Presidential Rank Award for Distinguished Senior Professional
Awarded to Dr. Heinz Erzberger for scientific and engineering excellence, and for impeccable technical leadership leading to development of a new air traffic control (ATC) technology that bridges the traditional manual approach and computer-assisted ATC. Dr. Erzberger received the highest honor in this Rank Award category, which is for leaders, professionals, and scientists who achieve results and consistently demonstrate strength, integrity, industry, and a relentless commitment to excellence in public service. Rank Award nominations are evaluated by boards of private citizens and approved by the President.