Hiller Aviation Museum

Benefit Gala 2025
2024-10-12 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd., San Carlos, 94070, United States
Beyond the Horizon
The Future of Electric Flight
21st Annual Benefit Gala

Hiller Aviation Museum is committed to inspiring adventure and innovation while using tools of science to explore how the physical world works and how the dream of flight is made into a reality.
Join us and support our mission to provide STEM education to future generations!

Saturday, September 27, at 5 pm
21st Annual Benefit Gala Beyond the Horizon
The Future of Electric Flight

Eric Allison, Joby Aviation’s Chief Product Officer.

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Keynote by: Eric Allison
Eric serves as Joby Aviation’s Chief Product Officer. He most recently led the Elevate team at Uber, developing software tools that built on more than a decade of experience enabling on-demand mobility. His experience in aerospace research, electric propulsion, energy storage, vehicle autonomy, and composite structures led him to the CEO position at Zee Aero, where he spearheaded the development of Cora, an autonomous air taxi vehicle. Eric holds a PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford, an MS in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford, and a BS from the Milwaukee School of Engineering.

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Special Thanks to the Hiller Aviation Museum Board of Directors

Stephen S. Hiller, Chair; Manuel Terranova, Vice Chair; Kirsten Komoroske, Secretary
Mark Jon Bluth | Matt Champion | Oliver Coolidge | Scott Cronce | Matt Croce | Rick Ellinger |
Rick Gostyla | Bob Grassilli | Mubarik Imam | Christopher Lee | Carla Leibowitz | Charles Litchfield
Bob Lundy | Robert MacLean | Hank Scherf | Tina Srivastava | Michelle Williams

Download the in-kind Donation letter here. You can fill out our donation form and email or mail it back to us.

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How to Contribute Auction Prizes
Auction prize donations for 2025 are already being collected and are greatly appreciated, especially gifts of fine wine, getaways, aviation experiences, and more!
Please contact Audie Amirkiai to donate prizes for our live and silent auction.
650-654-0200 x203, audie@hiller.org

Your Support is Greatly Appreciated!
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$5,000 ∙ $2,500 ∙ $1,000 ∙ $500 ∙ $250 ∙ $100 ∙ $50
Your support is greatly appreciated!Donations are 100% tax deductible.

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Mail:Hiller Aviation MuseumAttn: Beyond the Horizon601 Skyway RoadSan Carlos, CA 94070

DAF:Hiller Aviation Institute & Museum Nonprofit Tax ID# 94-3226411

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Benefit Gala 2024
2024-10-12 17:00 - 21:00
FLYING ON THE EDGE
20th Annual Benefit Gala

Hiller Aviation Museum is committed to inspiring adventure and innovation while using tools of science to explore how the physical world works and how the dream of flight is made into a reality.
Join us and support our mission to provide STEM education to future generations!

Saturday, October 12, at 5 pm
20th Annual Benefit Gala
Beyond the Horizon The Future of Electric Flight

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Keynote by Melissa Burns
Melissa Burns, US Unlimited Aerobatic Team Member, Airshow Performer, and Skydiver. An internationally recognized pilot in competitive flying, Melissa made history as the youngest female member of the US Unlimited Aerobatic Team at 22 years old.

Special Thanks to the Hiller Aviation Museum Board of Directors

Stephen S. Hiller, Chair; Manuel Terranova, Vice Chair; Kirsten Komoroske, Secretary
Mark Jon Bluth ∙Hank Scherf ∙ Oliver Coolidge ∙ Matt Croce ∙ Scott Cronce ∙ Rick Ellinger ∙ Rick Gostyla ∙ Bob Grassilli ∙ Mubarik Imam ∙ Christopher Lee ∙ Charles Litchfield ∙ Bob Lundy ∙ Robert MacLean ∙ Michelle Williams ∙ Kate Wormington ∙ Tina Srivastava ∙ Matt Champion ∙ Carla Leibowitz∙

Download the in-kind Donation letter here. You can fill out our donation form and email or mail it back to us.

Download PDF Form

How to Contribute Auction Prizes

Auction prize donations for 2024 are already being collected and are greatly appreciated, especially gifts of fine wine, getaways, aviation experiences, and more!

