Sustained Service Award
The Sustained Service Award is presented to recognize sustained, significant service and contributions to AIAA by members of the Institute. The nominee/recipient must be a member in good standing who has shown continuing dedication to the interests of the Institute by making significant and sustained contributions over a period of years. Up to 20 awards are presented each year.
A nomination form and scoresheet documenting AIAA participation and contributions are required. Nominees for the award must score a minimum of 100 points on the Score Sheet. Nomination Deadline: 1 July
- Full Name: Dr John L Whitesides
- AIAA Citation: Honored for 39 years of sustained service to the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, John Whitesides has provided leadership education at the Section, Regional, and National level to this worldwide fellowship