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NASA Trailblazer Katherine Johnson Soars Among Aviation Legends in Commemorative “250 Years of Flight” Magazine
The extraordinary life and legacy of NASA icon Katherine Johnson continues to rise to new heights. Now honored among the world’s most groundbreaking aviation heroes, Johnson is featured in the newly released “250 Years of Flight: A Breathtaking Journey from Dirigibles to Space Travel,” a special edition publication from McClatchy Lifestyle Specials. With the feature headlined “Katherine Johnson: The Woman Who Charted the Path to the Stars,” the magazine cements her rightful place beside global luminaries like Leonardo da Vinci, the Wright Brothers, Amelia Earhart, the Tuskegee Airmen, and John Glenn in the pantheon of aviation and aerospace pioneers.
Katherine Johnson Posthumously Honored with Humanitarian of All Mankind Award
In a heartwarming tribute to one of the most unsung heroes of modern history, NASA’s legendary mathematician, Katherine Johnson, has been posthumously awarded the Humanitarian of All Mankind (HOAM) Award. This prestigious accolade, bestowed by the Acknowledging Special Events and Projects (ASEP) organization, underscores Johnson’s indelible contributions to space exploration and aviation safety, as well as her unwavering commitment to education and humanity.

