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
Paint-A-Plane
Join the excitement with special activities just for kids! Paint the Cessna Cardinal, check out in an airplane or helicopter, and more!
Hops and Props
What could be better than microbrew beer, live music and cool airplanes under the warm September sky? The Hiller Aviation Museum presents Hops & Props Beer Fest.



