AERO CLUB OF WASHINGTON

Let's give a warm welcome to the Aero Club's newest members: James Athey, Mike Brandhuber, Piers Causton, Nick Daniels, Todd Strylowski, and David Winfrey!

It was an honor to host National Air Traffic Controllers Association President Nick Daniels as the guest speaker for the Club's March Luncheon yesterday. Daniels shared his "flight plan" with the audience, articulating NATCA’s call to action to train and retain controllers, modernize air traffic control facilities and infrastructure, and work together to protect the safety of the flying public. A transcript of his remarks can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eCkGGgKB

Don't miss your chance to nominate an aviation pioneer for these prestegious awards! Nominations for the Aero Club's Engen Trophy are due March 25 - https://lnkd.in/eDVvHbAJ And nominations for the National Aeronautic Association's Wright Trophy are due by April 30. The Aero Club will review all nominations received and forward one to the NAA for final consideration. https://lnkd.in/eedhah2N

We would like to give a shout out to our March Luncheon sponsors: Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, Air Line Pilots Association, National Air Traffic Controllers Association, Transport Workers Union of America International Union, and United Airlines! Thank you for supporting this event and we can't wait to see everyone tomorrow!

Mark your calendars for the next Aero Club Luncheon on March 12th, featuring Nick Daniels, President, National Air Traffic Controllers Association. Reserve your seat today ??https://lnkd.in/eSTnQz9r

The Aero Club was honored to host Senator Ted Cruz as our February Luncheon speaker last Thursday. Senator Cruz delivered timely remarks and a call to action for all stakeholders to engage in modernizing the U.S. air traffic control system to ensure safe air travel for all Americans. A copy of the Senator's remarks are linked here: https://lnkd.in/e-pDxxkf

?? Let's give a round of applause to our amazing group of February Luncheon sponsors: Airlines for America, Amazon, American Airlines, AOPA, Boeing, General Aviation Manufacturers Association, National Air Traffic Controllers Association, National Business Aviation Association, Rinaldi Consultants, LLC, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines!

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?? Attention DC Metro Area teens! Do you have a passion for aviation with plans to pursue a career in aerospace? A $5,000 scholarship from the Aero Club Foundation could be yours! View the eligibility requirements and apply here by March 15th ?? https://lnkd.in/eJFn2QmG

Join the Aero Club for our next luncheon on February 20th featuring guest speaker, Senator Ted Cruz! Reserve your seats and tables today ?? https://lnkd.in/eFxa_MxD