Katharine Wright Trophy Honors Jill Meyers, Aeronautical Engineer and Pilot

The NAA and the Ninety-Nines bestow the award on a person who has contributed to the success of others

Julie Boatman

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at 01:00 PM ET

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NAA will award the trophy during a special event to be determined soon. [Courtesy: NAA]

Key Takeaways:

Jill Meyers, an aviation enthusiast from a young age, a U.S. Air Force veteran, and a distinguished aerospace engineer, has been awarded the Katharine Wright Trophy.
Her extensive career includes critical roles at Boeing and Northrop Grumman, working on major programs like the NATO AWACS, communication systems for Air Force One, and the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
Meyers is recognized for her significant contributions to inspiring others, particularly through her leadership in Women in Aviation International and her work with the Dreams Soar nonprofit, supporting Shaesta Waiz's solo global flight and extensive youth outreach.

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When Jill Meyers took a ride in a family friend’s Cessna 140 at age 12, her passion for aviation sparked to life. She earned her private pilot certificate in her senior year of high school and became an operational computer systems analyst in the U.S. Air Force.

Fast forward a few decades, and Meyers has now been awarded the Katharine Wright Trophy from the National Aeronautic Association (NAA).