[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 65 (Thursday, April 30, 2009)]
[Senate]
[Page S4960]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ASTRONAUTICS CORPORATION OF AMERICA

 Mr. KOHL. Mr. President, today I acknowledge the outstanding 
achievements of the Astronautics Corporation of America which will be 
celebrating its 50th anniversary in Milwaukee on May 31, 2009. I want 
to share a bit of background with my colleagues about the Astronautics 
Corporation and recognize their vital contribution to Milwaukee and the 
Nation.
  The Astronautics Corporation of America was established in 1959 when 
Nate Zelazo and a small team of experienced engineers started their own 
company devoted to advanced technology in the aerospace field. Since 
then, the company has become a trailblazer in developing and 
manufacturing military and commercial electronics. Their products are 
used throughout the world in a wide range of sea, ground, and aerospace 
applications. Today, more than 100,000 aircraft use Astronautics flight 
instruments, displays, computers, and components. The company keeps 
jobs in Wisconsin while building technology systems that keep our 
service men and women safe.
  It is with great pride that I wish the Astronautics Corporation of 
America congratulations on their 50th anniversary and continued success 
as innovators.

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