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Hiller XROE-1 Rotorcycle

Hiller XROE-1 Rotorcycle

Creative inventors and engineers proposed a great many innovative ideas in the 1950s., including this one: when an American pilot gets shot down behind enemy lines, why not drop a simple, lightweight helicopter that the pilot could just unfold, start up, and fly back to friendly territory? The Hiller prototype worked, but there were too many problems with the project, so it was canceled. This is one of seven that survived.

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Upcoming Events

Wednesday Mar 4
6:00PM TO 7:30PM
Air & Space Museum

Wings Aerospace Exploration Parent / Family Info Night

Wings Aerospace Exploration Parent / Family Info Night
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 | 6:00PM to 7:30PM

Full STEAM Ahead – Launch Your Students’ Aerospace Journey!

Join us to learn about both Wings Aerospace Exploration (WAE) and Wings Aerospace Exploration Enrichment (WAEE) opportunities for students in grades 6–12 from the team at Wings Over the Rockies®. During this session, you’ll hear a program overview, meet our educators and instructors, learn from current and former student experiences, and get your questions answered. This meeting will take place at the Air & Space Museum (7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230).

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Discover how WAE / WAEE students have the opportunity to explore the wonders of flight, engage with industry professionals, and gain valuable skills for future careers in aerospace. The program includes building and operating RC airplanes, drones, and robotics, as well as coding, rocketry, and LOTS of other aviation and space-related subjects. WAE / WAEE programs complement but do not take the place of an accredited educational institution.

Questions? Please contact:
Nedra Hall – Education Programs Coordinator, 303.360.5360 ext. 125.
WingsEducation@WingsMuseum.org

Saturday Mar 7
10:00AM TO 2:00PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Soaring With the Ninety-Nines

Soaring With the Ninety-Nines
Saturday, Mar 7, 2026 | 10:00AM to 2:00PM

In celebration of Women in Aviation Week, Wings Over the Rockies is partnering with the Ninety-Nines to discuss the past, present, and future of women in aviation. Check out aircraft, look through archives of the Ninety-Nine’s history, participate in fun activities, and chat with pioneers in aviation!

Activities:

  • Explore the 99’s archived materials
  • Create a vision board
  • Participate in carnival games, spin the prize wheel, and embark on a scavenger hunt
  • Learn more about aviation careers and scholarship opportunities
  • Hear talks from aviation professionals
    • Speaker Introduction Panel (12:00 pm to 1:00 pm)
    • Meet & Greet (1:00 pm to 2:00 pm)

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Food Truck*: Uptown and Humboldt

*Food and drink not included with admission

Thursday Mar 12
1:00PM TO 3:30PM
Air & Space Museum

100 Rockets for 100 Years

100 Rockets for 100 Years
Thursday, Mar 12, 2026 | 1:00PM to 3:30PM

Celebrate a hundred years of rocketry! In 1926, Dr. Robert H. Goddard sent the world’s first liquid-fueled rocket into the air, traveling 41 feet in 2.5 seconds. In honor of this anniversary, we invite you and your family to help us send 100 more skyward.

At this event, you’ll participate in fun and fascinating experiences:

  • Build and launch your own rocket*
  • Explore the science behind flight propulsion and the many ways these vehicles take to the skies
  • Enjoy STEAM activities
  • Attend live demonstrations of water and Estes Rockets** at 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm

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*Please bring an empty 2-liter bottle for the rocket build. A limited supply will be available for those unable to provide their own.

**Weather permitting

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F-22 on the Tarmac at Exploration of Flight