USUA Aviation Awards
Awarding Two Decades of Achievements
The ultralight community has its own unique place in the world of aviation. With community-based awards and symbols of
accomplishment, USUA recognizes individuals and organizations for outstanding achievement and positive contributions to the
sport. The Annual Ultralight Aviation Awards are presented by the United States Ultralight Association to honor those who
have served the cause of air sports in general and ultralight aviation in particular, either through their work, initiative,
devotion, or accomplishments. Our sport's most prestigious awards are presented at the Ultralight Awards Ceremonies during
the USUA Annual Meeting.Through their annual dues, USUA members support the organization's
various programs, including the ultralight awards.
Moody Award
The John Moody Award was established in 1991 and is named in honor of "The Father of Ultralights," Mr. John Moody. In
1976, Moody was the first person to offer a complete ultralight kit that included both the engine and airframe. His
accomplishment was the start of a new industry. The Moody Award is ultralight aviation's highest and most prestigious
award. It is presented to an individual, group or organization that, by their efforts over a period of years, have made
significant contributions or advancements of enduring value in the sport of ultralight aviation in the United States.
| Previous Recipients |
1992 Dennis Pagen
1993 Chuck Slusarczyk
1994 Dr. Henry O. Malone
1995 John Ballantyne
1996 Boris Popov
1997 Vince Vitollo
1998 Ultralight Flying!
1999 Dan Johnson
2000 Homer Kolb
2001 Tom Peghiny
2002 Wayne Ison
2003 Jack McCornack
2004 Phil Lockwood
2005 Dave Goulet
2006 Rainbow Aviation
2007 Vernon Peckham
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Worthington Cup
The Worthington Cup was established in 1988 to encourage individual achievement in powered ultralight flight. It is
awarded annually for the longest open distance flight of over 200 statute miles in a Part 103 powered ultralight. The Cup
is named after George Worthington who set numerous world records in both powered and unpowered ultralights during the late
70's and early 80's. A new record must exceed the previous record by 1% for distance. For rules, an application, and
declaration forms, refer to Worthington Cup Overview
(PDF).
Previous Recipients:
- 1991 Jon Jacobs (237 miles Team Mini Max)
- 1992 John Chapman (275 miles Mitchell Wing A-10)
- 2000 Jon Jacobs (300 miles Mitchell Wing A10)
USUA Commendations
The Ultralight Commendation recognizes those individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to the
promotion, development and safety of powered ultralight aviation in the United States. It also recognizes their outstanding
service to USUA and the ultralight community for activity on the national, regional, or local levels. Previous Recipients:
- 1992 William McClung, Ultralight Flying! Magazine
- 1993 Larry Johnson and Ray Kayea: Sport Aviation Insurance, James Stephenson
- 1994 Tracy Knauss, Dan Johnson, Carla and Phil Larsh, Walter Colby, H.O. Malone
- 1995 Carla Nusbaum, Vernon Peckham Frank Beagle, Anthony Romanazzi, AVEMCO, IMC
- 1996 David Hempy, Robert Comperini, Chuck Goodrum
- 1997 Anthony Romanazzi, Barry Allen, William Lishman, Thomas Blyth, Bill Leidenroth, Philippe Leroy, John Fletcher
- 1998 Jack McCornack, John (Oly) Olson, Russell Brown: Questair, Malcolm Jones: Wallaby Ranch, Lyndon J Thomas
- 1999 John Thornburg, Walter Colby
- 2000 Mike Michalski
USUA Meritorious Service Award
The USUA Meritorious Service Award recognizes those who have demonstrated an exceptional level of service to the direct
benefit of USUA.
Previous Recipients:
- 1996 Tennessee Engineering And Manufacturing
- 1997 Flightstar
- 2000 Gary Budzier
- 2003 Bob Comperini
- 2004 Tony Anderson
- 2005 Shawn Okun
USUA Volunteer Of The Year Award
Recognizing the USUA member whose volunteer service has contributed to the direct benefit of USUA.
Previous Recipients:
- 2003 Dave Hempy
- 2004 Mike Plotnick
- 2005 Jerry Rosie
- 2007 Ted Bryant
USUA Regional Representative Of The Year
This award recognizes a USUA Regional Representative for personal dedication and service to USUA and American ultralight
aviation during the preceding 12 months. His or her dedication and service to the sport of ultralight flying, "Safety Through
Education" and the "Fly for Fun" spirit of USUA, is a credit to them and the ultralight community.
The Regional Representative of the Year is chosen by his or her colleagues during the USUA annual meeting. The previous
year's award winner normally presents the award during the awards ceremonies.
