49°FebMar: 1.9 in rain1.9"Mar: high 74°F, low 51°F74°51°MarApr: 0.8 in rain0.8"Apr: high 77°F, low 53°F77°53°AprMay: 0.5 in rain0.5"May: high 78°F, low 58°F78°58°MayJun: 0.2 in rain0.2"Jun: high 82°F, low 62°F82°62°JunJul: 0.1 in rain0.1"Jul: high 87°F, low 66°F87°66°JulAug: 0.0 in rain0"Aug: high 89°F, low 66°F89°66°AugSep: 0.1 in rain0.1"Sep: high 88°F, low 64°F88°64°SepOct: 0.7 in rain0.7"Oct: high 83°F, low 59°F83°59°OctNov: 1.0 in rain1"Nov: high 77°F, low 53°F77°53°NovDec: 2.0 in rain2"Dec: high 71°F, low 48°F71°48°Dec

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Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • ONT Ontario International Airport, Ontario — 6 mi away (major hub). Directions
  • SNA John Wayne Orange County International Airport, Santa Ana — 26 mi away (major hub). Directions

Chino is located at the intersection of California State Routes 60 and 71 and is less than 10 miles from Interstates 10 and 15.

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Budget & where to stay

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Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

  • Morning Planes of Fame Air Museum, Yanks Air Museum
  • Afternoon Prado Regional Park

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    Understand

    The City of Chino is centrally located in the western portion of the Inland Empire, in the lush valley below the San Gabriel Valley Mountains. Incorporated as a city in 1910, Chino is a well-established residential and commercial area with beautiful neighborhoods, diverse demographics, irresistible hometown charm and a well-rounded business mix.

    Chino's rich agricultural history dates back to the Spanish land grant forming Rancho Santa Ana del Chino. The area specialized in orchard and row crops and was the number one dairy area in the United States. The City's motto, "Where Everything Grows" originally referred to this agricultural beginning. Today it applies to growth in families, business and the strong sense of community. Commercial and industrial growth has been a significant success in Chino, due in large part to the City's development friendly philosophy. New businesses are attracted to Chino because it offers modern facilities, reasonable lease rates, competitive labor costs and un-congested access to logistic centers such as Ontario International Airport, UPS, several cross-dock trucking hubs and the BNSF intermodal rail yard in San Bernardino. The 60, 71 and 91 freeways also bound Chino. Additionally, Chino has its own municipal airport which is host to the renowned Chino Air Show each year.

    The City of Chino is within 30 minutes of 21 private and public colleges and universities. Chaffey College opened a satellite center in the city and built a $4 million information technology center in Downtown Chino. Chaffey College also plans to build a 100-acre campus in Chino to serve local communities.

    As the agricultural preserve is developed, Chino's growth will continue. Our Community Services is dedicated to accommodating the growth in population, while continuing to provide a high level of service that is unsurpassed in the Inland Empire. Chino's full-service, community oriented Police Department is closely connected to our growing community as well, through its proactive problem solving and community partnerships.

    The City of Chino's mission statement is" Together we take pride in providing quality, caring service to our community." City staff is dedicated to this mission statement and maintains their commitment to excellence in customer service. As the City looks to an exciting future, Chino will encourage balanced growth and strive to maintain its cultural heritage and hometown atmosphere.

    Get in

    By car

    Chino is located at the intersection of California State Routes 60 and 71 and is less than 10 miles from Interstates 10 and 15.

    By plane

    Go Chino Airport (CNO)

    The Chino Airport is a public general aviation airport that can handle up to 130,000 lb aircraft its 7,000 foot runway.

    📍 7000 Merrill Ave☎ +1 909 597-3910
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    Ontario International Airport (ONT) is less than 10 miles from Chino, Ontario International is services by multiple major airlines.

    Get around

    Place Omnitrans

    Omnitrans has four routes that serve Chino and provide connections to surrounding Inland Empire cities.

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    See

    Planes of Fame Air Museum

    See Planes of Fame Air Museum

    This museum covers the history of flight from an 1896 Chanute Hang Glider through the Space Age. Of special note is the largest collection of Japanese aircraft, including the only flying original Zero fighter. Many of the aircraft are the only remaining examples of their kind.

    📍 7000 Merrill Ave. #17Chino Airport🕒 Sun-Fr 10AM-5PM, Sat 9AM-5PM; Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day💲 12 and up: $11; 5-11: $4; under 5: Free; Seniors (65+) and Veterans: $10; Active duty military, police, and firefighters: Free☎ +1 909 597-3722
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    See Yanks Air Museum

    This museum owns 160 aircraft including the largest private collection of American World War II fighters and dive bombers in the world.

    📍 7000 Merrill Ave #35-A270Chino Airport🕒 Mon-Sat 8AM-4PM💲 12 and up: $16; 5-11: $5; under 5: Free; Seniors (65+): $10☎ +1 909 597-1735
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    Do

    Do Prado Regional Park

    This massive park features fishing, camping, hiking, biking and nature trails, and disc golf. There is also shooting and archery ranges that were used in the 1984 Olympic games. Two 18-hole golf courses are also located within the park.

    📍 16700 S. Euclid Ave💲 Vehicle pricing: M-F $7, Sa-Su and holidays $10; individual pricing (bike or foot entry): $2; dogs: $1. Additional fees may be required for facilities inside the park☎ +1 909 597-4260
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    Buy

    Shop Chino Spectrum Marketplace & Towne Center

    Home to over 110 retailers and restaurants. Located just EAST of the 71 Fwy at the GRAND Ave Exit.

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    Sleep

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