National Aviation Hall of Fame

#OTD in 1953, #Enshrinee?Scott Crossfield?flew the?Douglas Skyrocket?past Mach 2, the first flight to reach this speed. The world airspeed record is now set at 1,291 mph (2,078 km/h). ??: NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center / NASA - NACA pilot A. Scott Crossfield next to the D-558-2 after first Mach 2 flight

Please help us wish #Enshrinee and Astronaut, Eileen Collins a very Happy Birthday! ?? Collins became the first woman to Command a space shuttle flight, but that's not all! ?? https://zurl.co/CdEz

Happy National Aviation History Month! What are some of your favorite moments in aviation history? #Aviationhistory #Enshrinment #spaceshuttle

Please help us wish #Enshrinee and #Astronaut Fred Haise a very Happy Birthday! Haise’s aviation career began in 1952 when he entered Naval Aviation Training without prior aviation experience—graduating as a Naval Aviator in the USMC. Learn more!?? https://zurl.co/l3Jr

Why making holiday shopping harder than it has to be! Check out our online store to get the aviation enthusiast in your life a gift they will love. ?? https://zurl.co/1Noe

Honoring all who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. Thank you, veterans, for your courage, dedication, and commitment. Happy Veterans Day! #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HonoringHeroes

Are you interested in volunteering with the National Aviation Hall of Fame? Perks include meeting people from all around the world, being a part of Ohio’s most exciting free travel attraction, earning a free seat to Enshrinement, discount on merchandise, fellowship, food, quarterly appreciation meal, heaps of FUN! We are open to the public Monday-Saturday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, and Sunday, 12:00-4:40 pm. Shifts are 9:00-1:00 or 1:00-4:30 as often or little as you choose. Visit our website to find out more OR send us a message. https://zurl.co/Brp9

The National Aviation Hall of Fame is proud to acknowledge individuals and teams who have made a significant impact in their field with our annual awards. Nominations will be accepted October 1 through December 1 for the following honors: ?? NAHF Milton Caniff “Spirit of Flight” Award ?? The Armstrong Award ?? The A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Education Award If you would like more information, please visit our site! https://zurl.co/j7aj

#OTD in 1909, #Enshrinee Evelyn Bryan Johnson was born! Evelyn earned her private pilot certificate in 1945, added a commercial certificate in 1946, became a flight instructor in 1947, and was later named a designated FAA examiner in 1952. She also became one of the first female helicopter pilots and was involved in the Civil Air Patrol. Do you know what else she accomplished? ?? https://zurl.co/RN79

Have you joined us for our Science Saturday at the National Aviation Hall of Fame? Join us in the Joe Clark Innovation Lab on November 16, from 1 to 3 p.m., for Science Saturday when we will explore and experiment our topic of the month - Topography. We hope to see you there!