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KLRU · LAS CRUCES, NM

Rolf Mitchel Model Collection

Visit the main terminal to see about 60 scale models of historic aircraft and ships. The collection includes aircraft and vessels from World War II.

A day out

Website checked Nov 10, 2026 · LAS CRUCES INTL

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Before you go

Call to confirm hours.

Best days: On display during normal terminal operating hours. The airport lists weekday terminal office hours of 8 AM–5 PM.

Call the FBO 575-541-2471 Official website ↗

Ground-visit planning only. Use current aviation sources for weather, NOTAMs, airport restrictions and aircraft suitability.

From the airplane to your destination

On airport. Ask the FBO for the pedestrian route and re-entry instructions for the main terminal.

Aircraft parking

Published source

Arrange a tiedown and confirm fees and return-gate access with Francis Aviation (575-526-6341) or Southwest Aviation (575-524-8047). Confirm overnight parking for stays.

Source ↗Checked 2026-11-10

Getting to the entrance

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The pedestrian route and gate access have not been verified. Ask before leaving the aircraft.

Ground transportation

Published source

On airport. Ask the FBO for the pedestrian route and re-entry instructions for the main terminal.

Source ↗Checked 2026-11-10

Reservations & arrival times

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Confirm hours, availability and any reservation requirements.

Facilities

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Restrooms, showers and other visitor facilities have not been independently confirmed.

Airport & FBO contacts

FBOs
Francis Aviation · 575-526-6341Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-10Francis Aviation 575-526-6341. The city gives 575-524-8048 for Southwest Aviation, one digit different from the operator.
Southwest Aviation · 575-524-8047Source ↗ · Source checked 2026-11-10Southwest publishes 575-524-8047 for its Las Cruces FBO.
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  • Weekend access, assigned parking and the pedestrian route from each FBO remain unverified.
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