The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association leadership and membership both turned out in impressive numbers despite rainy weather for the year’s first regional fly-in at Michael J. Smith Field in Beaufort, N.C., May 20-21. AOPA President Mark Baker brought the top members of the management team from the association’s headquarters at Frederick, Md., for the fly-in and […]
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
First AOPA Fly-In of the year this weekend
The first Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Fly-In of the year will be held May 20-21 in Beaufort, N.C., at Michael J. Smith Field (KMRH). “AOPA Fly-Ins are a great way for our members, pilots, and aspiring pilots to see new places and meet people who share a passion for aviation,” said AOPA Director […]
Video on engine failure released
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Air Safety Institute (ASI) has released a new video aimed at helping pilots prepare for engine failure. Engine Out! From Trouble to Touchdown reviews how to tackle an engine failure in a single-engine aircraft.“Flying is a safe and rewarding activity and an engine failure is very rare, but […]
Elliott Sanders to receive AOPA award
California general aviation advocate Elliott Sanders has been named the 2015 winner of the Laurence P. Sharples Perpetual Award, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s (AOPA) highest honor for individuals. It is presented annually to those who have made the most significant contributions to the advancement of general aviation, which characterized the life of Laurence […]
AOPA Air Safety Institute releases video aimed at collision avoidance
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Air Safety Institute (ASI) has released a new video aimed at informing pilots about how to avoid midair collisions. Collision Avoidance: See, Sense, Separate helps pilots to know when and where most midair collisions occur, as well as steps to reduce the risk, officials note. “While there are […]
AOPA updates logo
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has updated its brand as part of ongoing efforts to build the pilot community, including a new logo and tag line: “Your freedom to fly.” “It’s important for an organization like AOPA not to stagnate,” said Mark Baker, AOPA president. “The world we fly in is changing and we need to […]
New benefits for flying clubs
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has released free scheduling software and other new benefits and tools for flying clubs. The software, available exclusively to AOPA Flying Club Network members, allows clubs to schedule up to six “resources,” such as aircraft and flight instructors. With an unlimited number of users and the capability to process credit […]
AOPA launches Pro Pilot membership
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has introduced Pro Pilot, a new level of membership available exclusively to professional pilots. For $21.99 a month, Pro Pilot provides services and protections to professional pilots whose livelihood depends on maintaining their pilot certificate and medical certification. “AOPA’s Pro Pilot is specifically tailored to the needs of professional pilots,” […]
AOPA AV8RS programs awards scholarships
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association’s (AOPA) AV8RS youth membership program has awarded four scholarships totaling more than $22,000 to teens who are pursuing flight training in high school and college. This year’s scholarship program was funded through the AOPA Foundation, a non-profit organization, and made possible by the Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust. The winners […]