Please contact Audie Amirkiai to donate prizes for our live and silent auction.
650-654-0200 x203, audie@hiller.org

Your Support is Greatly Appreciated!
~ Donate Now ~
$5,000 ∙ $2,500 ∙ $1,000 ∙ $500 ∙ $250 ∙ $100 ∙ $50
Your support is greatly appreciated!
Donations are 100% tax deductible.

Other Ways to Donate
Mail:
Hiller Aviation Museum
Attn: Visions From the Stratosphere
601 Skyway Road
San Carlos, CA 94070

DAF:
Hiller Aviation Institute & Museum nonprofit tax ID# 94-3226411

Stock:
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

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Help support the Hiller Aviation Museum at the 20th Annual Benefit Gala

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Today's Schedule 10-3
2024-11-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-21 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-12 10:00 - 15:00
The Hiller Aviation Daily Schedule
The Hiller Aviation Museum is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM*.
*On this date the Museum will be closing at 3 PM due to a private event.
The Museum also closes at 3 PM on Christmas Eve.
The Museum is closed on Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. And for other special events.

Turkey Toss!
2024-11-27 11:00 - 12:00
Helicopter Turkey Toss & Turkey Hunt

In Commemoration of arguably the greatest sitcom episode ever aired on TV, the 1978 WKRP in Cincinnati “Turkeys Away” the Hiller Aviation Museum presents the Turkey Toss!
The Museum is known for presenting many events using a helicopter. Santa and the Easter Bunny both arrive by helicopter, A Witch drops pumpkins on Halloween, and even a skydiving leprechaun jumps out of a helicopter for St. Patrick’s Day. Now once again the museum will be dropping Turkeys! No, not real turkeys because domestic Turkeys can’t fly, as illustrated in the famous WKRP episode, so we will be dropping little soft, squeezable Turkeys that the kids can take home with them.
To quote Arthur Carlson, the GM of WKRP, “As God is my witness, I thought Turkeys could fly!”
There will also be a Turkey Hunt all day. Find all the Turkey’s hiding in the Museum and win a prize!

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Here is the script from that famous episode: Nov 1978
Les Nessman: I'm here with hundreds of people who have gathered to witness what has been described as perhaps the greatest turkey event in Thanksgiving Day history. All we know for sure is that in a very few moments there are going to be a lot of happy people out here. Now the crowd is...
[passers-by gawk at Les]
Les Nessman: The... the crowd is uh... curious but well behaved. And I think I hear something now. Uh... The crowd is moving out into the parking area. And... oh yes! I can see it now. It's a... it's a... helicopter and it's coming this way!
Andy Travis: A helicopter?
Les Nessman: It's flying something behind it and I can't quite make it out. It's a large banner and it says H a p p y... T h a n k s... giving... from W... K... R... P! What a sight, ladies and gentlemen. What a sight. The 'copter seems to circling the parking area now. I guess it's looking for a place to land. No! Something just came out of the back of a helicopter. It's a dark object, perhaps a skydiver plummeting to the earth from only two thousand feet in the air... There's a third... No parachutes yet... Those can't be skydivers. I can't tell just yet what they are but... Oh my God! They're turkeys! Oh no! Johnny can you get this? Oh, they're crashing to the earth right in front of our eyes! One just went through the windshield of a parked car! This is terrible! Everyone's running around pushing each other. Oh my goodness! Oh, the humanity! People are running about. The turkeys are hitting the ground like sacks of wet cement! Folks, I don't know how much longer... The crowd is running for their lives. I think I'm going to step inside. I can't stand here and watch this anymore. No, I can't go in there. Children are searching for their mothers and oh, not since the Hindenburg tragedy has there been anything like this. I don't know how much longer I can hold my position here, Johnny. The crowd...
Dr. Johnny Fever: Les? Les? Les, are you there? Les isn't there. Thanks for that on-the-spot report, Les. For those of you who've just tuned in, the Pinedale Shopping Mall has just been bombed with live turkeys. Film at eleven.
[Les walks in, looking dazed]
Venus Flytrap: Les! Are you okay?
Les Nessman: I don't know. A man and his two children tried to kill me. After the turkeys hit the pavement, the crowd kind of scattered but, some of them tried to attack me! I tried to jam myself into a phone booth. Then Mr. Carlson had the helicopter land in the middle of the parking lot. I guess he thought he could save the day by turning the rest of the turkeys loose. It gets pretty strange after that.
Venus Flytrap: [to Andy] "Now" it gets strange.
Andy Travis: Yeah, right. Now, Les, c'mon now, tell us the rest.
Les Nessman: [dazed] I really don't know how to describe it. It was like the turkeys mounted a counter-attack. It was almost as if they were... organized!
Arthur Carlson: [Mr. Carlson and Herb come out of his Mr. Carlson's office] As God is my witness, I thought turkeys could fly!

