Innovations in Flight Day 2025 - Aircraft Application

All potential participants must complete this form in its entirety, including indicating how their aircraft fit into the theme of innovation.

Please note that due to this year's WWII warbird presence, fewer GA aircraft will be accepted than in previous years. Filling out this application does not guarantee attendance at the event.

Information collected through this form is used to complete an application to participate in the National Air and Space Museum’s Innovations in Flight Day on June 14, 2025, and is used only to evaluate the applicant’s aircraft for participation. Information submitted is not shared with other entities.

The application will close on April 17, 2025. Accepted aircraft will be notified by April 28, 2025.

Any questions can be directed to Shannon Baldioli at BaldioliSM@si.edu.

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* 1. By clicking below, you consent to the National Air and Space Museum collecting your information.

I consent.

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* 2. If accepted, I give permission to the National Air and Space Museum to use a picture of my aircraft and the text description provided above on the National Air and Space Museum website and in any other promotional materials related to the Innovations in Flight Day event (present or future).

I grant permission

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* 3. I have read and understand the following: I verify that I am at least 18 years of age and have full authority to submit the above aircraft for this event. If accepted, I will complete required paperwork and submit a photo of my aircraft.

I understand

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* 4. Participant Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Address *

City/Town *

State/Province *

ZIP/Postal Code *

Country

Email Address *

Phone Number *

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* 5. Aircraft Information

N Number

Make

Model

Year

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* 6. Aircraft Type

Prop Airplane

Jet

Helicopter

Gyrocopter

Other (please specify)

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* 7. Aircraft Classification (select one)

Standard

Experimental (you must meet requirements to fly into Class B Airspace)

Light Sport

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Please answer the following:

Approach Speed (knots)

Landing Speed (knots)

Cruising Speed (knots)

Wingspan (feet)

Length (feet)

Blade diameter (inches)

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* 9. Check if any of these apply to your aircraft

NORDO

No Transponder

Flying in as part of a flight of more than one aircraft

IFR Capable

None of the above

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* 10. Does your aircraft have special needs?

GPU (Ground Power Unit) 12v/24v

Airstairs

Oxygen

Nitrogen

No special needs

Other (please specify)

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* 11. If accepted, will you require overnight parking at a Dulles FBO on either or both of these nights? (Landing fees and parking fees are waived for this event.)

I do not require overnight parking

Friday night only

Saturday night only

Friday and Saturday night

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* 12. Please Note: Dulles Airport is within the boundary of the Washington DC SFRA and the Dulles Class B. All aircraft MUST file an SFRA flight plan. If you are accepted to this event and need to make special arrangements with the FAA to attend this event please make sure you do so well in advance. (NORDO/flight of two, etc.). *

I understand.

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* 13. This year we are pairing Innovations in Flight with our Soar Together family program to talk about the past, present, and future of aviation. With that in mind, please tell us what makes your aircraft innovative (for its time).

For example: The Diamond DA20 series is made out of glass and carbon fiber composites rather than the traditional aluminum airframe, increasing both safety and aerodynamics. The aircraft also has the ability to use jet fuel in its piston engines, making it more cost effective and energy efficient.

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* 14. Please describe any awards won, records set, special recognition or other interesting facts about your aircraft.

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* 15. Will this aircraft be open for visitors to view the interior?

Yes

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* 16. Please list the number of individuals that will be attending the event if this aircraft is accepted. Please note that each individual that is attending as part of your party, regardless of whether they arrive with your aircraft or in a vehicle, will have to fill out a photo release form before the day of the event.

If you have questions or require additional information please email nasmflyin@si.edu. We will respond within one week.