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Since 1962, the General Aviation Awards (GAA) and the FAA have celebrated the industry’s elite. This prestigious program honors outstanding professionals in flight instruction, maintenance, and safety who define the gold standard of general aviation.

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The Road to National Recognition

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The selection process is a rigorous, three-tier climb to the top:

• District: FAA Flight Standards District Offices (FSDO) select local honorees.

• Finalists: FAASTeam Program Managers narrow the field to top-tier finalists.

• National: Volunteer Industry Judges review the finalists and chose one National Honoree per category.

 

The Ultimate Reward

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The VIP package includes:

• Trip to AirVenture: Each Honoree receives $2,500 to pay for travel expenses to the annual EAA AirVenture airshow. The trip includes the Honoree and one guest.

• FAASTeam Recognition: A Formal Awards ceremony hosted by the FAASTeam national leadership, annually hosted by Greg Feith, retired NTSB investigator and founder of the popular podcast with past Honoree, John G.

• FAA Leadership Recognition: An introduction and plaque presentation by the FAA Administrator at the annual Meet the Administrator event.

• Lasting Legacy: Their names are permanently enshrined in the EAA Museum.

• Exclusive Perks: A commemorative wooden plaque, a formal luncheon, and premium gifts from top industry sponsors.

 

The Bottom Line: This isn't just an award; it’s a career-defining induction into aviation history.