The NAA Stinson Trophy

2024 – Jessica Grant

For professional achievements, community outreach, and unwavering support for others.

See Press Release

2023 – Irene Trowell-Harris

For a career distinguished by groundbreaking achievements and lasting impact on aviation. See Press Release

2022 – Anita Sengupta

For two decades as an engineering innovator in the fields of space exploration and aviation, and for providing mentorship and aerospace education to women and underrepresented groups, inspiring them to reach for the stars. See Press Release

2021 – Wally Funk

For blazing trails for women in aviation and spaceflight and inspiring the next generation of aerospace professionals as a pioneering member of the Mercury 13, flight instructor, air safety investigator, and the oldest woman to fly in space. See Press Release

2020 – Dr. Ellen Ochoa

For her barrier-breaking career contributions as an engineer, astronaut, first Hispanic woman in space, and former Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, in addition to her passionate advocacy for women and minorities in aeronautics, aviation, and space sciences.

2019 – Shelly Simi

For her accomplishments as a successful and passionate aviation professional and for dedicating over 25 years to opening minds and doors for women in pursuit of aviation opportunities of every kind.

2018 – Lt. Col Dana Bochte

For her courageous leadership as a combat rescue pilot and her dedication to training the next generation of helicopter crewmembers.

2017 – Shaesta Waiz

For utilizing her solo around the world flight to inspire and encourage girls and young women to pursue careers in aviation and STEM.

2016 – Lt Col Christine Mau, USAF

For dedicating over 19 years as an Air Force officer, imparting her wisdom and knowledge to a wide spectrum of Americans interested in aeronautics, and blazing a path for women in aviation.

2015 – Joni E. Kelsey, USAF

For dedicating 40 years as an aircraft maintainer and electrician and blazing a path for women in the Air Force through her commitment to training and mentoring female airmen.

2014 – Dr. Marina Ruggles-Wrenn, Air Force Institute of Technology

For dedicating over 27 years of her professional life to advancing the state-of-the-art in aerospace structures, design, and materials.

2013 – Major General Catherine A. Chilton, USAF

For over 33 years of enduring aviation contributions throughout the United States Air Force including serving as a Test Engineer, Test Director, Operations Officer, and Mobilization Assistant to the Military Deputy of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force – all of which has made an outstanding contribution to the fields of aviation, aeronautics, space and related sciences.

2012

No trophies awarded

2011 – The Honorable Carol J Carmody

For over 30 years of service to the aviation industry. Her collaborative work in enhancing transportation safety, and her efforts as U.S. Ambassador to ICAO have helped to make the U.S. transportation system significantly safer.

2010 – Nelda K. Lee

For her career and personal achievements exemplifying outstanding and enduring contributions in the field of aviation, aeronautics, space and related sciences. As a role model and pioneer female aerospace test engineer, she has inspired women and men to seek careers in aviation.

2009 – Lt Col Jean E. Havens, USAF

For enduring contributions during her 18-year Air Force career.

2009 – Lt Col Jeanie Leavitt, USAF

For blazing a path as America’s first female fighter pilot.

2008 – Cpt Julie Clark

For her determination, enthusiasm and professional accomplishments as an airline pilot and air show performer that have provided inspiration and motivation to many women aspiring to a career in aviation.

2007 – Evelyn Bryan Johnson

2006 – Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann

2005 – Carol Rymer Davis

2004 – Ann Baumgartner Carl

2003 – Mary S. Feik, Ann Wood-Kelly

2002 – Capt Beverly Pass, Patty Wagstaff

2001 – Capt Jodi A. Neff, USAF

2001 – Jeana Yeager

1999 – Audry Poberezny

1998 – Major Susan Rose, USAF

1997 – Dr. Shannon Lucid, Astronaut

The first recipient of the Stinson Trophy.