CA SR77

Designates February 24-26, 2020 as California Aerospace and Aviation Days to recognize the aerospace and aviation industries' contributions to the state.

Recognizes commercial aviation's $171.2 billion economic impact and 1.1 million jobs in California, with general aviation contributing an additional $30.2 billion.

Acknowledges California's aerospace industry directly employs 95,090 people, supports 258,900 related jobs, and generates $3.5 billion in annual state and local tax revenues.

Highlights California's leadership in aerospace innovation including NASA facilities, Air Force bases, and achievements in Mars landings, space shuttles, stealth bombers, and GPS development.

Forecasts California will lead the nation in unmanned aircraft systems integration with potential for 18,000 jobs and $14 billion in economic impact within the first decade.