Celebrate Wilbur Wright’s Birthday With The First Flight Society On Wednesday, April 16th!
KITTY HAWK, N.C. - March 27, 2025 - PRLog -- The First Flight Society will celebrate the 4th annual Wilbur Wright Day event, a luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk on Wednesday, [...]
Call for Nominations for the 2026 Paul E Garber First Flight Shrine
Call for Nominations for the 2026 Paul E Garber First Flight Shrine
Introducing the 2025 First Flight Society Board of Directors
The First Flight Society announces its Board of Directors for 2025. Paul Wright Jameson was elected as President, succeeding Mike Fonseca. Paul is a great great nephew of Wilbur and Orville Wright. The rest of [...]
Join us for our Annual Luncheon on December 17th at 12:00 Noon
Wright Brothers Day Luncheon FFS Annual Luncheon Celebrating The Wright Brothers Legacy and Honoring Charles McGee, 2024 Paul E Garber Shrine Inductee. We will also have speakers and a delicious buffet lunch December 17th, 2024 [...]
Today’s the Day: Giving Tuesday!
HelloIt’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 [...]
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 HonoraryLifetime Members: Dr Peggy Chabrian, the founder of Women in Aviation [...]
Win a Unique VIP Military Aviation Museum Experience!
ENTER TODAY for your chance to win this unique VIP Tour, Dinner and Stearman Ride at the Military Aviation Museum PLUS $1,000! Donate Now To Enter WIN a UNIQUE Personal Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the facilities [...]
First Flight Society and Wright Brothers National Memorial Celebrate National Aviation Day Together on August 19th.
The First Flight Society announced a joint celebration of National Aviation Day with Wright Brothers National Memorial. This year is the 85thanniversary of National Aviation Day. The mornings activities will take place at Dare County [...]
Charles McGee Selected as 2024 Paul E Garber Shrine Honoree.
Charles McGee Selected as 2024 Paul E Garber Shrine Honoree. By: First Flight Society, Inc KITTY HAWK, N.C. – April 16, 2024 – The First Flight Society announced today that Brigadier General Charles McGee has been [...]
March Membership Drive
*2024 Membership Drive!* How would you like to win a 120th Anniversary Silver Coin? First Flight Society merch Starting immediately and ending April 6th, the member gaining the most new membership points receives a 120th [...]
Introducing The 2024 First Flight Society Board
The First Flight Society announces its Board of Directors for 2024. Most of the directors are from North Carolina.The newly elected Executive Committee consists of: President-Mike Fonseca Vice President-Paul Wright Jameson Finance Committee Chair-Erica Paynter [...]
First Flight Society Announces 2023 Class of Honorary Members
KITTY HAWK, N.C. – November 19, 2023 - The First Flight Society announces two new Honorary Lifetime Members: Record holder Mack Rutherford, and pilot Erik Lindbergh. Mack Rutherford became the youngest person to fly solo [...]
This Wright Brothers Day Is The 120th Anniversary of the Wright Brothers’ First Flight
Wright Brothers Day: December 17, 2023 - 120th Anniversary of the Wright Brothers' First Powered Flight First Flight Society 12-17-22 This year’s event will honor Walter and Olive Ann Beech, American aviators and early aviation [...]
National Aviation Day celebrated with historic planes, speakers, displays, food trucks and more
By Mary Helen Goodloe-Murphy Read more at: https://www.thecoastlandtimes.com/2023/09/07/national-aviation-day-celebrated-with-historic-planes-speakers-displays-food-trucks-and-more/
Celebrate National Aviation Day with First Flight Society on August 19, 2023
The First Flight Society announced the 5th annual National Aviation Day at Dare County Regional Airport on August 19th, 2023. The event runs from 10AM-3PM and features Airplane Displays, Exhibitors, and Food Trucks. The mission [...]
Walter and Olive Ann Beech Selected as 2023 Paul E Garber Shrine Honorees
Walter and Olive Ann Beech Selected as 2023 Paul E Garber Shrine Honorees The First Flight Society announced today that Walter and Olive Ann Beech have beennamed the 2023 Honorees to be inducted into the [...]
