Origin
The Mike Murphy Cup was conceived and donated by Mike Murphy of Ohio. Mr. Murphy was an aerobatic pioneer and a leader in international aerobatics for many years. The trophy is given each year to the U. S. National Aerobatic Champion as he wished to honor that pilot.
Criteria
Winner of the powered Unlimited category at the United States National Aerobatic Championships who then becomes the reigning
U. S. National Aerobatic Champion.
Procedures
A laser cut plaque is ordered by the Executive Director along with the other trophies for the U. S. Nationals. No name is inscribed.
Presentation
Recipient trophies are funded by IAC and consist of a laser cut plaque with a photograph of the permanent trophy set in the plaque. The master trophy remains on display at the IAC Pavilion in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The plaque is presented at the U. S. National Aerobatic Championships annual awards banquet.
