Gull Glider
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John J Montgomery 1883 Gull Glider (Replica)
In 1884 John Montgomery flew the first heavier-than-air glider from Otay Mesa near San Diego. It flew several hundred feet on this first attempt. This was the first glider to fly in the Western Hemisphere without power or control. It weighed 40 pounds and had a single wing with a span of 20’ and an 8’ fuselage. There was a tail of sorts, but no rudder.
Today’s Schedule 10-5
The Museum is closed on Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. And for other special events.
Upcoming Events
Starlight Nights
Fall and winter evenings come alive at the Hiller Aviation Museum’s Starlight Nights! With Starlab sky shows available inside and, weather permitting, telescopic observations of the Moon and planets of our solar system available outside.
E-Waste Recycling
The Golden State Hauling and Demolition truck will be under the big Hiller Aviation Museum sign.


