41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards Dinner – Celebrating Excellence in Aviation!
41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards Dinner – Celebrating Excellence in Aviation!
Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, achievement, and community! Join us on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos, California, for the 41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards and Scholarship Dinner.
This cherished annual event brings together aviation enthusiasts, industry leaders, students, and community members to honor extraordinary individuals who have made remarkable contributions to the world of flight.
🏆 Honoring a Trailblazer: Bonny Simi
This year, we are proud to recognize Bonny Simi, President of Operations at Joby Aviation, as the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Crystal Eagle Award.
Bonny Simi’s career is nothing short of inspiring. A pilot, Olympian, broadcaster, and now a leader in next-generation aviation innovation, Simi represents the passion, dedication, and pioneering spirit that the Crystal Eagle Award celebrates. Her work at Joby Aviation—a company at the forefront of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft—continues to redefine the future of air mobility and sustainable transportation.
By honoring Bonny Simi, we not only celebrate her incredible achievements but also recognize the limitless potential of aviation’s future through innovation and leadership.
🎓 Supporting the Next Generation of Aviators
The Crystal Eagle Awards Dinner is not only an evening of recognition—it’s also a night of giving back. Alongside honoring Bonny Simi, the event will include scholarship presentations to outstanding Northern California aviation students.
These scholarships are awarded to young men and women who show exceptional promise, dedication, and passion for flight. Supporting these students ensures that the legacy of innovation and excellence in aviation continues for generations to come. Every ticket purchased, every sponsorship made, helps nurture these future leaders of the skies.
🍽️ Tickets and Tables
Be part of this memorable night surrounded by aircraft, history, and inspiration inside the stunning Hiller Aviation Museum.
Ticket Options:
• $160 per person – Includes a full-course dinner and museum admission.
• $130 – Sponsor a student seat and support the next generation of aviation professionals.
• $1,200 – Reserve a table for 8, perfect for organizations, aviation groups, or family gatherings.
✨ Reservations are due by November 8, 2025.
Because space is limited, we encourage early reservations to ensure your seat at this prestigious event. Each ticket not only includes access to the museum’s fascinating exhibits but also contributes directly to aviation scholarships and educational programs.
📍 Date & Location
Event: 41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards and Scholarship Dinner
Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (PST)
Location: Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070, United States
Nestled in the heart of the Bay Area, the Hiller Aviation Museum is a venue that embodies the spirit of flight. Guests will dine among historic aircraft and innovative displays while connecting with fellow aviation enthusiasts, professionals, and students.
🌟 A Tradition of Excellence
For over four decades, the Crystal Eagle Awards have recognized individuals whose careers have advanced the art, science, and safety of aviation. Each recipient embodies the same dedication to excellence, leadership, and innovation that drives the aviation community forward.
From legendary test pilots to pioneering engineers, each honoree has left an indelible mark on aviation history. This year’s event continues that proud tradition—highlighting not only achievement but also mentorship and inspiration for future generations.
🛫 A Night to Celebrate Aviation, Community, and Education
This event is open to the public, and all are welcome to join in the celebration of aviation, community, and education. Whether you are a pilot, student, engineer, enthusiast, or simply someone who admires the wonders of flight, the 41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards Dinner promises an evening that uplifts and inspires.
Guests will enjoy an elegant dinner, engaging conversations, and moving moments as scholarship recipients share their dreams and honorees reflect on their journeys. It’s a celebration of everything that makes aviation not just a profession—but a lifelong passion.
🌠 Why You Should Attend
Attending the Crystal Eagle Awards Dinner offers much more than a night of fine dining and recognition—it’s a chance to:
- Celebrate innovation and leadership in aviation
- Support the education and growth of future pilots and aerospace professionals
- Network with leaders, mentors, and peers in the aviation community
- Experience the extraordinary atmosphere of the Hiller Aviation Museum after hours
Every guest plays a role in shaping the future of flight by supporting scholarships and programs that make aviation accessible to all.
✨ Join Us for an Unforgettable Evening
As we gather for the 41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards Dinner, we celebrate not just the accomplishments of one remarkable individual, but the collective spirit of an industry that continues to inspire and evolve.
From the earliest pioneers to today’s innovators like Bonny Simi, aviation has always been about courage, curiosity, and community. This event embodies those values—connecting generations of dreamers and doers who look to the skies and see endless possibilities.
Make your reservation, bring your friends, and be part of an evening that honors the past, celebrates the present, and invests in the future of aviation.
41st Annual Crystal Eagle Awards and Scholarship Dinner
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (PST)
📍 Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd, San Carlos, CA 94070
💻 Reservations due by November 8, 2025
Join us for an inspiring night where aviation, education, and excellence take flight! ✈️
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