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.
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Today’s Schedule 9-5
Date August 15, 2026Time 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Hiller Aviation Museum is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. The Museum is closed on Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. And for other special events.
Upcoming Events
Happy Birds
Date August 22, 2026Time 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Performing birds dazzle with their intelligence and skills and their singular ability to inspire dreams of flight.
Paper Airplanes
Date August 29, 2026Time 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Everyone loves paper airplanes. We turn into test pilots just by folding sheets of paper.



