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Dedicated to the advancement of the art, sport, and science of aviation in the U.S.
Washington, DC
Joined May 2013
The NAA Fall Awards Dinner is just 1️⃣ week away! We are grateful for the incredible support of our sponsors, whose contributions make it possible to celebrate aerospace & aviation excellence. 🏆 We look forward seeing you there—get ready for an unforgettable evening! 🎉
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The NAA is pleased to announce that Pedro 11 Flight from the 38th and 41st Rescue Squadron are the recipients of the 2023 Mackay Trophy for distinguishing themselves as aircrew members at Baledogle Military Airfield in Somalia on Sept 7, 2023.🏆 Full PR➡️ https://t.co/tAHnSDGl4i
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@Delta @ALPAPilots Airline pilots take to the skies daily, ensuring we reach our destinations safely. Records are made to be broken, and pilots have the unique opportunity to achieve this while on the job. Curious about setting new records? ➡
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Congratulations to Chris Nevins for achieving NAA's latest record! ✨ Captain Nevins is a @Delta pilot with over 15,000 flight hours and experience operating more than 30 aircraft. He is active as a union leader in affiliate member @ALPAPilots.
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9/11. A day that would change the course of history and change American aviation forever. Today, we honor and remember the lives lost, and the countless acts of bravery shown in the face of tragedy. #neverforget
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Happy Labor Day from the National Aeronautic Association. ✨ Today we celebrate the oustanding workforce that keeps the skies safe and connected. Here's to the professionals who fly, fix, and fuel our journeys. 🌐 #laborday #thankyou #aviation #workforce
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Our corporate members made waves at both AirVenture and Farnborough this year and we are beyond excited to make sure everyone knows! Take a look at some of the biggest news coming out of aviation and aerospace last week ➡ https://t.co/kU32WJGVNn
#airventure #osh24 #farnborough
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Congratulations to H. Ross Perot, Jr., Brian Temple, and Shawn Gillespie for achieving NAA's latest #aviation record set in a @gulfstreamaero G650ER! 🎉 #G650ER #gulfstream #record #setrecords #aeronautics #excellence #achievement
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55 years ago #OTD humandkind first walked on the moon. Can you believe that this #achievement took place 66 years after #firstflight?✨ Did you know that the Apollo 11 crew all had FAI Sporting Licenses and set world records? 🦅 Planning any records ➡ https://t.co/3hVkvchlb0
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Suns out, aircrafts out! ☀💪 Are you ready for two of the largest air shows taking place at the same time next week? Whether you are heading overseas to Farnborough or to Oshkosh, NAA members and board are out in full force! Heading to the UK? Be sure to visit our members!
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Ever wanted to take part in a record? Saturday, July 13th, is the inaugural #worldskydivingday. NAA Air Sport Member USPA is looking to set the most skydives on this day worldwide. 🪂🌎 For more information ➡ https://t.co/etaVXTf6WZ
#skydiving #record #aviation
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Happy Fourth of July! 🦅 Let’s take a moment to appreciate the thrill and freedom of air sports. From paragliding over scenic landscapes to performing aerobatic maneuvers in the open sky, air sports capture the essence of adventure and freedom. What makes you feel free? 🪂
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The NAA is pleased to announce the promotion of Art Greenfield to SVP, Contest & Records. Greenfield, a leading voice at the NAA for over 30 years, is recognized for his exceptional leadership and influence in the international air sports community. PR ➡ https://t.co/xRWKdaRkpx
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Summer has arrived, and so has our latest newsletter! Looking for a recap of the past two months, updates on corporate and affiliate news, and a calendar of air sports events nationwide? 😎 Then be sure to check out our summer newsletter ➡ https://t.co/b9C7EES8MA
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#OTD, the first successful aerial refueling took place in 1923. A 50 foot hose was used and 75 gallons of gasoline was passed from the tanker to the receiver. As the official record keeper of US aviation, be sure to get your FAI sporting license today ➡ https://t.co/4F7mlS1v7v
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Congratulations to Bart Gray, John Bone, Kirby Ezelle, and Joshua Podlich for achieving NAA's latest #aviation record! Setting a speed around the world (westbound) record, the Century Mission took off from Wichita with aims of raising funds for the Classic Lear Jet Foundation.
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The NAA is honored to announce that @the_cosmosphere, a world-class aerospace educational resource, is our first Institutional Member. Representing the best in education, heritage, and learning, this membership offers a space that unites all aviation. https://t.co/OQYQTRhNVy
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.@NatlAero recently honored @LockheedMartin with the prestigious 2023 Robert J. Collier Trophy for the team’s work on @NASA’s OSIRIS-REx sample return mission. The team includes Lockheed Martin, @NASAGoddard, @uarizona, @KinetXSNAFD, among many others.
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The NAA is pleased to announce that Ben Baldanza is the recipient of the 2024 Wright Trophy. 🏆 Baldanza is considered a leading visionary for introducing the ultra-low-cost model to the US, which expanded air travel access to millions. Press Release➡️ https://t.co/t1VRvT6JVv
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