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 has been awarded the prestigious Katharine Wright Trophy by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) for her sustained contributions to aviation and space flight.
Her distinguished career includes serving as an operational computer systems analyst in the U.S. Air Force and holding lead engineering and program management roles on critical aerospace projects for Boeing and Northrop Grumman, such as AWACS, Air Force One's communication systems, and the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
Meyers is also recognized for her significant efforts in inspiring and supporting others in aviation, including leading the Women in Aviation International chapter in San Diego and working full-time with Dreams Soar to conduct outreach events that reached thousands of young people.

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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).