International Air & Space Hall of Fame Gala

The San Diego Air & Space Museum celebrates aviation and space exploration’s greatest pioneers at its annual International Air & Space Hall of Fame Gala.

The Class of 2026 includes aerospace executive Dr. Mark Albrecht, aviation entrepreneur Doug Matthews, NASA test pilot Robert Rivers, pioneering aviator Nell “Mickey” Stevenson Bright, air show industry leader John Cudahy, and Omega Watches, whose Speedmaster chronographs accompanied all six lunar landings. The evening will also honor Buzz Aldrin, Clay Lacy, Seymour “Si” Robin, and Royce Williams with the Aviation Sword of Excellence. Proceeds benefit the museum’s nationally recognized youth education programs, inspiring future generations through hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics experiences.