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Bridging the Past and Future of Flight: An International Aviation Exchange in the Outer Banks

This past weekend, the spirit of aviation history came alive in the Outer Banks as Kitty Hawk Kites welcomed a special international guest for an unforgettable experience centered…

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May 27, 2026

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Why Dune Hang Gliding with Kitty Hawk Kites Should Be On Your Bucket List!

Looking for unforgettable things to do in Nags Head or ready to cross hang gliding in the Outer Banks off your bucket list? There’s no better place…

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October 13, 2025

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14+ Outer Bank Fall Activities with Kitty Hawk Kites!

Although summer has come to a close and the crisp air of fall is rolling in, that doesn’t mean the fun is over on the Outer Banks! In…

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October 2, 2025

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Celebrating the Legacy of Flight: The Invention of the Flexible Wing and the Story of Francis Rogallo

August 15 marks an important milestone in the history of flight, the anniversary of the invention of the flexible wing, a breakthrough that changed the skies forever. The…

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August 14, 2025

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Women’s Month Highlight: Adventure Pilot Anna Tedesco

Anna Tedesco is an adventure pilot. She lives her life with purpose and intention. Anna is a sponsored skier, a certified pilot, an avid kite surfer, and former…

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March 30, 2023

John Harris hang gliding at Grandfather Mountain

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The 46th Anniversary of Hang Gliding at Grandfather Mountain

On this day 46 years ago, July 13, 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites founder John Harris became the first person to hang glide at Grandfather Mountain.

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July 13, 2020

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How Much Does Hang Gliding Really Cost?

The most important costs when it comes to Hang Gliding, are also often the most expensive. There are also some hidden costs to consider.

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June 11, 2020

Foot launching at the El Peñón Classic Race.

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Gearing Up

Learn what you type of gear you need to have for safe, fun hang gliding and paragliding flights.

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June 4, 2020

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Flight Planning

How to Thoughtfully Anticipate and Manage Risk On Friday, May 8th we held a Zoom call to present tips and advice on flight planning for Hang Gliding and…

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May 12, 2020

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KHK Celebrates Amazing Women in Aviation

Behind every good man, there's a great woman. So who's behind every great woman? Women’s History Month (March), International Women’s Day (March 8), and Women of Aviation Worldwide…

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December 16, 2019

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Wright Brothers-American Originals

The Candy Bomber, C-54 Globemaster. Pilots during the Berlin Airlift in 1948 would drop candy from the airplane for children. We were hoping the Candy Bomber would be…

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December 18, 2015

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