Why Is It Called Udvar Hazy? The Story Behind The Name

The Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia, is named after Steven F. Udvar-Hazy, a major donor who contributed $65 million to the project.

The center, an annex of the National Air and Space Museum, was originally called the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, but it was later shortened to Udvar-Hazy Center for ease of use. Udvar-Hazy, a Hungarian-American businessman, is the founder and chairman of International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), a leading aircraft leasing company. He is a passionate aviation enthusiast and a major supporter of the National Air and Space Museum. His generous donation allowed the museum to expand its collection and create a new facility that could house some of the largest and most impressive aircraft in the world.

The Udvar-Hazy Center is home to a diverse collection of aircraft, including the Space Shuttle Discovery, the SR-71 Blackbird, and the Concorde. It also features exhibits on the history of aviation and space exploration. The center is a popular destination for tourists and aviation enthusiasts alike. It offers a unique opportunity to see some of the most iconic aircraft in history up close and personal.