Birthplace of Hang Gliding - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by: 
bluesnote
N 33° 37.096 W 117° 51.181
11S E 420873 N 3720157
Newport beach is known for its beaches and wealthy neighborhoods, but on May 5th, 1971 Newport Beach made aviation history.
Waymark Code: WMENAY
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/17/2012
Views: 10
Here is a very historic spot that many people pass every day. This spot changed aviation history. Most of Newport Beach don't know about this amazing spot. I only knew about this because there is a gecache here. You can easily miss this if you are taking a walk in the park because it looks like an electrical box. All you have to do is look down and you will see it. The plaque info is blurred out so you can come here and discover this historic site.
Group that erected the marker: N/A
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
2200 San Miguel Drive
Newport Beach, CA
92660
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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