National Air and Space Museum Trophy
The National Air and Space Museum Trophy was established in 1985. The trophy presented to the winners is a miniature version of "The Web of Space," a sculpture by artist John Safer. The National Air and Space Museum presents this trophy annually to recognize both past and present achievements involving the management or execution of a scientific or technological project, a distinguished career of service in air and space technology, or a significant contribution in chronicling the history of air and space technology. The trophy was created for the National Air and Space Museum  by John Safer of Washington, D.C., a well-known sculptor and banker. John Safer retired as chief executive officer of D.C. National Bank. Recipients for Current Achievement. <nowiki>*</nowiki> In observance of the many centennial of flight celebrations in 2003, the museum did not award Trophies for that year. <nowiki>**</nowiki> In 2009, there was no award for Current Achievement and two Lifetime Achievement Trophies were awarded.