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Wizard Ultralight Airplane

Wizard Ultralight Airplane

As hang gliders became popular in the 1970s, pilots sought to stay aloft longer by attaching lightweight, low-power engines and propellers to their aircraft. As the idea spread, the FAA developed some minimal regulations to separate ultralights from heavier aircraft, which required pilot licenses, inspections, certifications, and adherence to more complex FAA regulations. Ultralight development diverged from simple hang gliders—rather than hanging, ultralight pilots typically sat on seats, and rather than landing on the pilots’ feet, ultralights had landing gear. The Wizard is typical of the ultralights developed in the early 1980s.

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Saturday Dec 7
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Air & Space Museum Closure
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024

The Air & Space Museum in Denver is closed 12/7/2024 for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience. Plan your next visit. 

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Saturday Dec 7
9:30AM TO 12:30PM
Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Breakfast Fly-In
Breakfast Fly-In
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 | 9:30AM to 12:30PM

Join Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight for monthly fly-ins featuring planes, pilots, speakers and breakfast*!

On the first Saturday of every month, enjoy breakfast from a local food truck, watch aircraft fly in and explore interactive exhibits and simulators.

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Pilots – Fly in for free breakfast! For tie-down space, contact Flight@WingsMuseum.org or 303.360.5360 ext 160.

Food Truck: Cruz In & Eat

*Weather permitting. Aircraft on display are subject to change. 

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Saturday Dec 7
10:00AM TO 12:00PM
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Teachers Only | Professional Development: Folded Flight
Teachers Only | Professional Development: Folded Flight
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 | 10:00AM to 12:00PM

Teacher Workshop: Folded Flight

Teachers are invited to join us for this in-person workshop and learn a unique aerospace lesson to bring to your classroom!

Take your paper airplanes to the next level with these fun and novel designs. This is an active, hands-on session that includes basic aerospace knowledge and some artistic tips and tricks.

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