The National Aeronautic Association (NAA), based in Washington, D. C., is the oldest national aviation organization in the United States. As a non-profit association, the NAA is dedicated to advancing the art, sport, and science of aviation in the country.

With thousands of individual, organizational, and corporate members, the NAA encompasses all areas of flight, from skydiving and models to commercial airlines, military aircraft, and spaceflight. One of the key roles of the NAA is to serve as the official record-keeper for United States aviation. The organization's Contest & Records department sets and certifies recognized, official aviation and spaceflight records, often providing observers for record attempts.

Additionally, NAA administers prestigious aviation awards like the Collier Trophy and the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy, selecting winners through its Awards & Events department. Established in 1905 as the Aero Club of America and later incorporated as the NAA in 1922, the association has a rich history and has been supported by influential figures such as the Wright Brothers, Amelia Earhart, and Charles Lindbergh. NAA's mission is to advance aviation and space flight, promote public understanding of their importance, and support education programs