Nominations Now Open For Several Awards

Part of NAA's mission is identifying and recognizing those who have contributed to the "art, sport and science of aviation and space flight in the United States." NAA presents more than a dozen awards throughout each year to honor achievements in aviation and space.

The nomination period is now open for the following awards: Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy, Wesley L. McDonald Distinguished Statesman of Aviation Awards, Frank G. Brewer Trophy, and the Public Benefit Flying Awards. The deadline for nominations for each of the following awards is August 31, 2016.

Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy
Honoring the memory of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the trophy is awarded annually to a living American for "... significant public service of enduring value to aviation in the United States." It is presented near the anniversary of the historic first flight at the Aero Club of Washington's Annual Wright Brothers Memorial Dinner.

Wesley L. McDonald Distinguished Statesman of Aviation Awards
Established in 1954 to honor outstanding Americans who, by their efforts over an extended period of years, have made contributions of significant value to aeronautics, and have reflected credit upon America and themselves. The Distinguished Statesman of Aviation Awards are presented at NAA's Fall Awards Dinner.

Frank G. Brewer Trophy
Awarded annually to an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization for significant contributions of enduring value to aerospace education in the United States. The Brewer Trophy is presented at NAA's Fall Awards Dinner.

(Source: NAA news release)

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