On this day in 1974, our fearless leader, John Harris, made history by becoming the first person to fly a hang glider off Grandfather Mountain. John soared 1,500 feet and landed safely on a nearby golf course. This iconic flight had a major impact on the growth and trajectory of the sport. Kitty Hawk Kites and its Hang Gliding School @flykhk is proud to celebrate its 49th anniversary this year! Here’s to teaching the world to fly for many years to come! ? Read the article below from the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources to learn more about this historic hang gliding event.
On this day in 1974, our fearless leader, John Harris, made history by becoming the first person to fly a hang glider off Grandfather Mountain. John soared 1,500 feet and landed safely on a nearby golf course. This iconic flight had a major impact on the growth and trajectory of the sport. Kitty... See More
On this day in 1974, our fearless leader, John Harris, made history by becoming the first person to fly a hang glider off Grandfather Mountain.... See More
