The International Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for our prestigious awards to be presented at the 2027 International Conference in Sidney, Australia (September 10 - 12, 2027). These awards shine a spotlight on individuals and organizations who make aviation stronger, safer, more inclusive, and more inspiring. But we can't do it without you—nominations come from our Chapters, Sections, and Trusts.

AWARD OF ACHIEVEMENT (for Ninety-Nines)

Three Awards of Achievement may be presented for:
• Contributions to The Ninety-Nines • Contributions to Aviation • Humanitarian Efforts

Who May be Nominated?
• An individual member of The Ninety-Nines (living or deceased) • Group of Ninety-Nines • Organizations within The Ninety-Nines, such as a Chapter, Section, Committee, or Trust

(Note: Individual recipients must be current members, or have been a current member at the time of her death.)

AWARD OF MERIT (for non-Ninety-Nines)

Recognize a trailblazer outside our membership who has made a significant contribution to any facet of aviation, such as aviation or aerospace education, aviation science, aviation history, aviation commerce, aviation legislation, or another vital field.

Who May be Nominated?
• An individual (male or female, living or deceased), Organizations

(Note: Recipients must not be a current or former member of The Ninety-Nines or of a group within The Ninety- Nines.)

GEORGE PALMER PUTNAM AWARD (for non-Ninety-Nines)

Honor those who have championed The Ninety-Nines from outside our organization. This award recognizes extraordinary support--whether a single act or ongoing dedication--that has advanced our mission.

Who May be Nominated?
• An individual (male or female, living or deceased) • Organizations

(Note: Recipients may not be current or former member of The Ninety-Nines or of a group within The Ninety-Nines.)

Who may submit nominations?

• Chapters • Sections • Trusts

ANNOUNCING THE FIRST ANNUAL BEVERLEY D. SHARP AVIATION OUTREACH AWARD

Presented to a Chapter or Section of The Ninety-Nines in good standing for the most meritorious outreach activity, event, project, or series of activities that fosters inclusion of a marginalized or underserved group relative to the applicant Chapter or Section.

Outreach activity may have occurred at any time in the past or present and may consist of a single activity or a series of related activities.

Who may nominate:
• Individual or Group within The Ninety-Nines in accordance with the International Award nomination procedures.

To learn more about the Beverly D. Sharp Aviation Outreach Award, click here.

1. Gather all information needed for the Award Nomination. Once you start the nomination, you can not save and come back to the nomination form.

2.Complete all fields – either by selecting from the drop down menu (e.g., year, category of award, date of submission) or typing in text boxes. There is no limit on the number of characters in the text boxes; however, your nomination should not exceed the equivalent of four (4) printed pages.

3. Once completed, click the submit button to forward to the Awards Committee for judging. An email copy of the nomination will be forwarded to you and should be saved in case the Committee comes back with questions.

4. The Ninety-Nines Award nominations must be signed by two officers of the Chapter, Section or Trust. Please ensure that when submitting, please be sure both officers are present since the form can not be saved and returned to later.

5. The Beverley D. Sharp Award must be signed by the Individual or Group.

If you have any questions, please contact the Chair of the Awards Committee at awards@ninety-nines.org.