Honors an aerospace legend with a profound, lifelong connection to the San Antonio region. 

Ideal nominee qualities & achievements: Visionary leadership during pivotal moments in our city's aviation and aerospace history, enduring contributions that strengthened San Antonio's role in civil and military aviation and aerospace, and a lasting legacy that continues to inspire.

This award continues to highlight the foundational stories and accomplishments that define our heritage.

Recognizes an aerospace industry professional who has significantly advanced the San Antonio sector and broader community. 

Ideal nominee qualities & achievements: Demonstrated leadership in industry growth, economic development, workforce transofrmation, innovative partnerships, successful navigation of major transitions (such as base realignment or new technology integration). 

These honorees turn vision into reality, creating jobs, attracting investment, and ensuring San Antonio remains a premier aerospace hub for decades to come.

Celebrate an up-and-coming aerospace student of educator who is actively advancing the sector through instructional leadership and student engagement.

Ideal nominee qualities & achievements: Passionate commitment to STEM education, hands-on mentoring, development or participation in innovative programs (drones, lunar simulation, rocketry, etc.) and clear impact on preparing the next generation for aerospace careers.

This award directly fuels the DHF Pre-K-12 aerospace pathway, turing today's young talent into tomorrow's industry leaders.