National Aviation Day Celebrations

Happy #NationalAviationDay! To celebrate, we're hosting our first-ever QR Code Scavenger Hunt. Now through Aug. 25, search for clues in the terminals for a chance to win 1 of 3 prizes (including a grand prize valued at $500)! Learn more: https://t.co/8LPkTVo5hg #SJCAviationWeek pic.twitter.com/bXdC9diWIP

— San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) (@FlySJC) August 19, 2022

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What a better way to wrap up #NationalAviationDay than by sharing your favorite pics of our historic tower? Fun fact: the airport system at TUS supports nearly 46,000 jobs and contributes to more than $8.3 billion in economic activity #NonstopForTucson pic.twitter.com/iC7KPbJOXK

— Tucson Airport (@TucsonAirport) August 20, 2022

On this #NationalAviationDay, we’re proud to be Arizona’s #1 economic engine 💖🌵

Haven’t stopped by the airport in a while? Check out this virtual tour: https://t.co/ppdCBnEpQu pic.twitter.com/9xvURo2A1n

— Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (@PHXSkyHarbor) August 19, 2022

It’s #NationalAviationDay! To celebrate, we’re highlighting the two airports the City of San Diego owns and operates: Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in Serra Mesa and Brown Field Municipal Airport in Otay Mesa! pic.twitter.com/mp1i3VzJDZ

— City of San Diego (@CityofSanDiego) August 19, 2022

A very happy #NationalAviationDay to everyone who helps keep our airport and our skies safe. Follow along as we recognize our partners across the aviation industry today. @FAANews @CBPLosAngeles @TSA @LAPDHQ @FBILosAngeles #AirportPolice @LAFD pic.twitter.com/fBIdrbUMZa

— LAX Airport (@flyLAXairport) August 19, 2022

Earth’s shifting magnetic field affects airports, including runway names. For #NationalAviationDay learn how airports use our World Magnetic Model as a guide. https://t.co/RQTzJy1jUB @CIRESnews pic.twitter.com/X72JvJrY2Z

— NOAA NCEI (@NOAANCEI) August 19, 2022

Today is #NationalAviationDay 🛩 ! This 1946 #postcard, preserved by The State #Archives, depicts Capital City Airport in New Cumberland, Pa. Discover more 👉 https://t.co/ZfiZxCWVNM pic.twitter.com/5ayXoEP3M6

— PA Historical & Museum Commission (@PHMC) August 19, 2022

Happy #NationalAviationDay from Oakland International Airport! Today, we celebrate our industry and its rich history. #FlyTheEastBayWay #oakland #bayarea #aviation #history #aviationhistory pic.twitter.com/Hf3oCiOSFw

— Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) (@IFlyOAKland) August 19, 2022

On #NationalAviationDay, we look back at Worcester Regional Airport's history. Let us know if you recognize anyone in this flashback. pic.twitter.com/oEQyzuCGsO

— Worcester Airport (@FlyWorcester) August 19, 2022

From our early beginnings to becoming the first 5-star airport in North America, thank you for making us part of your journey ✈️ Today and everyday let's celebrate #NationalAviationDay! pic.twitter.com/krLXckIVKi

— Hobby Airport (@HobbyAirport) August 19, 2022

Here's a photo of the original SJC staff in 1948. We wish we could've seen their faces when the first commercial airline landed at SJC in 1949 – it was filled with thousands of baby chickens! [1/2]#didyouknow #aviation #nationalaviationweek pic.twitter.com/ikTSkRIJv1

— San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) (@FlySJC) August 20, 2022