National Aeronautics Association
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The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of the art, sport and science of aviation in the United States. The National Aeronautic Association is the oldest national aviation organization in the United States. A non-profit association, NAA is "dedicated to the advancement of the art, sport and science of aviation in the United States,” according to its Mission Statement. NAA is the official record-keeper for United States aviation.
NAA encompasses all areas of flight, including:
- Aerobatics
- Aeromodeling
- Ballooning & Airships
- Commercial airlines
- Gliding
- Hang Gliding & Paragliding
- Microlights/ & Ultralight aviation
- Military aircraft
- Parachuting
- Rotorcraft
- Spaceflight
Aviation awards are administered by NAA, include:
- Collier Trophy
- Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy
[edit] History
In 1931 Amelia Earhart was elected the first woman Vice President of the NAA.[1]
[edit] External links
[edit] References
- ^ Pelt, Lori (2005). Amelia Earhart : the Sky's No Limit. New York: Forge Books. ISBN 0765310619.
