National Aviation Day(United States)
National Aviation Day celebrates the history and achievements of aviation in the United States.
Proclaimed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1939, National Aviation Day falls on Wilbur Wright’s birthday, August 19.
Air and space museums open free exhibits, and aviation enthusiasts organize air shows and fly-ins across the country.
Educational programs in schools introduce students to aeronautical science, engineering, and the legacy of the Wright brothers.
The day highlights milestones in flight innovation, from early biplanes to modern jet and space technology.
Aviation agencies and organizations host seminars and workshops to inspire future pilots, engineers, and aerospace leaders.
National Aviation Day