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30-603: In the early years of the 20th century, aviation was fascinating. Untouchable to most, the people who could engage in the pursuit were the wealthiest Americans of that time, like the Vanderbilt's, Glidden's, and Dodges, many of whom belonged to the Automobile Club of America . This group first chose to branch out into the fledgling aviation field in 1905, founding the Aero Club of America (ACA). The ACA’s first goal

60-638: A living individual or group whose vision, leadership, or skill has made a significant and lasting contribution to the promotion and advancement of aviation or space activity. A nomination will be put forth annually by the President of the NAA, and a vote of the Executive Committee will confirm the recipient. The Clarence Mackay Trophy is awarded for the “most meritorious flight of the year” by an Air Force person, persons, or organization. The Trophy

90-481: A living person, male or female, for an outstanding and enduring contribution to the role of women in the field of aviation, aeronautics, space, or related sciences. Nomination period: April 1 – June 1 The Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy  is awarded to a living American for significant public service of enduring value to aviation in the United States. The Clifford W. Henderson Trophy is given annually to

120-500: A local organization. It was a founding member of the American Automobile Association (AAA) in 1902. In 1907, the organization built its clubhouse, which was essentially a garage at 247 West 54th Street with a terra-cotta exterior. Architect Ernest Flagg "designed a sophisticated factorylike building with great banks of metal windows, set in a rich screen of glazed terra cotta, particularly fulsome on

150-670: A peak membership of 6,000, but following the Great Depression in the United States , several thousand members left the club. As a result, in January 1932, the Automobile Club's governors voted to dissolve the club. The East 53rd Street building was placed for sale at a foreclosure auction that August, and it was sold to the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York for $ 50,000. The building

180-547: A unique collection of aviation businesses and organizations participating in critical aviation issues, such as aircraft manufacturers’ liability, airline operations, historic preservation, etc. Affiliating with NAA helps the aviation community by providing a shared forum for many organizations and associations. NAA's Institutional Members represent institutions such as colleges, universities, museums, and other places of learning. As spaces for learning, development, and research, institutional members support NAA’s mission to promote

210-797: A variety of Air Sport Organizations (ASOs), which are the heart and soul of aviation in America. Nearly half a million people belong to ASOs in the United States, representing aerobatics, aeromodelling, ballooning, gliding, hang gliding and paragliding, powered paragliding and paramotor, and parachuting. Part of NAA’s mission is to encourage the sport of aviation, and it does so through its relationship with several United States Air Sports Organizations (ASOs). The NAA founded or helped form many ASOs and continues working closely with them all. ASOs are constantly changing as technology and aircraft evolve and as new air sports become available. The Board of Directors has an intentional blend of representation from throughout

240-611: Is achieved by fostering opportunities to participate fully in aviation activities and promoting public understanding of the importance of aviation and space flight to the United States. The support of the NAA’s Corporate Members is the cornerstone in achieving its mission of advancing the art, sport, and science of aviation and space flight. Part of NAA’s mission is to encourage the sport of aviation, and it does so through its relationship with several United States air sports organizations (ASOs). NAA’s Affiliate Members represent

270-602: Is administered by the United States Air Force and the NAA and is presented in conjunction with the Chief of Staff of the Air Force. The Bruce Whitman Trophy is awarded annually to outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to aviation or aerospace in the United States and who, by working with museums and other institutions, have promoted an appreciation by students and the broader public of

300-431: Is awarded annually to an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization for significant contributions of enduring value to aerospace education in the United States. Nomination period: December 1 – January 31 The Robert J Collier Trophy is awarded annually for the greatest achievement in aeronautics or astronautics in America, with respect to improving the performance, efficiency, or safety of air or space vehicles,

330-813: Is awarded to a woman who has contributed to the success of others or made a personal contribution to the advancement of the art, sport, and science of aviation and space flight over an extended period. Nomination period: May 1 – August 31 The Wesley L. McDonald Distinguished Statesman and Stateswoman of Aviation Awards are awarded to outstanding Americans who, by their efforts over an extended period of years, have made contributions of significant value to aeronautics, and have reflected credit upon America and themselves. Nomination period: May 1 – August 31 The Public Benefit Flying Awards honors volunteer pilots, other volunteers, and their organizations engaged in flying to help others. Nomination period: September 1 – November 30 The Katherine & Marjorie Stinson Trophy recognizes

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360-468: The Contest Board soon after. Though the rationale for this decision has been lost with time, the move was most likely done to allow AAA to oversee all automobile events and not just racing contests. In 1909, after the number of members looking for garage space doubled, the club built an addition on West 55th Street . By 1910, membership in the club was up to 1,000. In 1923, however, the club sold

390-519: The FAI’s Annual General Conference. The NAA's mission is to advance and oversee the advancement of the art, sport, and science of aviation and space flight. The NAA achieves this by fostering opportunities to participate fully in aviation activities and promoting public understanding of the importance of aviation and space flight in the United States. The NAA's Purpose is to The NAA has certified aviation and aerospace records in

420-558: The U.S. along, and in competition with, the then established Vanderbilt Cup – sanctioned by the AAA's Racing Board . This race escalated the feud between the ACA and the AAA. Later in 1908 it was decided that AAA would sanction all big time racing nationally and the ACA would sanction all international events held on American soil. On December 2, 1908, AAA dissolved the Racing Board and created

450-638: The U.S. representative to FAI, the NAA is the sole authority for overseeing and certifying all aviation records in the United States. On average, the NAA certifies 150 records each year. The NAA records process is directed by the NAA Contest and Records Board and managed by the Arthur W. Greenfield, Senior V.P., Contest and Records. The NAA acknowledges the accomplishments and achievements in aviation and aerospace through its trophies and awards. Nomination period: May 1 – August 31 The Frank G. Brewer Trophy