Call for Nominations
Call for Nominations for the 2024 Paul E Garber First Flight Shrine. Download Nomination Form Honorees for the Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine are selected annually by a National Advisory Committee from a list [...]
Win a Stallion 51 WWII Flight Experience!
Enter today for your chance to experience a WWII Flight Experience in both a T-6 Texan trainer and P-51 Mustang Fighter! This is your chance to experience flight in both the trainer and operational aircraft [...]
Introducing the 2023 First Flight Society Board of Directors
The First Flight Society announces its Board of Directors for 2023. Most of the directors are from North Carolina. The newly elected Executive Committee consists of: President-Mike Fonseca Vice President-Paul Wright Jameson Finance Committee Chair- H [...]
Wilbur Wright Day Luncheon with Special Guest Speaker on Friday, April 14th
Join us for our Second Annual Wilbur Wright Day Celebration on April 14th, 2023 The Celebration will include a keynote speaker, a luncheon and a silent auction. The event runs from 11AM-2PM and features Dr. [...]
Our 2023 Events
Our 2023 Events Wilbur Wright Day April 16th (Celebrated on April 14th) National Aviation Day August 19th Wright Brothers Day December 17th Also be on the lookout for our Aviation Art Contest and This Years [...]
First Flight Society Announces 2022 Class of Honorary Members
Zara Rutherford Nicole Malachowski Jerry Yagen KITTY HAWK, N.C. - Nov. 19, 2022 - The First Flight Society announces 4 new HonoraryMembers for 2022: Record holder Zara Rutherford, military pilot Nicole Malachowski, airplane collectorJerry Yagen [...]
Your Chance to Win a ride in a P-51 Mustang + this Wooden Display Model!
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Enter for Your Chance to Win a ride in a P-51 Mustang + this Wooden Display Model! Win this P-51D Mustang “Big Beautiful Doll” Model of the aircraft flown by Colonel John D Landers, Commanding Officer of [...]
Win a Once in a Lifetime Experience to fly in a WWII P-51 Fighter!
Enter today for your chance to fly in a WWII P-51 Fighter! This is your chance to fly in the same type of aircraft as some of our First Flight Society Honorees such as Brig. [...]
Your Chance To Win a 2022 Jeep Wrangler 392 with a 6.4L HEMI V8 engine!
The Rubicon 392 is the ONLY WRANGLER with a 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine. This Jeep is highly sought after, and we have one on hand to give away to one lucky winner! This Rubicon comes [...]
Warbird Rides Available as Part of National Aviation Day Celebration August 19th-20th, 2022
KITTY HAWK, N.C. - July 5, 2022 -- As part of the First Flight Society Celebration of National Aviation Day at Dare County Regional Airport in Manteo, NC on August 19th, the Capital Wing of the Commemorative Air [...]
2021 Sweepstakes Winner Claims His Prize
2021 Sweepstakes Winner Daniel McLeod of Payson, AZ took his Stallion 51 ride this month! Keep an eye out for the 2022 sweepstakes coming soon. #sweepstakes#P51#mustang#winner
Wilbur Wright Day Celebration 2022 Focused on Education
Historian Larry Tise was the keynote speaker for the Wilbur Wright Day Event at College of the Albemarle- Currituck. The event held Saturday, August 16th consisted of presentations by Tise, Currituck historian Barbara Snowden and [...]
We are Accepting Nominations for the Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine for 2023
Honorees for the Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine are selected annually by our National Advisory Committee from a list of nominees submitted to the First Flight Society and passed to the Committee for consideration. [...]
Benjamin O. Davis Jr Selected as 2022 Paul E Garber Shrine Honoree.
The First Flight Society announced today that Benjamin O. Davis Jr., has been named the 2022 Honoree to be inducted into the Dr. Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine located in the Museum and Visitors [...]
Introducing the 2022 First Flight Society Board of Directors
KITTY HAWK, N.C. – January 13, 2022 -- The First Flight Society would like to announce its Board of Directors for 2022. Most of the directors are from North Carolina. The newly elected Executive Committee [...]
