

Our Boeing 314 Clipper Flying Boat Replica
The Boeing 314 has undoubtedly become the quintessential Pan Am clipper flying boat. When most people conjure up an image of a classic flying boat they’re picturing the B314. It was one of the primary types of flying boat traveling into Foynes back when the village was the epicenter of transatlantic flights.
A Project Is Born
We thought John must be mad, but he insisted it could be done. And it was thrilling to think that we might resurrect this magnificent machine (there are also no other full replicas in existence).
The Project Takes Off
It took Bill and his team approximately 10 months to build our replica, which was transported to Foynes in sections, by night in big wide loads. Large cranes on site lifted the pieces in, and the model was assembled right where it sits today.
The B314 Flying Boat Awaits Your Visit
The entire creation process was filmed from the start. Along with other materials, this film was used in a documentary about the history of the famous Pan Am Clipper flying boats and their intrepid crews, with special emphasis on our own replica Boeing 314. This film is now available in DVD form from our museum shop.
A visit to the museum is essential to get the full experience of this amazing aircraft.