MELBA IRIS HARRIS
An educator, pilot and youth motivator. Spent two decades as public elementary grade teacher in Fort Payne, Alabama. Developed “Fantastic Flight”’ a unique aviation awareness program designed especially to stimulate and inspire elementary students. This unique dimension to student awareness has made Alabama a pioneer in early childhood aerospace education. Became internationally recognized for her aerospace education efforts. Her “Aerospace Curriculum Guide” published in 1988 has earned many commendations and awards including “National Aerospace Educator of the Year,” “Crista McCauliff Fellowship” and “FAA National Award for Excellence in Education.”
Inducted Into Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame 1991
Inducted Into Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame 1991