Welcome our Latest Lifetime members!
First Flight Society wants to welcome our newest Lifetime Members from 2021 and so far in 2022. Breynn Hope Bailey, Manteo, NC James Jordan Hennessy, Kitty Hawk, NC Mark Kevin Jacob, East Lansing, MI These [...]
Congratulations to our 2021 P-51 ride Sweepstakes Winner!
The First Flight Society is pleased to announce that Daniel McLeod of Payson AZ has won the P-51 ride sweepstakes. He has won a flight in Stallion 51's “CRAZY HORSE” Mustang in Kissimmee, Florida.The winner [...]
Wright Brothers Day Program
Wright Brothers Day Program Friday, December 17, 2021
First Flight Society Announces 2021 Class of Honorary Members
Mark BakerTom CrouchRob Holland – November 18, 2021 - The First Flight Society announces 3 new Honorary Members: AOPA President Mark Baker, Historian Tom Crouch and Aerobatic Champion Rob Holland. Tom D Crouch is an [...]
Your Chance to Win a ride in a P-51 Mustang + this Wooden Display Model!
*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Enter for Your Chance to Win a ride in a P-51 Mustang + this Wooden Display Model! Win this P-51D Mustang “Glamorous Glen III” Model of the aircraft flown by Capt. Charles “Chuck” Yeager, [...]
Win a Once in a Lifetime Experience to fly in a WWII P-51 Fighter!
Win a Once in a Lifetime Experience to fly in a WWII P-51 Fighter! Enter today for your chance to fly in a WWII P-51 Fighter! This is your chance to fly in the [...]
Become a Founding Member of Club 1903
The Power of 1903 ($19.03) Make a recurring or even a one time gift of $19.03 and become a founding member of Club 1903 supporting the First Flight Society. In cooperation with GoFundMe we [...]
Sally Ride Selected as 2021 Paul E Garber Shrine Honoree.
KITTY HAWK, N.C. – April 16, 2021 – The First Flight Society announced today that Sally K Ride, has been named the 2021 Honoree to be inducted into the Dr. Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine located [...]
2021 Paul E Garber Honoree Announcement April 16th.
April 16th, 2021 will be Wilbur Wright's 154th Birthday. It's also the day that we announce our 2021 Paul E Garber Honoree. We will be celebrating Wilbur's birthday online throughout the day. Watch for videos, [...]
Welcome Our New Bronze Sponsor Twiddy & Company Realtors.
First Flight Society would like to welcome our newest Bronze Sponsor and Business Member. "In 1978, Twiddy & Company Realtors opened its first office on the Outer Banks in Duck Village. In 1982, the business [...]
Introducing the 2021 First Flight Society Board of Directors
KITTY HAWK, N.C. – January 26, 2021 -- The First Flight Society would like to announce its Board of Directors for 2021.All of the directors are from North Carolina, except three who are from Virginia. [...]
Annual Membership Meeting will be Virtual on Thursday, January 21st.
Our Annual Membership Meeting is this Thursday night, January 21st. It will be virtual through WebEx. If you are a current member please make sure we have a current email address so we can send [...]
Sean D Tucker Wright Brothers Day Video
Wright Brothers Day video featuring 2020 Honorary Member Sean D Tucker. Video produced by Tucker / Hess Productions TuckerHessProductions.com
Wright Brothers National Memorial hosts virtual-only celebration event
On Thursday, December 17, 2020, Wright Brothers National Memorial, in partnership with First Flight Society, Outer Banks Forever, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, and National Aviation Heritage Area, will honor the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at an [...]
First Flight Society Announces 2020 Class of Honorary Members
The First Flight Society announces 5 new Honorary Members: Colonel Gail Halvorsen, Brigadier General Charles McGee, Lieutenant Colonel Richard "Dick" Rutan, Sean D. Tucker, and Patty Wagstaff. Colonel Halvorsen, General McGee and Colonel Dick Rutan [...]
Make Plans to Celebrate the 117th Anniversary of Powered Flight.