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Museum closed for Thanksgiving
2024-11-28 10:00 - 17:00

Museum Closed for Christmas
2024-12-25 10:00 - 17:00
The Hiller Aviation Museum is closed for Christmas.

Air Racing Exhibit Grand Opening
2025-03-01 11:00 - 12:30
Air Racing Grand Opening Event
Saturday, March 1, 11 AM
Panel Discussion and Ribbon Cutting

Celebrate the grand opening of Air Racing at the Hiller Aviation Museum! This exciting new exhibit features displays from the Golden Age of Air Racing and the Reno Air Races. Renowned air race pilots Vicky Benzing, Justin Phillipson, Dave Morss, and Bruce Wallace join in a spirited panel discussion at 11 AM, followed by the ceremonial ribbon cutting to formally open the new exhibit at 12 noon. Join us for a thrilling journey through air racing history and witness the evolution of the world’s fastest motor sport.
We’d like to thank the Benzing, Mendonca, Williamson families in addition to our invaluable restoration volunteers for their collaborative support to make this exhibit possible.

Museum Closed
2025-03-11 10:00 - 17:00
The Hiller Museum is closed today for a private event.

Museum Closes Early 4PM - Private Event
2025-03-19 16:00 - 17:00
The Hiller Museum closes today at 4PM for a private event.

Aviation Exploration Day
2025-03-30 11:00 - 15:00
Aviation Exploration Day

Sunday March 3011 AM – 3 PM
Free Event
Discover Your Future in Aviation!
Are you a teenager with a passion for aviation? Do you dream of soaring through the skies as a commercial airline pilot, defending your country as a military pilot, or ensuring the safety of air travel as an air traffic controller? Join us for Aviation Exploration Day, where you can explore a variety of exciting aviation careers and meet professionals who can guide you on your journey!
What to Expect

Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry experts, ask questions, and get advice on how to pursue your aviation dreams.
Exhibits and Demonstrations: Explore the latest technology and innovations in aviation.

Career Paths in Aviation

Commercial Airline Pilot: Learn about the training and qualifications needed to fly for major airlines and the exciting life of a commercial pilot.
Military Pilot: Discover the rigorous training and dedication required to serve as a pilot in the armed forces.
Air Traffic Controller: Find out how air traffic controllers manage the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in the skies and on the ground.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician: Explore the vital role of maintenance technicians in keeping aircraft safe and operational.
Drone Operator: Dive into the rapidly growing field of drone operations and the various applications of drone technology.
Airport Operations: Understand the complexities of managing airport operations and ensuring smooth and safe travel for passengers.

Why Attend?

Inspiration: Get inspired by the stories and experiences of aviation professionals.
Guidance: Receive valuable advice on education, training, and career paths.
Hands-On Experience: Engage in practical activities that give you a real feel for different aviation roles.
Community: Join a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for aviation.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career in aviation!

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Today’s Schedule 10-4
2025-04-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-03 10:00 - 16:00
The Hiller Aviation Daily Schedule
The Hiller Aviation Museum is open daily from 10 AM to 4 PM.
The Museum is closed on Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. And for other special events.

Closed for Easter
2025-04-20 10:00 - 17:00

Museum Closes Early 3PM - Private Event
2025-05-21 15:00 - 17:00
The Hiller Museum closes today at 3PM for a private event.

Today’s Schedule 10:00 - 5:30
2025-06-09 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-11 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-12 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-13 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-15 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-16 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-17 10:00 - 17:30, 2025-06-18 10:00 - 17:30 and 6 more dates
The Hiller Aviation Daily Schedule
The Hiller Aviation Museum is open daily from 10 AM to 5:30 PM June 9 – August 15.
The Museum is closed on Easter Sunday, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. And for other special events.