Previous Recipients:
- 1992* Jim Stephenson - Great Lakes Region
- 1993* Debra Cresap - Pacific Northwest Region
- 1994 Reggie Deloach- Mid South Region
- 1995 Wayne Kunze - Far West Region
- 1996 Lindy Linderman - Mid South Region
- 1997 Walter Colby - Northeast Region
- 1998 Ray Abbruzzese - Midwest Region
- 1999 Debra Cresap - Pacific Northwest Region
- 2000 John Fletcher - Far West Region
- 2002 Lew Clement - Mid Atlantic Region
- 2003 John Fletcher - Far West Region
- 2004 Bob Chase - Far West Region
- 2005 Paul Wells - South Central Region
(*Called Commendation at the time)
USUA Club of the YearThis award recognizes a USUA Club for overall excellence in programs and activities for
beginners and novices; site procurement, development and retention; promotion of safety; membership development; and
meetings or other special programs and activities. Previous Recipients:
- 1991 - USUA Club #007, The Alamo Air Force
- 1992 - USUA Club 046 Green County Ultralight Club #46, Tulsa Oklahoma
- 1993 - USUA Club #024 San Diego Ultralight Association, San Diego Ca
- 1994 - USUA Club 074 Light Aircraft Flyers Assn, Miami FL
- 1995 - USUA Club 960 The Georgia Sport Flyers Assn, Marietta GA
- 1996 - USUA Club 582 The Gulf Coast Recreational Pilots, Lucedale MS
- 1997 - 25 Winners- All had been USUA Clubs for 10 years:
- Ultralight Flying Club #1, Virginia (USUA Club 1)
- 2nd Jersey Ultralight Flyers Org., New Jersey (USUA Club 2)
- Liberty Field Ultralight Flyers, California (USUA Club 3)
- Capital Area Light Flyers, Maryland (USUA Club 4)
- Ultralight Squadron of America, California (USUA Club 5)
- Southeastern Virginia Ultralight Flyers, Virginia (USUA Club 6)
- Alamo Air Force, Michigan (USUA Club7)
- Houston Area Light Flyers, Texas (USUA Club 11)
- Free Wings of Denver, Colorado (USUA Club 12)
- Fox Valley Flying Club, Inc., Illinois (USUA Club 14)
- UFO (Ultralight Flying Organization) of New York, New York (USUA Club 16)
- Mason Dixon Sport Flyers, Pennsylvania (USUA Club 20)
- Ramapo Valley Ultralight Club, New York (USUA Club 22)
- Jersey Shore Ultralights, New Jersey (USUA Club 23)
- San Diego Ultralight Association, California (USUA Club 24)
- Plum Island Ultralight Flyers Club, Massachusetts (USUA Club 25)
- Florida Flying Gators Ultralight Association, Inc., Florida (USUA Club 31)
- White Pine Ultralight Flying Club, Nevada (USUA Club 34)
- The Gateway Area Ultralight Association, Missouri (USUA Club 38)
- Heart of Illinois Ultralight Club, Illinois (USUA Club 39)
- Top Fun Flyers, Idaho (USUA Club 45)
- Turlock Ultralite Flyers Association, California (USUA Club 70)
- Fun Flight Flying Club Inc., Virginia (USUA Club 75)
- South Coast Ultralight Aircraft Association. California (USUA Club 99)
- Michigan Ultralight Association, Michigan (USUA Club 357)
- 2003 - USUA Club 960, Georgia Sport Flyers Assoc. Inc., Marietta GA
- 2004 - USUA Club #201, The Millennium Flyers
- 2005 - USUA Club #357, Michigan Ultralight Association, Flushing Michigan
- 2007 - USUA Club #203, Canyon Country Ultralight Club, Wellsboro, PA
USUA Ultralight Industry Award
Recognizing the manufacturer, business or corporation who has demonstrated an exceptional level of service
to the ultralight community, as well as the local community in which it operates. Previous Recipients:
- 1994 - TEAM Aircraft
- 1995 - Quicksilver
- 1996 - Buckeye Industries
- 1997 - BRS
- 1998 - Flightstar
- 2003 - Powrachute Corporation
- 2004 - Powrachute Corporation
- 2005 - Kemmeries Aviation
USUA Communication Award
Recognizing media or communicator who has demonstrated an exceptional level of service to the ultralight community.
Previous Recipients:
- 1997 - Mother Earth News
- 2003 - Adventure Productions
- 2004 - Ultraflight Radio
- 2005 - Ultraflight Radio
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