480-532: The United States since 1905. Its records database counts over 8,000 record flights including those of balloons, airships, airplanes (land planes, seaplanes, amphibians, and very light jets) gliders, helicopters, autogiros, model aircraft, parachutes, human-powered aircraft, spacecraft, tilt-wing/tilt-engine aircraft, hang gliders, paragliders, microlights, space models, and UAVs. In addition, the NAA certifies various records, including altitude, time-to-climb, distance, speed, greatest payload carried, and efficiency. As

510-467: The automobile district south of Columbus Circle . Furthermore, 12 East 53rd Street was close to several other clubhouses along Fifth Avenue, including those of the University Club , Union Club , Calumet Club , Knickerbocker Club , and Metropolitan Club . The Club received a $ 190,000 mortgage on the new building in early 1924. After undergoing $ 100,000 worth of renovations, the clubhouse

540-554: The aviation industry. The NAA Board includes government officials, industry leaders, executives of air sport organizations, and representatives of prominent organizations. The NAA Board provides strategic leadership to the NAA’s President and holds responsibility for the content and alteration of the NAA’s By-Laws. The NAA is honored to oversee the advancement of the art, sport, and science of aviation and space flight. Its mission

570-425: The complex and the original buildings were converted to other uses before being torn down in 2008. The club relocated to the former Fisk - Harkness townhouse at 12 East 53rd Street and separately negotiated blocks of space in garages around Manhattan. The Fisk–Harkness House had 28,000 square feet (2,600 m ), which represented an increase of 8,000 square feet (740 m ) over the club's existing space in

600-439: The goal of fostering aeronautical activities worldwide. FAI is the organization responsible for establishing the rules for record-setting and competition, and also for recognizing international achievements in aeronautics and astronautics. The NAA is the largest member of FAI and is responsible for appointing representatives to 15 major air sport and technical committees of FAI. The NAA also represents U.S. interests in aviation at

630-511: The importance of aviation to the general public and support the future advancement of aeronautics. As Americas Aero Club, the NAA serves as a unifier for all regional/local aero clubs. Aero Club Members differ from region to region, but almost all consist of aviation professionals and enthusiasts. Each Club has a distinct and distinguished history; activities and interests vary, but all support aviation in their communities. Automobile Club of America The Automobile Club of America (ACA)

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660-426: The introduction or gateway to commercial and business aviation. They are also competitive disciplines to many Americans and lifelong hobbies to thousands more. To foster our relationship with ASOs, the NAA works closely with ASOs to encourage membership and help drive innovation. America’s ASOs constantly change and evolve as new technology and aircraft become available. The many disciplines of flying are represented by

690-813: The original group’s mission, including issuing all pilot's licenses until the Civil Aeronautics Act of 1926. While the Aero Club of America was based in New York City, the NAA is based in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., where it continues to serve the same mission set forth by the best of the best in aeronautics. In 1905, the NAA joined Germany, Spain, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Italy, Switzerland, and France to create an international aviation organization – Fédération Aéronautique Internationale  – with

720-586: The sacrifices and legacy of members of the military service. A nomination will be put forth annually by the Chair of the NAA, and a vote of the Executive Committee will confirm the recipient. Within the United States and its Territories, the NAA has the sole responsibility of administering awards established by the FAI. Air Sport Organizations (ASO) are integral to the NAA’s ability to fulfill its mission. Many ASOs serve as

750-560: The second floor. There, a double-height assembly hall, modeled on one at Château de Cheverny in the Loire Valley , ran 100 feet across the building’s front, adjacent to a grill room on the same scale at the back." In 1908, the AAA increased their membership dues, leading to a falling out with the ACA. The Automobile Club of America (ACA) created the American Grand Prize, the first traces of Grand Prix style racing in

780-404: The sport of automobilism and to its development throughout the country". The original directors of the club were: Frank C. Hollister, Charles R. Flint , George Moore Smith, Winslow E. Busby, Whitney Lyon, George F. Chamberlain, Homer W. Hedge , and William Henry Hall of New York City and V. Everit Macy of Scarborough-on-Hudson . While it was called the Automobile Club of America, it was really

810-424: The value of which has been thoroughly demonstrated by actual use during the preceding year. Nomination period: April 15 – July 15 The Harmon Aeronaut Trophy is awarded for the most outstanding international achievement in the art and/or science of aeronautics (ballooning) for the calendar period of July 1 – June 30 of the previous year. Nomination period: January 1 – March 31 The Katharine Wright Memorial Trophy

840-554: Was dedicated in April 1925. The clubhouse was among the locations where New York license plates were distributed. Events hosted at the house included a luncheon with a League of Nations Non-Partisan Association official, an annual session of the National Highway Traffic Administration, as well as bridge games and tea dances. In the 1920s, the ACA quietly rejoined the AAA. The club had

870-612: Was the first automobile club formed in America in 1899. The club was dissolved in 1932 following the Great Depression and declining membership. On June 7, 1899, a group of gentlemen auto racers met at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in Manhattan and founded the Automobile Club of America. The Automobile Club of America was officially incorporated on August 15, 1899, in order to "maintain a social club devoted to

900-573: Was to promote aviation in any way possible as both a sport and a commercial endeavor. From its founding until 1922, the ACA grew in vision and scope and counted many successes in building aviation, including issuing all pilot licenses. In that year, a change was needed to accommodate the expanding business of the ACA, and the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) was incorporated as the Aero Club’s successor. The NAA continued

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