National Aviation Day 2023 Date: Know History and Significance of the US Observance Dedicated to Advancements in the Aviation Industry
National Aviation Day is a United States national observance that is marked every year on August 19 to celebrate the development of aviation over the years. The day is also special because it honours the birthday of Orville Wright, one of the Wright brothers who are credited with inventing and building the world's first successful airplane.
National Aviation Day is a United States national observance that is marked every year on August 19 to celebrate the development of aviation over the years. The day is also special because it honours the birthday of Orville Wright, one of the Wright brothers who are credited with inventing and building the world's first successful airplane. Orville Wright was born on August 19, 1871. In 1939, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued the first presidential proclamation designating August 19, Orville Wright’s birthday, as a day in which citizens are encouraged to participate in activities that promote interest in aviation. As we celebrate National Aviation Day 2023, here’s all you need to know about the history and significance of the special day dedicated to aviation.
National Aviation Day 2023 Date
National Aviation Day 2023 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 19.
National Aviation Day History
National Aviation Day was established in the US by the then US President Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1939. Roosevelt issued a presidential proclamation that designated the anniversary of Orville Wright's birthday to be National Aviation Day. Notably, Wright, who was born in 1871, was alive when the proclamation was first issued. The proclamation was codified (USC 36:I: A:1:118). It allows the sitting US President to proclaim August 19 as National Aviation Day each year, if desired. Their proclamation may direct all federal buildings and installations to fly the US Flag that day and may encourage citizens to observe the day with activities that promote interest in aviation.
National Aviation Day Significance
National Aviation Day is an important day celebrated in the US that encourages the advancement of aviation technology and reflects on the progress made in the aviation and aerospace sectors. The day is celebrated with great dedication across the US as it serves as a reminder of the achievements and innovations in the aviation industry while inspiring future generations to continue pushing the boundaries of aerospace engineering.
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