76th Annual Wright Memorial Dinner Photos
Honoring the 2024 Wright Trophy Recipient, (The late) Ben Baldanza
And the Aero Club of Washington’s 2024 Persons of the Year, Congressmen Sam Graves & Rick Larsen and Senators Maria Cantwell & Ted Cruz

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Advancing aviation education and preparing tomorrow’s leaders.

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Welcome to the Aero Club of Washington

The Aero Club of Washington is an historic aviation club, founded in 1909 in Washington DC, with the mission of providing a forum for the discussion and advancement of aviation and aerospace.

We host hundreds of national and international aerospace leaders at our monthly luncheons as well as hosting other industry events, like the annual Wright Memorial Dinner. Our members are representative of all the industry segments – from airports, airlines, trade associations, manufacturers, labor to general and business aviation, law firms, FAA and DOT personnel and aviation enthusiasts!

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The Aero Club Foundation

Established in 1995, the Aero Club Foundation of Washington’s mission is to foster interest in the principles and development of aviation, aeronautics and the science of aerodynamics by establishing and sponsoring educational programs at public and Charter schools in the District of Columbia, is carried out in a variety of meaningful initiatives.

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2024 Wright Memorial Dinner Photos

January 8, 2025

The 2023 Wright Memorial Dinner was held on Friday, December 15, 2023 and honored Capt. Robert Crippen for "... his devotion to public service and the advancement of American aerospace; his achievements as an aviator, astronaut, and leader; and his selfless dedication to the future of humankind."