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SOLD OUT: July 31, 2024 Breakfast Registration

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Featuring Guest Speaker:
Congressman Garret Graves
Chairman
Subcommittee on Aviation

July 31, 2024

8:30 a.m. – Networking Reception & Breafkast Buffet
9:00 a.m. – Program & Scholarship Presentation

Westin Washington, DC Downtown Hotel
Anacostia Ballroom
999 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20001
(map & directions)

Please submit all government guest invitation requests
to stephanie@aeroclub.org by July 24th.

Refund Policy: Refund requests will be approved up to one week prior to the event.  After July 24th, refunds will not be issued.  Tickets are not transferrable to future Aero Club luncheons.

Join the Aero Club or renew your membership today to receive a discount on your luncheon registration!

 

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Ben Baldanza to be Honored with 2024 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy

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On June 17, 2024 the National Aeronautic Association announced that former Spirit Airlines President & CEO, Ben Baldanza,  was selected as the recipient of the 2024 Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy for “… his 38 years of dedicated service to the U.S. airline industry and his visionary leadership in introducing the ultra-low-cost model to the United States, which has expanded access to air travel to tens-of-millions of Americans.”

Baldanza will be presented with the Wright Trophy at the Aero Club of Washington’s 76th Annual Wright Memorial Dinner on December 13, 2024 in Washington, DC.

View the press release.

SOLD OUT: June 17, 2024 Luncheon Registration

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Monday, June 17, 2024

12:00 p.m. – Networking Reception
12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

Marriott Marquis
Liberty Ballroom
901 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
(map & directions)

Please submit all government guest invitation requests
to stephanie@aeroclub.org by June 7th.

Refund Policy: Refund requests will be approved up to one week prior to the event.  After June 10th, refunds will not be issued.  Tickets are not transferrable to future Aero Club luncheons.

Join the Aero Club or renew your membership today to receive a discount on your luncheon registration!

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2024 Take Your Child to Work Day Breakfast Photos

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On April 27, 2023, the Aero Club hosted it’s inaugural “Take Your Child to Work Day Breakfast” at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.  Aero Club members and their families enjoyed an interactive discussion with National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Jennifer Homendy and her daughter, Lexi.

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AOPA’s Mark Baker to Receive the 2024 Engen Trophy

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The Board of Governors of the Aero Club of Washington is pleased to announce that AOPA President and CEO, Mark Baker, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Donald D. Engen Aero Club Trophy for Aviation Excellence.  Baker is being honored for his ambitious leadership and unwavering commitment to general aviation during his 11-year tenure leading AOPA, and for making aviation more accessible, innovative, and safe for every pilot who takes to the skies.  View the press release.

Registration Closed: April 25th “Take Your Child to Work Day” Breakfast

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Event Details:

April 25, 2024

This is a FREE event, open to Aero Club members and their families only.
The program will be oriented toward school-aged children.

Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum
600 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20560
(map & directions)

8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
Breakfast at the Mars Café (located in the museum)

9:15 – 10:00 a.m.
Program in the Planetarium

After the program, attendees are encouraged to explore the newly renovated museum and complete a scavanger hunt with their families.  Timed entry passes are NOT required for event attendees.

Registration is required below by April 22.

Smithsonian’s National Air & Space Museum Visitor Tips:
The museum is accessible via the Independence Avenue SW public entrance only.  Event attendees will be required to pass through a security checkpoint.  We encourage attendees to limit the number of personal belongings and bags you bring into the museum. Please note that the museum does not offer coat or bag storage.  Outside food is not permitted to be consumed in the building. You may bring a refillable water bottle.  For additional information, please visit the museum’s FAQ page.

Registration Closed

 

Sold Out: May 2, 2024 Luncheon Registration

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May 2, 2024

12:00 p.m. – Networking Reception
12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel
999 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20001
(map & directions)

Please submit all government guest invitation requests
to stephanie@aeroclub.org by April 24th.

Refund Policy: Refund requests will be approved up to one week prior to the event.  After April 25th, refunds will not be issued.  Tickets are not transferrable to future Aero Club luncheons.

Join the Aero Club or renew your membership today to receive a discount on your luncheon registration!

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SOLD OUT: April 17, 2024 Luncheon Registration

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Featuring Guest Speaker:
Hon. Jennifer Homendy
Chair
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)

April 17, 2024

12:00 p.m. – Networking Reception
12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

*NEW LOCATION*
Washington Hilton
Crystal Ballroom
1919 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009
(map & directions)

Please submit all government guest invitation requests
to stephanie@aeroclub.org by April 8th.

Refund Policy: Refund requests will be approved up to one week prior to the event.  After April 10th, refunds will not be issued.  Tickets are not transferrable to future Aero Club luncheons.

Join the Aero Club or renew your membership today to receive a discount on your luncheon registration!

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Registration Closed: March 12, 2024 Luncheon Registration

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Featuring Guest Speaker:
Candace McGraw
CEO, CVG Airport
Chair, ACI World

And moderator:
Melissa Sabatine
VP, Aviation Carbon Response & Sustainability, Jacobs

March 12, 2024

12:00 p.m. – Networking Reception
12:30 p.m. – Luncheon

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
L’Enfant Ballroom
480 L’Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, DC 20024
(map & directions)

Please submit all government guest invitation requests
to stephanie@aeroclub.org by March 4th.

Refund Policy: Refund requests will be approved up to one week prior to the event.  After March 5th, refunds will not be issued.  Tickets are not transferrable to future Aero Club luncheons.

Join the Aero Club or renew your membership today to receive a discount on your luncheon registration!

Registration Closed

 

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