Fairchild Hiller FH-1100
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Derived from the experimental Hiller Ten99, the Model 1100 was designed to take advantage of the dramatic performance boost to helicopters provided by a turbojet engine. The Model 1100 competed for the US Army’s Light Observation Helicopter competition in 1961, proceeding to the fly-off stage with five aircraft built, flown and tested under the YOH-5 designation. Although the YOH-5 was found to have superior performance and handling to the competing Hughes YOH-6, the Hughes bid was lower and it was selected for production.
During the LOH competition Stanley Hiller Jr. merged his California helicopter company with Maryland-based Fairchild Aircraft. Hiller left the combined entity soon thereafter, but the Model 1100 was certified by the FAA for civilian use and was produced as the Fairchild Hiller FH-1100. With some 250 built through 1973, the FH-1100 was the last Hiller-designed helicopter to enter service.
Specifications
Capacity:Â 5 (1 pilot and 4 passengers)
MTOW:Â 2,750 lbs
Powerplant:Â Allison Model 250-C18, 317 shp
Cruise Speed:Â 110 knots
Range:Â 300 nautical miles
Today’s Schedule 10-5
The Hiller Aviation Museum is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM. The museum is closed for Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Upcoming Events
Hearts and Hangars
Cupid’s touched down for a members-only evening in the hangar! Join us for aviation-inspired Valentine crafts, enjoy sweet chocolate treats, explore the museum during extended hours, and enter a raffle for a special prize!
Starlab
Explore the night sky in a realistic domed simulation. Available on select dates. Additional fees are required.
Kids’ Night Out
Students ages 5-10 join for a fun night of age-appropriate craft, games, museum exploration, flight simulators, and a movie to wind down the night.