Organized in 1985, the Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame, Inc. (WAHF) is the result of an idea by Carl Guell. Formerly employed by the Wisconsin Aeronautics Commission (now the Department of Transportation, Bureau of Aeronautics), Guell began collecting the state's aviation history. Encouraged by the wealth of information he discovered through interviews and research, Guell incorporated the WAHF. The organization made its first induction of three Wisconsin aviation notables less than a year later. The volunteer organization continues to grow and depends on member supporters to achieve its mission and goals. In its short history, WAHF has recognized over 70 individuals, published an award-winning aviation history book (3800 copies were given to state libraries) and provides significant scholarship opportunities to the state's top aviation students. The Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame is listed as a 501(c)(3) organization for donation and tax purposes. | 
| Membership -- join our organization and help preserve Wisconsin's rich aviation history. |
| Events -- presentations, displays and more. Check out our next destination and plan to attend. |
| In the News -- read more about the activities that keeps the Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame and its members in the news. | | | Induction Ceremonies -- beginning in 1986, our annual induction ceremony has evolved from a small dinner and recognition event to a multifaceted gala, including a multimedia presentation recounting inductees' lives. |
| Merchandise -- check out these Wisconsin aviation history materials that include books, posters, hats, pins and more. | | Archives / Collections -- our archives and collections continue to grow. Follow these links to learn more about the materials we have and how to donate. |
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The Wisconsin Aviation Hall of Fame's annual membership meeting was held October 17, 2009. Board elections were conducted after reports on the organization and its financial status. Keith Glasshof (Eau Claire) retired from the board after 17 years of service to the organization. Glasshof served concurrently as president for two years. Rich Fischler (Oconomowoc) was elected to the board of directors. Fischler is a longtime supporter of WAHF who first joined the organization in 2003. He upgraded to a life membership in 2007. . . . . . . . . . . Tom Poberezny -
2007 Wisconsin Distinguished Aviator EAA President and 1996 WAHF inductee Tom Poberezny was named 2007 Wisconsin Distinguished Aviator Award recently in La Crosse. The full story 
(l to r) Ron Schmal, air show director; Gen. Al Wilkening; Astronaut Mark Lee; Tom Poberezny; and Hamid Quraishi, award chairman for the Deke Slayton Airfest
(photo by HG Frautschy)
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