Sabiha Gökçen received the "Jeweled Medal" from the Turkish Aeronautical Association in 1937.
In 1937, on the completion of her remarkable service during military operations, Sabiha Gökçen was awarded the Turkish Aeronautical Association's "Jeweled Medal", the first woman to receive such an honour. This accolade acknowledged her outstanding contributions to aviation and her exceptional performance during combat missions, securing her legacy as a pioneer in aviation and fostering broader recognition of women's capabilities in demanding fields previously closed to them.