Save the date! December 17th, 2020 is the 117th anniversary of powered flight. The First Flight Society will be honoring Frank Caldwell as the 2020 Paul E Garber Shrine inductee. Like every other event held [...]
Welcome Our New Business Member Meta Special Aerospace.
The First Flight Society is excited to welcome Meta Special Aerospace as our newest Business Member. Meta Special Aerospace’s team of experts have designed, rebuilt, improved, operated, and delivered high-reliability advanced multi-spectral airborne payloads and [...]
Frank Caldwell Selected as 2020 Paul E Garber Shrine Honoree
The First Flight Society announced today that Frank Caldwell, has been named the 2020 Honoree to be inducted into the Dr. Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine located in the Museum and Visitors Center at [...]
First Flight Society Giving Day is August 19th, 2020!
First Flight Society Giving Day is August 19th, 2020! FFS Giving Day offers First Flight Society supporters the chance to come together and make a tremendous cumulative impact. This year Giving Day is on National [...]
Make Plans to Attend National Aviation Day August 19th, 2020
Make plans to join First Flight Society for our National Aviation Day Event on August 19th. We will be celebrating National Aviation Day and Orville Wright’s birthday at the Dare County Regional Airport (MQI). There [...]
First Flight: The Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk Webinar
First Flight: The Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk Webinar hosted by the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach, VA. FFS President Mike Fonseca speaks about both the Wright Brothers' experiences at Kitty Hawk. He also [...]
Check Out Our New YouTube Channel!
Exciting news! We just created our own channel on YouTube. Our first major online event was an interview with Wilbur Wright for his birthday Celebration on April 16th. The interview streamed Live on Facebook and [...]
FFS is Accepting Nominations for the First Flight Shrine.
We are accepting nominations for the First Flight Society Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine for 2021. Nominees should have made an outstanding accomplishment in manned flight and that they are generally recognized nationally and [...]
2020 Membership Drive
We are trying to add 1000 new members by the end of the year, so we are giving everyone a heads up! Our annual Individual Memberships will be going up to $50 on March 1st, [...]
Welcome Our New Officers and Board Members!
The First Flight Society would like to announce our new Executive Committee: President-Mike Fonseca 1st Vice President-Dr Charles Davidson 2nd Vice President-Lisa Ellstrom Treasurer-H Taylor Sugg Secretary-Katie Morgan Also, welcome our new board members: Paul [...]
December 17th Celebration Itinerary
WELCOME TO THE 116TH ANNIVERSARY OF POWERED FLIGHT Celebrating The Legacy of Orville and Wilbur Wright Honoring The 70th Anniversary of the World War II Berlin Airlift June 1948 – September 1949 December 17, 2019 [...]
116th Anniversary Sponsorship Opportunities
Organizations from the aviation community and area businesses sponsor and underwrite many First Flight Society activities and programs throughout the year, especially the December 17th anniversary celebration at the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Members, sponsors [...]
October Membership Special!
Members have always been an essential part of the First Flight Society. By joining FFS you become part of a community of people who care deeply about the legacy of the Wright Brothers, the Wright [...]
Message from the President…
Where have 3 years gone? At this year’s annual meeting a new president of this great organization will be elected. As i look back over the last 3 years, I remember some great events put [...]
FFS Partners with ECSU!
FIRST FLIGHT SOCIETY FORMS NEW ALLIANCE WITH ELIZABETH CITY STATE UNIVERSITY’S DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION EDUCATION The Tuskegee Airmen, the Apollo 11 astronauts, Amelia Earhart: [...]
FFS Announces 2020 Paul E. Garber Shrine Inductee!
CANDY BOMBER HONORED BY FIRST FLIGHT SOCIETY On December 17, 2019 the First Flight Society will honor Colonel Gail S. “Hal” Halvorsen, USAF (Ret) as the latest aviation pioneer inducted into the Paul E. Garber [...]
More Events to Come in 2019!
We have had an exciting year so far, but we have more exciting events and announcements coming! Events: New FFS Member Program Coming Soon! Wright Brothers Play Nov.2nd & 3rd, 2019 at ECSU's GR Little [...]
