Hiller Aviation Museum

Hiller Aviation Museum Hiller Aviation Museum is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational museum.
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On June 6, 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, marking a turning point in World War II.Today, we take a...
06/06/2026

On June 6, 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, marking a turning point in World War II.

Today, we take a moment to reflect on their courage, their sacrifice, and the cost of freedom.

Their legacy endures—and we remember.

Celebrating the Hiller Aviation Museum’s opening on June 5, 1998. For decades, the museum has brought aviation history t...
06/05/2026

Celebrating the Hiller Aviation Museum’s opening on June 5, 1998. For decades, the museum has brought aviation history to life through its collection, programs, and hands-on experiences. As we mark this anniversary, we look forward to continuing to inspire the next generation of explorers, engineers, and dreamers.

Planning your Biggest Little Air Show visit? Here’s what to know:Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:00 PMFree parking ...
06/05/2026

Planning your Biggest Little Air Show visit? Here’s what to know:

Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

Free parking is available but limited—please follow directions from our parking volunteers. Some lots may be up to a ¾-mile walk, with a shuttle running to the furthest location. Carpooling or using Uber/Lyft is highly encouraged.

No seating is provided, so feel free to bring folding chairs. The flight line opens about 10 minutes before the show, and space is first come, first served (no reserved areas).

Food trucks on site: T-Mo Burgers, Twister, Harry’s Hotdogs and Pizza, and Mr. Softee.

Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door.

Stick around after the show to meet pilots and explore the museum.

Family Wednesdays are back for the summer!Join us each week for a special family-friendly activity included with admissi...
06/04/2026

Family Wednesdays are back for the summer!

Join us each week for a special family-friendly activity included with admission.
We’re kicking things off June 10 with Happy Birds—feel free to dress in your best tropical attire!

On June 17, don’t miss the always-popular Bubble Bonanza.

And to wrap up the month, get ready for our Water Rocket Rally on June 24th.

There’s something fun happening every week, so be sure to stop by and enjoy Family Wednesdays with us all summer long.

In April 1913, aviation pioneers gathered in San Francisco to celebrate a brand-new era: powered flight. The Pacific Aer...
06/03/2026

In April 1913, aviation pioneers gathered in San Francisco to celebrate a brand-new era: powered flight. The Pacific Aero Club banquet brought together the innovators, builders, and early pilots who helped shape aviation in its earliest days.

Many of those names live on today, etched into history, and even here at the museum, reminding us how bold and experimental those first years of flight truly were.

From formal dinners to fragile flying machines, this was a community driven by curiosity, risk, and a shared belief that humans could take to the skies.

Get ready for nonstop “look up!” moments! The Biggest Little Air Show takes off Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:00 ...
06/02/2026

Get ready for nonstop “look up!” moments!

The Biggest Little Air Show takes off Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM with RC planes, EDF jets, model rockets, drones, 3D helicopters, and full‑size aerobatics. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door.

Before it became the FH-1100, this helicopter was pushing the limits of what was possible Originally developed from the ...
05/31/2026

Before it became the FH-1100, this helicopter was pushing the limits of what was possible

Originally developed from the experimental Hiller Ten99, the Model 1100 brought turbojet power into the mix—delivering a major leap in performance. It even outflew its competition during the U.S. Army’s 1961 Light Observation Helicopter trials. While it didn’t win the final contract, its story didn’t end there.

Certified for civilian use and produced as the Fairchild Hiller FH-1100, it went on to serve in the real world, marking the final helicopter design from aviation pioneer Stanley Hiller Jr.

A true underdog with impressive capability:
• Seats 5 (pilot + 4 passengers)
• Cruise speed: 110 knots
• Range: 300 nautical miles

Innovation, competition, and legacy—all in one aircraft.

On May 21, 2026, Ampaire flew the hybrid-electric aircraft Electric EEL into San Carlos Airport as part of the continued...
05/30/2026

On May 21, 2026, Ampaire flew the hybrid-electric aircraft Electric EEL into San Carlos Airport as part of the continued advancement of practical electric aviation.

Ampaire modified this aircraft by replacing the forward combustion engine with an all-electric propulsion system powered by batteries housed in the aircraft’s belly pod, while retaining the aft combustion engine. Together, the systems operate as a hybrid-electric aircraft designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions while maintaining the utility and range of conventional aviation.

In hybrid-electric configuration, this aircraft has flown more than 30,000 miles, including operations and demonstrations in Hawaii, Scotland, Alaska, Canada, and across the United States.

It is part of the early generation of hybrid-electric aircraft helping pioneer the future of sustainable aviation.

When you walk through our doors, you’re stepping into the story of flight.The Wright Flyer model you see right at the en...
05/30/2026

When you walk through our doors, you’re stepping into the story of flight.

The Wright Flyer model you see right at the entrance was assembled by our restoration shop team, twenty years ago, and it’s been welcoming visitors ever since.

Take a pilot’s-eye view from the flight deck of legendary aircraft like the Boeing 747, Boeing 737‑100, and more. From s...
05/29/2026

Take a pilot’s-eye view from the flight deck of legendary aircraft like the Boeing 747, Boeing 737‑100, and more. From switches to windows, every detail tells a story.

May 30, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Only at Open Cockpit Day at Hiller Aviation Museum.

Address

601 Skyway Road
San Carlos, CA
94070

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5am
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+16506540200

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