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Happy New Year!
We are having a great start to 2024 here at the NAA, or as we like to call it "Year of the Member." Our team is working diligently to enhance our current membership program by listening to current partners and acting on their advice. From more frequent meetings with our Air Sport Organizations and Aero Clubs to committees made up of members, stakeholders, and subject matter experts, we hear you and are making big changes.
Please check out our new website later this month and watch for our team to be at events across the country. There are so many ways to connect with us and we want to hear from all of you.
I will be in Heli-Expo in just a few weeks and hope to see you there!
Amy
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Robert "Crip" Crippen Receives the 2023 Wright Memorial Trophy | Photo (left to right): Aero Club President Darby Becker, 2023 Wright Trophy recipient Robert Crippen, NAA Chair Jim Albaugh, NAA President & CEO Amy Spowart | |
On December 15th, the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) honored Robert Crippen, the 2023 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy recipient, at the 75th Annual Wright Memorial Trophy Dinner hosted by the Aero Club of Washington.
Established by NAA in 1948 to honor the memory of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy is awarded annually to a living American for significant public service of enduring value to aviation in the United States. The Wright Trophy reflects a timeline of the most innovative inventors, explorers, industrialists, and public servants in aeronautics and astronautics.
Crippen is recognized for his devotion to public service and the advancement of American aerospace; his achievements as an aviator, astronaut, and leader; and his selfless dedication to the future of humankind.
Sponsoring and supporting this event included many NAA corporate and affiliate members:
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Diamond Sponsor:
- Air Lines Pilot Association
- Bombardier
- Helicopter Association International
Platinum Sponsor:
- Aerospace Industries Association
- General Aviation Manufacturers Association
- National Air Traffic Controllers Association
- National Business Aviation Association
- Pratt & Whitney
- Signature Aviation
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Gold Sponsor:
- Airlines For America
- Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
- Gulfstream
Silver Sponsor:
- Cargo Airlines Association
- FlightSafety International
Bronze Sponsor:
- Boeing
- National Association of State Aviation Officials
- Regional Airlines Association
- Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics
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NAA Welcomes New Corporate Member CVG | |
NAA is pleased to recognize new corporate member Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
Since 1947, CVG Airport has been serving commercial passengers and offers non-stop passenger service to over 50 destinations in North America and Europe. The airport is the 6th largest cargo hub airport in the U.S. and 12th largest globally!
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NAA Presents Mackay Trophy to Major Stephen Keck, USAF | |
On January 11th, the National Aeronautic Association presented the 2022 Mackay Trophy to Major Stephen "Ali" Keck, USAF. Joined by USAF Chief of Staff General David Allvin, the presentation took place at Nellis Air Force Base and was attended by Major Keck's family and guests.
Keck received this honor for his actions while serving as the Defensive Counter-Air Team Lead for the 335th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron during a mission at an undisclosed location.
Read Full Press Release Here
Photo (Left to Right): General David Allvin, Major Stephen Keck, NAA Director Tina Wu
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NAA Receives GuideStar's Platinum Transparency Seal | |
The NAA has earned the Candid Platinum Transparency Seal for 2024. The platinum seal is awarded to organizations that meet the highest standards of transparency and accountability.
Check out our profile here.
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Nominations Open for the Katharine Wright Trophy | |
The NAA is pleased to share that we are now accepting nominations for this impactful recognition!
Established in 1981 by the Gates Learjet Corporation and is awarded annually in partnership with the Ninety-Nines, International Organization of Women Pilots to an individual who has contributed to the success of others, or made a personal contribution to the advancement of the art, sport and science of aviation and space flight over an extended period of time.
Do you know a pioneer, an innovator, a selfless advocate for aviation & space flight? Nominate them today! Deadline is March 31st.
For more information on the nomination guidelines, see here.
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NEWS & UPDATES FROM OUR CORPORATE MEMBERS | |
Cirrus Aircraft Unveils SR22 | |
Cirrus Aircraft, the recipient of the 2017 Collier Trophy for the Vision Jet, is proud to share the newest generation of the world's best-selling, high-performance, single-engine piston aircraft – the SR Series G7.
The SR Series G7 aircraft features touchscreen interfaces, large high-resolution displays, advanced safety systems, improved visibility, increased legroom, enhanced convenience features, and the Cirrus IQ mobile app that provides remote access to real-time health and readiness indications for your aircraft so you can travel faster, safer and smarter wherever you go.
Full Press Release
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Leonardo and P&WC Achieve First 100% SAF Flight with the AW139 Helicopter | |
Leonardo and Pratt & Whitney Canada proudly announce the successful completion of the first flight of the AW139 intermediate twin helicopter. The AW139 is powered by PT6C-67C engines, using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The first flight took place at Leonardo’s facility in Cascina Costa di Samarate (Italy) in November; the 75-minute flight and ground tests evaluated engine performance with multiple power variations and other systems. The test showed an outstanding response to the new fuel with no significant differences compared to the use of Jet A1 fuel.
