LOUISIANA AVIATION HALL OF FAME
The Louisiana Aviation Hall of Fame, housed in the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum located in Monroe, Louisiana, was established by the Louisiana State Legislature to memorialize and honor individuals and groups that have made extraordinary contributions to Louisiana’s abundant aeronautical history. The Hall of Fame is overseen by an eleven-member Executive Board that represents all regions of the State of Louisiana.
The inductees represent over a century of Louisiana’s aviation history. The Louisiana Aviation Hall of Fame seeks to honor these individuals and ensure that their contributions are memorialized and remembered.
2025 INDUCTEES
The Louisiana Aviation Hall of Fame board is proud to announce its 2025 Inductees:
Marion Cole
Jimmy Fordham
Bill Fornof
Lyle Panepinto
C.E. Woolman
An induction ceremony will be held in Alexandria, Louisiana, September 20th, 2025. Check back soon for ticket information.
2024 INDUCTEES
Louisiana Aviation Hall of Fame is proud of its inaugural induction class. They were inducted on May 4th, 2024, at a ceremony in Monroe, LA.
Lt. Gen. Claire L. Chennault
John W. Fornof
Merle B. Gustafson
Charlie L. Hammonds
Scott R. Tibbs
James R. Wedell
Walter Wedell
Harry P. Williams
NOMINATE FOR THE HALL OF FAME
Please nominate an aviator or organization that falls into one of the following categories.
NATIVE LOUISIANIANS AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELPED TO SHAPE THE HISTORY OF AVIATION AND SPACE FLIGHT
NON-NATIVE LOUISIANIANS WHO MADE SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS FOR OR WHILE LIVING IN LOUISIANA
FAMOUS LOUISIANA AVIATORS
VISIT US
Admission is always free!
The Chennault Aviation & Military Museum is located at: 701 Kansas Lane | Monroe, Louisiana (at the entrance to Monroe Regional Airport).
ACCESSIBILITY:
The museum is FULLY accessible to all visitors, and a limited amount of wheelchairs are provided for use in the museum at no charge.
MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP HOURS:
Tuesday - Saturday | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES:
Thanksgiving Day | Christmas Day | New Year’s Day