Named after Clarence “Kelly” Johnson, the lead engineer and designer of Lockheed Skunk Works, the Kelly Johnson Award is awarded to individuals, teams, or projects in recognition of outstanding achievement in the field of flight test engineering. The award is given annually by the Society of Flight Test Engineers.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
AWARDS-Trophies
Physical Description
Silver, stylized aircraft on acrylic arch on black marble base on walnut base with brass plaques.
Dimensions
3-D: 62.9 × 61 × 81.3cm, 20.4kg (24 3/4 × 24 × 32 in., 45lb.)
Materials
wood, silver plated metal, acrylic
Inventory Number
A19830265000
Credit Line
Donated by the Society of Flight Test Engineers
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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