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How to Fly Your Kite Safely

September 16, 2019

Most types of kites can be flown safely at any time of the year as long as the wind is right. We recommended that you observe the wind range for your kite.

Teaching the World to Fly Since 1974

Founded in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites is a premier provider of outdoor adventures and watersports experiences on North Carolina’s Outer Banks and is home to the world’s largest kite shop. From pioneering hang gliding instruction in the United States to operating adventure tours, lessons, rentals, and specialty retail stores, Kitty Hawk Kites has introduced hundreds of thousands of visitors to flight, water sports, and beach lifestyle products.

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