Each year the Royal Aero Club seeks nomionations for its awards from the member organisations. These are presented at a ceremony at the Royal Air Force Club in May. Along with these nominees, certain trophies are presented and the 3Rs is able to honour the winnner of the King's Cup and the British Air Racing Champion by having their respective trophies presented to them by His Royal Highness, Prince Andrew, the Duke of York
ROYAL AERO CLUB CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
Established in 1985 and awarded to those who, while not eligible for a major Royal Aero Club Award, have served the cause of Aviation in general, or Sporting Aviation in particular, by their work, devotion or initiative.
2013
Tim Wassel
Rex Levi
Rex Levi
2014
Mark Turner
2016
Cliff Hawkins
Mike Pearson
Mike Pearson
NORTON-GRIFFITHS CHALLENGE TROPHY
Established in 2008. Intended to recognise adventurous endeavours, this trophy is awarded to aviators undertaking outstanding feats of courage, tenacity and imagination unrelated to traditional sporting events.
2014
David McElroy
Please note that this record is incomplete, and originally derived from teh RAeC's own website. We will endeavour to update it as we find out about other recipients.