Institute of Aviation Photographic File, 1915-2014

Established as the Institute of Aeronautics in 1945,¹ the Institute of Aviation is responsible for fostering and correlating education and research activities related to aviation in all parts of the University.² The Director administers the Institute and the University Airport.³ Opened in 1945, the University-Willard Airport provides commercial service, research and education facilities and private service.⁴

1. Board of Trustees Transactions, 43rd Report, February 24, 1945, p. 376-80.

2. University of Illinois Statutes, June, 1958, p. 28.

3. University of Illinois Statutes, June, 1958, p. 28.

4. Board of Trustees Transactions, 43rd Report, February 24, 1945, p. 376-80.