Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Hiller Hangar Talk
Presentations, exploits, research and even some tall tales from aviators and flying enthusiasts.
Each talk is about 20-30 minutes with time for Q&A.
Presented via Zoom. Pre-registration required.
See the “Next Talk” and “Upcoming Talk” schedule for specific dates and times.
Free of charge!
Sponsored by:
Next Talk!
Wednesday, October 7, 2020. 7:00 pm
Chasing a Dream: Air Force B-52 Pilot and Flight Surgeon
with Dave Prakash, MD, MS
Dave was originally a doctor. But after completing medical school and residency he applied to the US Air Force. He omitted that he was a doctor to ensure he went to pilot training just weeks before reaching the age limit of 30. He went on to serve as a B-52 operational test pilot and eventually convinced the service to let him to work as a flight surgeon too. After 13 years on active duty as one of only nine pilot-physicians, he left for business school at Stanford in 2017. His story is a remarkable example of a person ignoring all perceived limits in following ambitious dreams.
Wednesday, October 21, 2020. 7:00 pm
Cobras to Little Birds: Attack Aviation in the Marines and Special Operations
Matt will discuss his experiences and lessons learned throughout a 26-year military career in attack aviation, from stateside training and pre-9/11 deployments, to 24 combat rotations supporting our special operations forces in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Click here to register on Zoom.
Upcoming Talk
Upcoming Talk
Wednesday, November 4, 2020. 7:00 pm
Naval Aviation: Gateway to a Career as a Naval Aviator, Commercial Pilot or Astronaut
Dick Martin was the commanding officer of VF-2, fighter squadron 2 (the “Bounty Hunters”), the first fleet squadron flying the F-14 Tomcat. Dick tells the story of how he became a Navy pilot, what the Navy training is like, and how that can lead to fulfilling aeronautical careers.
Look for more Hangar Talks coming in November and December!
Meet Hiller Aviation Museum staff and build an aviation-themed project online in a special Virtual Invention Lab session!
Programs meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 PM.
Each session runs 30-35 minutes and includes an introduction, hands-on activity, and exploration of an aircraft or aircraft replica in the Hiller Aviation Museum.
Presented live via Zoom from the Invention Lab studio! No pre-registration required, just drop in!
Virtual Invention Lab topics Fall 2020
- Straw Rockets / SpaceShipOne (September 29-October 1)
- Cosmic Comets / L-39 (October 6-8)
- Amazing Aircraft / Penguin (October 13-15)
- Mars Helicopter / XH-44 (October 20-22)
- Halloween Ghosticopter / Scorpion (October 27-29)
Free of charge!
Current Activity
September 29 – October 1
Straw Rockets
Investigate Newton’s Third Law of action and reaction while constructing and launching a simple air-powered rocket, then get an up-close look at rocket-powered vehicles in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s collection!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM. Spacecraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 PM.
Supply List – Straw Rockets
- Drinking straw (paper, plastic or reusable are all OK)
- Straw Rocket template
- Scissors
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
October 6-8
Cosmic Comets
Learn about the giant, dirty iceballs that haunt our solar system and build a fun comet model, then check out the L-39 jet trainer!
30-minute craft activity begins at 2 PM and is repeated at 3 PM. Aircraft exploration and question/answer session follows at approximately 2:30 and 3:30 PM..
Supply List – Comets
- Scissors
- Tinsel or Streamers
- Clear tape
Zoom Link
Zoom link active only during scheduled Virtual Invention Lab sessions.
Clear Skies Ahead
16th Annual Benefit Gala — First-ever “thank you for not coming” fundraiser!
Saturday, October 24, 7 – 8 pm
A livestreamed online event
You are invited to view this livestreamed one-hour virtual event and make a difference when it’s needed most! There is no cost to attend this online fundraiser.
Auction and donation activities support Hiller Aviation Museum’s mission of aviation and STEM education. Your support nurtures the bold visions that inspire youth to pursue their own dreams of aviation, science, and engineering.
Keynote on Urban Air Mobility Opportunities & Challenges
Clear Skies Ahead features keynote address by Gary Gysin, President & CEO of Wisk, a joint venture between Boeing and Kitty Hawk.
Cora is Wisk’s all-electric, self-flying, 2 person eVTOL aircraft that takes off like a helicopter and flies like a plane.
Sponsorship Opportunities
~ Now Available ~
$15,000 ∙ $10,000 ∙ $5,000 ∙ $3,500 ∙ $2,000
Your support is greatly appreciated!
Sponsorships and donations are 100% tax deductible. Nonprofit tax ID # is 94-3226411.
To donate by credit card:
Other Ways to Donate
Mail:
Hiller Aviation Museum
Attn: Clear Skies Ahead
601 Skyway Road
San Carlos, CA 94070
DAF:
Hiller Aviation Institute & Museum nonprofit tax ID# 94-3226411
Transfer securities to Hiller Aviation Institute
Account # 1443-3821 / DTC #0141
First Clearing Corp. (Wells Fargo Advisors)
1950 University Avenue, #300
E. Palo Alto, CA 94303
Special Thanks to the Hiller Aviation Museum Board of Directors
Stephen S. Hiller, Chair; Hank Scherf, Vice Chair; Don Eaton, Secretary
Mark Jon Bluth ∙ Bram Bout ∙ Oliver Coolidge ∙ Matt Croce ∙ Eileen DiGiorgio ∙ Rick Ellinger ∙ Rick Gostyla ∙ Marian Harris ∙ Kirsten Komoroske ∙ Chris Lee ∙ Bob Lundy ∙ Robert MacLean ∙ Thom Maslow ∙ Manuel Terranova
.
For more information, contact: Rebecca Duran, VP of Development, at 650-654-0200 ext. 203 or duran@hiller.org.
