[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 147 (Tuesday, September 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E825]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING NATIONAL AEROSPACE WEEK

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                         HON. SALUD O. CARBAJAL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 12, 2023

  Mr. CARBAJAL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize National 
Aerospace Week. I am proud to Co-Chair the House Aerospace Caucus and 
to represent the robust aerospace industry on California's Central 
Coast, which ranges from civilian and military to airplanes and space 
launches.
  The American aerospace industry has moved, connected, secured, and 
inspired the modem world with countless technologies that play a role 
in our daily lives. The aerospace industry has grown tremendously over 
the last 120 years going from the Wright brothers' first flight to deep 
space exploration.
  Whether you are traveling by plane or using GPS to navigate--we all 
rely on the aerospace industry daily. Achievements in aerospace are 
some of humankind's most notable, including the moon landing and the 
first transatlantic flight. Success stories like these inspire the next 
generation who will continue to innovate and propel the American 
aerospace industry forward.
  The United States has been a leader in aerospace since the beginning 
of the industry and this is only possible because of the American 
people's public investment and willingness to participate in this 
critical workforce. From air traffic controllers, airline gate agents, 
and pilots to engineers, technicians, and everyone else in between--
this diverse workforce allows the United States to maintain leadership.

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