National Aviation Day 2010

National Aviation Day is Thursday, August 19, and the Arizona Airports Association (AzAA) encourages everyone to take part in recognizing the industry that provides a substantial contribution to our State’s economic growth.

Aviation supplies 38 billion dollars to the State’s economy along with 470,000 jobs, or 10% of the State’s total employment. Arizona’s 84 airports serve as a gateway to the 45 million passengers who rely on air transportation to reach the State.

Established in 1939 by presidential proclamation, this day of observance coincides with Orville Wright’s birthday. The Wright Brothers are credited for having built the world’s first successful airplane with aircraft controls.

National Aviation Day is a time to celebrate and promote the aviation industry. With all that Aviation has brought to Arizona, we have much to celebrate.

In January 2011, Arizona will be celebrating its own Aviation Day at the Capitol, an event hosted by AzAA and partners. The event will help educate and inform Arizona State Government staff while promoting the variety and vitality of aviation in Arizona. For more information, please visit www.azaviationday.org.

For more information on aviation in general and to learn how to get involved, please visit www.azairports.org.