Celebrate National Aviation Day with Us!
CELEBRATE NATIONAL AVIATION DAY AND ORVILLE WRIGHT’S BIRTHDAY WITH THE FIRST FLIGHT SOCIETY! AUGUST 19TH 9AM TO 2PM Dare County Airport (MQI) FREE AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! FREE THINGS [...]
FFS Giving Day is August 19th!
First Flight Society Giving Day is August 19th, 2019! For 24 hours, sponsors, supporters, members and friends will come together and make a powerful statement of support for the First Flight Society's mission to raise [...]
More Events to Come in 2019!
We have had an exciting year so far, but we have more exciting events and announcements coming! Events: National Aviation Day/Orville Wright's Birthday August 19th First Flight Giving Day August 19th New FFS Member Program [...]
Wright Brothers National Memorial celebrates 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 moon landing, July 18-20
Wright Brothers National Memorial, in partnership with Outer Banks Forever, First Flight Foundation, and First Flight Society, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with a series of events from July [...]
Colonel Gail Halvorsen will be the 2019 Paul E Garber Shrine Honoree.
The 116th Anniversary of Powered Flight Event on December 17, 2019 will induct Col. Gail Halvorsen, USAF (Ret), the “Candy Bomber”, as a representative of the crews that flew the mission, and the Berlin Airlift [...]
Make an Impact this Mother’s Day!
It's almost here—Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 12! When you shop Mother's Day gifts at smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7365923, AmazonSmile donates to First Flight Society Incorporated.
Have you registered for the FFS Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 4th?
FIRST FLIGHT SOCIETY ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2019 SEA SCAPE GOLF LINKS KITTY HAWK, NC $75/PLAYER / $300 PER 4-MAN TEAM Green Fees – Cart - Meal – Prizes CAPTAIN’S CHOICE 4-PLAYER SCRAMBLE [...]
Happy Birthday Wilbur Wright!
'The desire to fly is an idea handed down to us by our ancestors who ... looked enviously on the birds soaring freely through space ... on the infinite highway of the air.” —Wilbur Wright [...]
FFS Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 4th!
FIRST FLIGHT SOCIETY ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2019 SEA SCAPE GOLF LINKS KITTY HAWK, NC $75/PLAYER / $300 PER 4-MAN TEAM Green Fees – Cart - Meal – Prizes [...]
First Flight Shrine Nomination Deadline Approaching.
We are accepting nominations for the First Flight Society Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine for 2020. Nominees should have made an outstanding accomplishment in manned flight and that they are generally recognized nationally and [...]
Why Should You Donate to FFS?
Donate. You see this almost every day from one organization or another. You get telephone calls. You get letters. You see it on television. You hear it on the radio. Like most non profits we [...]
FFS is Accepting Nominations for the First Flight Shrine.
We are accepting nominations for the First Flight Society Paul E. Garber First Flight Shrine for 2020. Nominees should have made an outstanding accomplishment in manned flight and that they are generally recognized nationally and [...]
FFS Honoring Katherine Johnson on the 115th Anniversary of the Wright Brothers First Flight.
The 115th Anniversary of the accomplishment of manned powered flight by the Brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright, will be celebrated at the Wright Brother National Memorial on Monday, December 17, 2018 with gates opening at [...]
First Flight Society Celebrates #GivingTuesday.
This #GivingTuesday, First Flight Society will celebrate giving by asking for donations to our Annual Fund https://www.gofundme.com/first-flight-society039s-annual-fund. #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage [...]
Join Us December 17th for the 115th Anniversary Celebration!
115th Anniversary of Powered Flight – Our biggest celebration December 16 & 17, 2018. Wright Brothers National Memorial Park admission is free on December 17 and the Anniversary program begins at 9:00 a.m. THIS IS A [...]
Get Your Tickets Now for the Wright Brothers Musical in November!
Fun for the Whole Family! Buy tickets on Eventbrite by clicking here: Tickets The First Flight Society presents The Wright Brothers: Those Daring Young Men & Their Flying Machine. The play will be performed [...]
Grand Reopening of the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center this Saturday.
