The Kansas Aviation Museum has announced that this year’s Honor Awards will take place on October 14th. Inductees to the Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame include Senator Jerry Moran, Dr. Alysia Starkey (K-State Salina Dean/President), Mr. Rick Hamlin and Mr. Mark Schlegel. Each have accomplished careers that have supported and are supporting the work of aviation in Kansas, the nation and across the globe. Lieutenant General Michelle Johnson (Ret.) will be the keynote speaker. Michelle was the Commander of the 22nd at McConnell Air Force Base from 2002-2004, and the first female Superintendent of the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.
Each year, a selection committee considers individuals to be recognized for selection to the Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame. Each nominee must have a strong connection to Kansas, either by birth and early life or through career work. The selection committee consists of members from:
- Kansas Aviation Museum
- Kansas State Historical Society
- Kansas Department of Transportation – Aviation
- Wichita Airport Authority
More Information: Kansas Aviation Museum
