09/19/2026
Happy ! ✈️
Today, we celebrate the history and innovation of aviation, and the people, relationships, and communities that continue to move the industry forward.
National Aviation Day is observed on August 19 in honor of Orville Wright’s birthday. Established by President Roosevelt in 1939, this day recognizes the pioneering work of the Wright brothers and the continued contributions of those who build, operate, support, and shape the future of aviation.
For me, it also brings back a project I was incredibly honored to be part of: the groundbreaking for Rise Aviation’s newest hangar, by Plyler Construction, at North Texas Regional Airport.
Through my work in business development, external relations, and community engagement, I had the privilege of coordinating behind the scenes with airport and Texas Department of Transportation Aviation leadership, economic development teams across Grayson County and North Texas, chambers of commerce, city leadership and staff, state and local officials, industry organizations, developers, investors, aviation enthusiasts, and community members.
It was a great reminder of what I love most about this work: bringing people together around a shared purpose. 🫶🏼
Events like this involve countless moving pieces—from stakeholder outreach and logistics to media, elected officials, vendors, branding, and all the details guests may never see. Seeing those pieces come together into one cohesive experience is one of my favorite parts of my job.
And sometimes, it’s the little details that make an event feel special. For this project, we incorporated local flavor with a custom coffee cart and branded cups by Motion Coffee; creating a memorable touch while celebrating the community we were gathered in.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to have played a small part in celebrating this next chapter for Rise Aviation, North Texas Regional Airport, and the continued economic growth of Grayson County and North Texas.
Here’s to building relationships, creating opportunities, and helping bring what’s next to life. And here’s to all the people who make flying safe and possible for everyone!
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