Celebrating over 100 Years

Honoring the Giants of Aerospace & Aviation

We exist to lift up and learn from industry titans, professionals, retirees, students, and enthusiasts. We invite you to join us!  

Honoring legends and driving advancements

The Aero Club of Southern California is a nonprofit organization with a rich history dating back to 1910. We’re proud to stand on the shoulders of giants, and to lift others up as well. 

We offer generous scholarships to high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in aerospace or aviation.

Every year we present the Howard Hughes Memorial Award at our annual gala, honoring exceptional leaders who have advanced the fields of aviation or aerospace technology.  

Our membership is open to anyone with an interest in space and aviation—from research and technology to piloting, education, manufacturing, commercial and military aviation, or simply enthusiasm!

Who are we?

Students & Future Aviators

Students & Future Aviators

We're here to support, encourage, and expose you to the best knowledge and professionals to help launch your career!

Current & Former Aerospace & Aviation Professionals

Current & Former Aerospace & Aviation Professionals

Expand your knowledge as well as your network.

Former Military Aviators

Former Military Aviators

Impart your vast knowledge and surround yourself with people who share your love of aviation.

Aerospace & Aviation Enthusiasts

Aerospace & Aviation Enthusiasts

You'll have a blast building relationships and learning with people just like you!

Perks of Membership

Community

People who genuinely appreciate aerospace and aviation—we are your people. You'll get to meet fellow enthusiasts, network with other professionals, and maybe even meet some celebrities!

Education

We sponsor regular events featuring some of the top movers and shakers in the aerospace and aviation industries. You'll have fun AND you'll get to rub shoulders with these industry influencers.

Experiences

In addition to our annual Howard Hughes Memorial Award Gala and our Scholarship Awards Banquet, we tour fascinating industry locales, including NASA's Dryden Flight Research Center.

Howard Hughes Memorial Award Gala

The Aero Club of Southern California is proud to present two prestigious awards at the 2023 Howard Hughes Memorial Award Gala on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. 

2023 Howard Hughes Memorial Award Recipient: Larry Mendelson, Chairman & CEO of HEICO

Howard Hughes Memorial Discovery Award Recipient: The James Webb Space Telescope Team 

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Howard Hughes Memorial Award

Every year, the Aero Club of Southern California honors exceptional leaders who have advanced the fields of aviation or aerospace technology.  

2023 Howard Hughes Memorial Award Recipient: Larry Mendelson, Chairman & CEO of HEICO

2023 Howard Hughes Memorial Discovery Award Recipient: The James Webb Space Telescope Team 

Aero Club Scholarships

Are you a high school or college/technical student who is passionate about a career in aerospace or aviation studies? If so, we’d love to help support and encourage you on your way! 

Aero Club is always looking for new partners who share our passion for aviation and aerospace. Partners receive exclusive access to Aero Club’s network of aviation and aerospace innovations and individuals.

Aero Club is proud and grateful to be partners with the following organizations:

Lifetime Corporate Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Henry and Paulette Matson

Platinum HTC Sponsors:
– Gary Burdorf
– Frank J. Palminteri

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors