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Proclamation 9973

Wright Brothers Day, 2019

This proclamation designates December 17, 2019, as Wright Brothers Day to commemorate the 116th anniversary of the first powered flight. It honors aviation's contributions to national security and prosperity, references ongoing aerospace innovation efforts, and calls for appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 84 FR 69617

Impact dates

  1. Wright Brothers Day observance

Key directives

  • Invite people of the United States to observe December 17 with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • December 17, 2019 designated as Wright Brothers Day
  • Public invited to observe with ceremonies and activities

Near term (90d)

—

Long term

—

Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 9973: Wright Brothers Day, 2019 · Executive Orders