Contact: Dan Hubbard, 202-431-5970, dhubbard@nbaa.org
Washington, DC, Oct. 16, 2024 – The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) will present its prestigious 2024 Clifford Henderson Trophy to MedAire for its commitment to advancing aviation safety during the National Business Aviation Association’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas.
MedAire founder Joan Sullivan Garrett and its CEO Bill Dolny – both visionary leaders who have propelled the company and aviation safety to new heights – will accept the award on behalf of MedAire during the NBAA-BACE Coffee Social.
MedAire delivers on-demand medical support for in-flight emergencies and comprehensive health and security assistance solutions. Established in 1960 and named after aviation advocate Clifford W. Henderson, the Clifford Henderson Trophy is presented by the NAA annually to individuals, groups or organizations whose vision, leadership or skill made a significant and lasting contribution to the advancement of aviation and aerospace.
Media wishing to cover the event – including for questions, photos or video – can RSVP with Amanda Jada (amanda.jada@fleishman.com).
WHO:
- MedAire Founder Joan Sullivan Garrett and CEO Bill Dolny
- National Aeronautic Association (NAA) President and CEO Amy Spowart
- National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) President and CEO Ed Bolen
- NBAA-BACE attendees
WHAT: An award ceremony during which the NAA will present the 2024 Henderson Trophy to MedAire.
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. (PDT)
WHERE: NBAA’s Booth (No. 467) at the NBAA-BACE Coffee Social on the exhibit floor
CONTACT: Mike Schmidt; 202-538-4945, mike.schmidt@fleishman.com; Amanda Jada; 813-808-0736, amanda.jada@fleishman.com
EDITOR’S NOTES:
NBAA will provide members of the media with a parking pass, if needed. Parking for the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center is located in the Silver Lot and parking is available at Henderson Executive Airport.
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Founded in 1947 and based in Washington, DC, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive and successful. The association represents more than 10,000 company and professional members and provides more than 100 products and services to the business aviation community, including the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the world’s largest civil aviation trade show. Learn more about NBAA at nbaa.org.
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