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March 18, 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Washington, DC
2026 Finalists Announced
Aviation Week Network has announced the finalists for the 2026 Program Excellence Awards! These 18 finalists across five categories represent the best of the best in aerospace from around the globe, as selected by their industry peers.
Winners will be revealed and all finalists honored at the Program Excellence Awards ceremony on March 18, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
What’s Next for the 2026 Program Excellence Awards
Here are key dates for this year’s submissions process:
- March 14, 2025: Initial Nominations Deadline ✅
- June 30, 2025: Full Submissions Deadline ✅
- October 27, 2025: Finalists Announced ✅
- March 2026: Program Excellence Awards Dinner, Washington, D.C.
Get Involved
For information about Program Excellence or to learn about becoming a member of theEvaluation Team, contact Mike McClary:[email protected].
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