Yearly Archives: 2024

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3 12, 2024

Today’s the Day: Giving Tuesday!

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It’s go time! TODAY is #GivingTuesday, and First Flight Society has set a goal to raise $5000 in just 24 hours. Those funds will allow us to fulfill our mission to tell the story of the Wright Brothers through community events, education, and the commemoration of the world’s very first powered flight, in Kitty Hawk, NC. It truly takes a village to make real change, and we’re so lucky to have such a dedicated community of supporters. Together, we can do this. 

If you haven’t done so already, please tell your friends and family about our campaign. Spreading the word gets our voices heard and the donations rolling in!

Ways to Contribute:
1.        Make a direct contribution to support our cause.
2.        Become a recurring donor and provide sustained help.
3.        Give your time and skills to make […]
19 11, 2024

First Flight Society Announces 2024 Class of Honorary Members

First Flight Society Announces 2024 Class of Honorary Members

KITTY HAWK, N.C. – Nov. 19, 2024 – The First Flight Society announces two new Honorary
Lifetime Members: Dr Peggy Chabrian, the founder of Women in Aviation International and aerobatic
national champion Michael Goulian.

Dr. Chabrian is the founder of Women in Aviation International and was the first president from 1994 until
September 2019. WAI is an organization dedicated to the advancement and support of women in the
aviation industry. She grew the organization from 150 to thousands of members. Dr. Chabrian is a 2,500-hour pilot and flight instructor who has been flying for more than 30 years. She began her career as a university professor and administrator concentrating on aviation. Dr. Chabrian was just inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame this year. […]

18 11, 2024

This Wright Brothers Day Is The 121st Anniversary of the Wright Brothers’ First Flight

This Wright Brothers Day Is The 121st Anniversary of the Wright Brothers’ First Flight

Wright Brothers Day: December 17, 2024 – 121st Anniversary of the Wright Brothers’ First Powered Flight

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This year’s event will honor General Charles McGee, famous Tuskegee Airman. General McGee was also a nHonorary Lifetime Member of the First Flight Society.  The festivities will feature speakers from the National Park Service as well as a flyover, among other activities. For more information about Wright Brothers Day 2024, please click the button below.

  • 10 points for a 3-year Life member