Museum, historical/archaeological site

Musée de la Défense aérienne

Establishment assessed on

Accessibility rating
Partially accessible
Good to know
  • A wheelchair is available on site
  • Several interactive kiosks are available in French and English, as well as an augmented reality app
  • Bilingual guided tours are available
  • Access to the aircraft and the observation deck involves climbing steps
Exterior of the facility
Exterior of the facility
Access ramp
Access ramp
Main Entrance
Main Entrance
Interior of the facility
Interior of the facility
Store
Store
Permanent Exhibition
Permanent Exhibition
Permanent Exhibition
Permanent Exhibition
Permanent Exhibition
Permanent Exhibition
Access ramp leading to the temporary exhibition
Access ramp leading to the temporary exhibition
Temporary exhibition
Temporary exhibition
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Universal Bathroom
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Outdoor site
Access to the lookout point
Access to the lookout point
Access to the lookout point
Access to the lookout point
Accessible entrance leading to the outdoor area
Accessible entrance leading to the outdoor area
Reserved Parking
Reserved Parking
Wheelchair
Wheelchair

Establishment details

Access to sections

  • All sections are accessible : yes

Circulation corridor

  • Clear width (cm) : 97

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 200
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 200

Access ramp

  • Type of ramp : fixed
  • Single accessible passage-Clear width (cm) : 140
  • Slope(%) : 8

Seating furniture

  • Back support : no
  • Armrest available : no

Exhibit

  • Displayed objects-Inclination : sloped
  • Clearance-Height (cm) : 64,7
  • Clearance-Knee depth (cm) : 46,7

Exhibit-Text

  • Reading aids available : no

Additional Information

The exhibits are located at a height of 80 to 150 cm above the floor. Several interactive kiosks are available in French and English.

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 125
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 125

Door

  • Manual door-Required effort : low effort
  • Clear width (cm) : 86,8

Toilet

  • Transfer zone-Type : angled
  • Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 120
  • Transfer zone-Type of obstacles : sink

Toilet-Grab bar (side)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Toilet-Grab bar (back)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Sink

  • Counter surface height (cm) : 89
  • Clearance-Height (cm) : 80,6
  • Clearance-Knee depth (cm) : 63

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : asphalt

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : lawn

Circulation aisle

  • Clear width (cm) : 120

Seating furniture

  • Type of seating : bench
  • Back support : yes
  • Armrest available : on both sides

Table

  • Table type : picnic

Rest area

  • Type of rest area : with shelter
  • Type of surface : lawn

Additional Information

Several picnic tables are located on the lawn, but none are accessible.
The door providing direct access to the outdoor site has a threshold.
An accessible entrance is located at the front of the building, near the parking lot. This door is locked and must be unlocked by an employee.
Access to the aircraft and the observation tower involves stairs.

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : asphalt

Parking-Information

  • Parking type : outdoor

Reserved parking

  • With-side-aisle space-Width (cm) : 380
  • With-side-aisle space-Side aisle width (cm) : 120

Access ramp

  • Type of ramp : fixed
  • Single accessible passage-Clear width (cm) : 95,6
  • Slope(%) : 8

Access ramp-Handrails

  • Presence of handrails : on both sides

Door

  • Clear width (cm) : 81,2

Automatic door opener

  • Type of automatic door opener : push plate

Circulation corridor

  • Clear width (cm) : 137

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 400
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 400

Counter

  • Surface height (cm) : 103

Payment terminal

  • Payment terminal type : removable with wire

Displays

  • Percentage of accessible items(%) : 50

Service signage

  • Raised elements present : no
  • Braille present : no

Description

Immerse yourself in the world of military aviation in the heart of Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean. Discover the permanent exhibition “Wings of the North” and take the controls with virtual reality flight simulators. An immersive experience offering a unique way to explore the history and world of aviation.

Contact details

6513, chemin Saint-Anicet, Saguenay, Québec

418 677-7159 /

museebagotville@cfmws.com

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