National Soaring Museum

National Soaring Museum

Behind the scenes in the Restoration Shop

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“Unleash your adventurous side on a two-seat, Schleicher ASK-21 high-performance sailplane, gliding over the spectacular autumnal scenery of the southern reaches of New York’s Finger Lakes region.” — Paul Rubio,  Condé Nast Traveler

GLIDER RIDES AT HARRIS HILL SOARING CORPORATION Weekends April through October, Daily late June through August (weather permitting) First come, first served. Please call ahead on the day you wish to fly, as not all weather is soaring weather. Please note there is a weight limit for safety reasons.

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“Harris Hill is legendary in soaring circles around the globe and a mecca for those in the sport. Even Amelia Earhart declared it the ‘finest soaring in the country.’”

The world’s largest sailplane collection. Learn about one of the earliest means of human flight at one of the earliest sites for soaring in the U.S., dating back to the mid-1930’s.

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Visit the special exhibit dedicated to Elmira native and NASA astronaut Colonel Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot a space shuttle.

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National Soaring Museum