Join the First Flight Society this Saturday, October 20th at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Park. We will have a table set up and we encourage all current and future members to stop by and [...]
Several New Events Coming Up!
OCT20 Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center Reopening Details OCT28 The Outer Banks Halloween Parade Details NOV11 The Wright Brothers Musical Details DEC17 115th Anniversary of the Wright Brothers' First Flight Details
Help Support the Dare County Motorcycle Toy Run!
Did you know that the First Flight, Harley-Davidson motorcycle and Ford Motor Co. all happened in 1903? That is the theme for this year’s motorcycle toy run on September 22. FFS is supporting the [...]
Tickets are now on sale for The Wright Brothers: Those Daring Young Men & Their Flying Machine!
The First Flight Society presents The Wright Brothers: Those Daring Young Men & Their Flying Machine. The play will be performed twice in November at Paparazzi OBX: On Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at 7:00 PM and [...]
Thanks to Everyone Who Came By On National Aviation Day.
We would like to thank everyone who came by our table today. Thanks for celebrating National Aviation Day and Orville Wright's birthday with us. The First Flight Society was glad to give out stickers and [...]
Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center Reopening Planned for September 29
Save the date of Saturday, September 29, 2018 for the reopening of the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitors Center! Here is the information we have from the National Parks Service: The National Park Service is [...]
Have You Seen the Latest Issue of The Flyer?
Here is the front page of the latest edition of The Flyer, the official publication of the First Flight Society. Haven't gotten yours yet? There is a simple way to remedy that. A membership [...]
Congratulations To Our Contest Winner!
We would like to congratulate Deborah Fecak of Kill Devil Hills for winning a copy of The Wright Brothers by David McCullough! Here is her winning picture: Thanks to everyone who posted pictures to [...]
Win a Copy of The Wright Brothers by David McCullough!
This contest couldn't be easier. If you have ever been to the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, NC post a photo on our Facebook page or in our Facebook Group Celebrating The [...]
First Flight Society Celebrates National Tourism Day
The First Flight Society would like to thank everyone who came by to visit our booth on Thursday, May 10th. FFS participated in National Tourism Day at the North Carolina Welcome Center on southbound I-95 [...]
Please Join the First Flight Society!
Did you know that without the First Flight Society there would be no Wright Brothers National Memorial? There also wouldn't be an annual celebration on December 17th of each year. The First Flight Society was [...]
Wilbur Wright Birthday Celebration
The Wright Brothers celebrated Wilbur’s 151st birthday visiting the fourth and fifth grade students at Dare County Elementary Schools April 16-17, 2018. [fancygallery id="2" album="2"]
Visit Wright Brothers National Memorial During National Park Week
National Park Week, April 21-29, 2018, is an annual national celebration of people, parks, trails, heritage areas, national trails and rivers, seashores, historic sites, beautiful landscapes, and so many more places that are remarkable. National [...]
Wright Brothers National Memorial to Offer Free Admission on Six Days in 2018
Wright Brothers National Memorial announced today that it will offer six days without entrance fees in 2018. The 2018 entrance fee free days are: January 15: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day April 21: First Day [...]
One Week Until The Wright Brothers’ First Flight Anniversary Event!
On Sunday, December 17, 2017, the First Flight Society and the National Park Service (NPS) will continue the tradition of honoring the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright at the 114th anniversary celebration of the [...]
Today is #GivingTuesday!
Please join us in supporting the First Flight Society today, #GivingTuesday. Throughout the year First Flight Society, Incorporated works to promote the Wright Brothers’ legacy and to educate future aviators in the wonders of flight. [...]
Join Us for #Giving Tuesday Next Tuesday!
Throughout the year First Flight Society, Incorporated works to promote the Wright Brothers’ legacy and to educate future aviators in the wonders of flight. You can join us in supporting the First Flight Society for [...]
What If We All Gave On One Day?
What if we all gave on one day? We can! Tuesday, November 28, the first day after Thanksgiving, is designated as Giving Tuesday, when our community will come together for 24 hours of unprecedented giving. [...]
