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    Centennial of Transcontinental Flight - Exhibtion

    Presented by Hiller Aviation Museum at Hiller Aviation Museum

    December 10, 2011

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    Centennial of Transcontinental Flight - Exhibtion
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    In the year 1911, renowned publisher William Randolph Hearst offered a $50,000 prize to the first pilot to fly across the United States within thirty days. There were no airports or aircraft mechanics along the way and no air navigation maps, control towers or beacons to warn of hazards or guide the pilot. Pilots would have to follow railroad tracks, recognize landmarks, and talk with local people during periods on the ground. This would be...

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    In the year 1911, renowned publisher William Randolph Hearst offered a $50,000 prize to the first pilot to fly across the United States within thirty days. There were no airports or aircraft mechanics along the way and no air navigation maps, control towers or beacons to warn of hazards or guide the pilot. Pilots would have to follow railroad tracks, recognize landmarks, and talk with local people during periods on the ground. This would be an amazing feat considering it was less than eight years after the Wright Brothers flight.

    Only two pilots completed the race--neither within the required thirty days, so no one collected the prize money. What these two amazing pilots did accomplish was becoming the first to fly coast to coast across this vast country. They opened up the idea of air travel to what it is today.

    Come learn more about these great aviators and the race that proved airplanes could fly coast to coast. The day will include presentations, the original Wright Engine from Bob Fowlers Cole Flyer, and a full size replica of Cal Rodgers "Vin Fiz."


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    Hiller Aviation Museum

    601 Skyway Road
    San Carlos, CA 94070

    Full map and directions

    Tickets:

    Free with Museum Admission ($7-$11)
    Free for kids 4 and under


    Times:

    10am-5pm


    Phone: 650-654-0200

    Parking:

    Free parking.


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