 In 2016, it was reported that the museum was to close, with the exhibits being transferred to Patriot Park.Prior to 1999, the museum was closed to the public, because of the display of classified prototypes from the era of the former Soviet Union.. Today, the museum contains a range of aircraft, both domestic and foreign, including military, civil and special purpose.The museum also houses associated pieces, such as the uniforms, documents, models and equipment related to the aircraft.