Use Giving Assistant to Save Money and Support First Flight Society.
It’s time for shopping to feel good again! You can turn every online purchase into a free donation for First Flight Society Incorporated just by using Giving Assistant. Giving Assistant shoppers earn as much as [...]
Wright Brothers National Memorial Hosting Light Art Event
On Sunday October 1, 2017, Swiss Light Artist Gerry Hofstetter will illuminate Wright Brothers Monument as part of his Light Art Grand Tour USA. This special event is open to the public and admission to [...]
National Aviation Day 2017
Here are photos from National Aviation Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kitty Hawk, NC on Saturday, August 19th, 2017. First Flight Society would like to thank all the participants, volunteers and spectators who [...]
Happy 90th Birthday to Us!
The First Flight Society is 90 years old today. In 1927, a group of forward-thinking northeastern North Carolina business and civic leaders began an effort to preserve the original site of the Wright brothers’ flights [...]
National Aviation Day is This Saturday, August 19th!
Celebrate National Aviation Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial! Wright Brothers National Memorial and the First Flight Society invite you to celebrate National Aviation Day on Saturday, August 19, 2017. The park will be open [...]
National Aviation Day – August 19, 2017
Be sure to join us for a very exciting day on August 19, 2017 at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Park! The First Flight Society will be celebrating National Aviation Day. In addition we will commemorate Orville [...]
William “Bill” Whiteheart — Awarded Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award!
First Flight Society, Inc. Lifetime Member, William H. Whiteheart has received THE WRIGHT BROTHERS "MASTER PILOT" AWARD. The prestigious Master Pilot award is awarded by the FAA to only the most experienced and able pilots who [...]
Wilbur and Orville Visit First Flight Elementary.
Tuesday, April 18th, actors portraying Wilbur and Orville dropped by fourth grade classes at First Flight ElementarySchool. The visit was to recognize Wilbur Wright's 150th birthday on April 16th. A representative from the National Park [...]
Happy Birthday Wilbur Wright!
'The desire to fly is an idea handed down to us by our ancestors who ... looked enviously on the birds soaring freely through space ... on the infinite highway of the air.” —Wilbur Wright [...]
Wilbur’s Birthday!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, WILBUR! Fourth Graders at First Flight Elementary will be surprised to see Orville and Wilbur Wright drop by the classrooms on Tuesday, April 18 to recognize Wilbur Wright’s 150th birthday (April 16)! Representatives [...]
Support FFS with your regular Amazon purchases.
The First Flight Society is now a partner with Amazon through their Smile program. The difference between Amazon and Amazon Smile is that when customers shop on AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com"). The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of [...]
Come Celebrate Wilbur Wright’s Birthday With Us!
Please join The First Flight Society the weekend of April 15-16, 2017 at the Wright Brothers National Memorial to celebrate Wilbur Wright's birthday. Wilbur was born April 16th, 1867 near Millville, Indiana, to Milton and [...]
Fast Forward – December 16-17, 2016 – the 113th Anniversary of Powered Flight
December 16-17, 2016 - the 113th Anniversary of Powered Flight The First Flight Society will host the 113th Celebration of Powered Flight at Wright Brothers National Memorial on December 17, 2016. The theme this year [...]
National Aviation Day – August 19, 2016
Be sure to join us for a very exciting day on August 19, 2016 at the Wright Brothers National Park - We will be celebrating National Aviation Day, Orville Wright's 145th Birthday, and the Centennial [...]
Aviatrix Mary Feik – Dies at home in Maryland
It is with a sad heart that we report to you that our most beloved Aviatrix Mary Feik, 92, passed away late last night. Mary was at her home in Annapolis, Maryland with her daughter [...]
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!
Be the First to be a Major Sponsor to First Flight Society! First Flight Society's programs, events and administrative expenses are made possible through your sponsorships. Because of your sponsorship, First Flight Society has top [...]
First Flight Society Friends Agreement Signed with National Park Service
April 11, 2014 The NPS recognizes the long and valuable tradition of philanthropy in the national parks. Friends groups have played a critical role in the success of this country’s national parks, and it is [...]
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