Full Press Release
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Your support of the National Aeronautic Association allows us to achieve the formal recognition of aviation achievement in the United States. Because of you, we can continue our mission to advance the art, sport, and science of aviation and space flight by fostering opportunities to participate fully in aviation activities and by promoting public understanding of the importance of aviation and space flight.
The NAA is a 501(c)(3) that relies on the support of our members and donors like you. Please consider a tax-deductible gift today!
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Wichita Aero Club honors Senator Jerry Moran at Trophy Gala | |
On February 3rd, The Wichita Aero Club (WAC) honored United States Senator Jerry Moran as its thirteenth recipient of the Wichita Aero Club trophy. Senator Moran has been an incredible cheerleader for aviation and aerospace in the Wichita region and throughout the state of Kansas.
NAA corporate and affiliate members sponsoring the event included: Airbus, Bombardier, GAMA, NBAA, Spirit Aerosystems, and Textron Aviation.
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USPA hosts FAI/ISC Plenary Meeting in Orlando | |
From January 31st - February 5th, the United States Parachute Association (UPSA) hosted the FAI/International Skydiving Commission (ISC) plenary meeting in Orlando, Florida.
During the meeting, Jim Rees was re-elected Vice President of the ISC.
The plenary meeting is where delegates from around the world meet to debrief world competitions and records and discuss rule changes and bids for future world skydiving events. The U.S. has not hosted this meeting since 2001.
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AFFILIATE MEMBER EVENTS (FEBRUARY - MARCH) | |
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February 8: AIAA Policy Breakfast: US Leadership in Cislunar Space - Washington, DC
February 11: ACI-NA Air Cargo Conference - Louisville, Kentucky
February 13 - 15: ACI-NA CEO Forum - San Antonio, Texas
February 15: NATCA 101 - online
February 15 - 16: ASCEND XTexas - Houston, Texas
February 16 - 18: AOPA Fly-In at Buckeye Air Fair - Buckeye, Arizona
February 21: GAMA State of the Industry Press Conference - Washington, DC
February 27-29: HAI Heli Expo - Anaheim, California
February 28 - March 1: NASAO Washington Conference - Washington, DC
February 28 - 29: ALPA Fatigue Management Seminar - Mclean, Virginia
February 29: AIA Exclusive Reception at Singapore Air Show - Singapore
March 2 - 9: IEEE Aerospace Conference (co-sponsored by AIAA) - Big Mountain, Montana
March 12 - 14: NBAA Schedules & Dispatchers Conference - Fort Worth, TX
March 14 - 15: ACI-NA/AAAE Legislative Confence - Washington, DC
March 19 - 21: ALPA Pair/Rotation Construction Scheduling Workshop - Mclean, Virginia
March 19-22: ACI-NA/AAAE Airport Customer Experience Symposium - Denver, Colorado
March 26 - 28: NBAA International Operators Conference - Orlando, Florida
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AERO CLUB MEMBER EVENTS (FEBRUARY - MARCH) | |
March 12: Aero Club of Washington Luncheon ft. Candace McGraw - Washington, DC | |
AERO SPORTS EVENTS (FEBRUARY - MARCH) | |
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January 31 - February 5: FAI Skydiving Commission Plenary Meeting hosted by USPA - Orlando, Florida
February 1 - 15: FAI World Paramotor Slalom Championship - Doha, Qatar
February 15 - 19: 2024 Bob White Memorial Max Men International (AMA) - Lost Hill, California
February 19 - 11: Friends and Lovers Balloon Rally (BFA) - Albuquerque, New Mexico
February 20 -29: SSA Carolina Wave Project - Marion, North Carolina
February 23 - 25: USPA Winter BoD & General Membership Meeting - Orlando, Florida
February 27: USHPA Remote Board Meeting - Online
March 1 - 3: 2024 Arizona Cup - Tucson, Arizona
March 9 - 15: SSA Senior Soaring Championship - Gloveland, Florida
March 20 - 29: SSA 20 Meter National Contest - Gloveland, Florida
March 21 - 23: 2024 Advanced and Unlimited Glider Championships (IAC) - Maricopa, Arizona
March 21 - 23: Snowbird Class in honor of Nikolai Timofeev (IAC) - Keystone Height, Florida
March 23 - 26: FAI F1D World Championship for Indoor Model Aircraft - Slanic, Romania
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The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) is the oldest national aviation organization in the United States and is dedicated to advancing of the art, sport and science of aviation in the United States. We encompass all areas of flight from skydiving and models to commercial airlines, military aircraft, and spaceflight.
The NAA is the official record-keeper for United States aviation. Recognized, official records are set through our Contest & Records Board.
The NAA administers the nation’s most prestigious aviation awards, including the Collier Trophy and the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy. The Awards & Events Board oversees nominations and selections year round.
We are able to achieve our mission because of our members; thousands of individuals, organizations, and corporations representing all segments of American aviation.
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