Did you know that in 1927, Mr. Claus went to Washington and received his pilot license.
The United States government didn’t begin issuing pilot licenses until 1927. The Air Commerce Act was passed in 1926 requiring everyone that was piloting aircraft to become licensed, and Santa dutifully applied for and received his.
You can find the photographic evidence of it at the Library of Congress.
Santa Claus receives aeroplane pilot’s license from Assistant Secretary of Commerce. Although there may not be sufficient snow for his reindeer sleigh, Santa Claus will still be able to deliver his load of presents on time this Christmas by using the air route. The old saint called at the Commerce Department in Washington today where he is shown receiving an aeroplane pilot’s license from Assistant Secretary of Commerce. for Aeronautics William P. MacCracken, while Clarence M. Young (right) Director of Aeronautics, Department of Commerce, looks on. Airway maps and the assurance that the lights would be burning on the airways Christmas Eve were also given to Santa – Library of Congress
Now we just need to do our part in keeping up the Christmas spirit around here so Santa’s sleigh has enough power to fly. And of course the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Happy Blogmas Day 4!
Rachel F. Jean 
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