American Fighter Aces

Established in 1960

Preserving the distinguished heritage of the American Combat Fighter Ace.

The American Fighter Aces Association was founded in 1960 to recognize the over 1,450 combat pilots from World War I to the present that achieved the status of American Fighter Ace by destroying five or more hostile aircraft in air-to-air combat.

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Recent News & Events

Jan162021

2021 Reunion – August 19-22

News

The 2021 AFAA Reunion is scheduled for August 19-22 in Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX, at the DFW Airport Marriott South. Activities include a tour of the Cavanaugh Museum of Flight, Aces…

Jul252020

Due to the pandemic, American Fighter Aces Association scholarships are temporarily on hold

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Each year, the American Fighter Aces Association (AFAA) awards scholarships to outstanding students in or entering college. Any undergraduate college student or high school senior enrolled in an accredited…

Jul252020

American Fighter Aces Association 2019 Reunion in San Antonio honored Aces

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Aces, Friends of the Aces and supporters enjoyed our annual reunion, October 3-6, 2019, convened to honor our American Fighter Aces. Where: Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk 111 E Pecan…