[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 147 (Tuesday, September 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E825]
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                    HONORING NATIONAL AEROSPACE WEEK

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                             HON. RON ESTES

                               of kansas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 12, 2023

  Mr. ESTES. Mr. Speaker, the United States has long been a global 
pioneer in aviation, defense and space, and the aerospace industry and 
workforce have made innumerable contributions to our country and the 
world.
  I proudly represent Wichita, Kansas--the Air Capital of the World. 
For more than a century, Wichita has been a leader in aerospace 
innovation and manufacturing. In 1928, just 25 years after the Wright 
Brothers' first flight, Wichita was already home to 16 airplane 
manufacturers, 6 engine factories and numerous suppliers.
  Today, Wichita is home to world-class research, engineering, 
manufacturing, and maintenance capabilities.
  But aerospace is not just in Kansas--the industry supports jobs in 
all 50 states. Across the country, aerospace--and the people who power 
it--provides a critical foundation that supports our Nation's economy 
and national security.
  That's why I relaunched the House Aerospace Caucus this year. With my 
co-chair Rep. Salud Carbajal, we're committed to maintaining America's 
global leadership in aerospace by supporting the industry and working 
to address the legislative issues impacting it.
  This National Aerospace Week, I want to recognize and celebrate the 
American aviation, defense and space industries and thank the 
hardworking men and women powering this industry.

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