Aviation Organizations
There are several
aviation organizations that a pilot can be a part of; such as AOPA, ALPA, EAA,
etc. Being a part of any of theses organization can be beneficial to any pilot
in many ways. For instance getting to know the members of the organization your
involved in can lead to networking through out the aviation industry and as
well as getting informed about aviation current events since most of the
aviation organizations offer magazines that discuss everything involved in the
aviation world. Being a member of at least one of theses organizations is
really worth it.
AOPA- Aircraft
Owners and Pilots Association was
established in 1939. From the start,
since it has fought to protect the freedom to fly while keeping general
aviation safe, fun, and affordable, and there are more than 400,000 AOPA
members.
AOPA
offers its members a diverse community that is committed to offer Initiative, Teamwork, Service, Integrity,
and Excellence
ALPA-Air Line Pilots Association was established in 1931. ALPA is more
important to the pilots involved or wants to be involved in the airlines
industry and its also considered one of the largest pilot unions in the world.
The organization serves as the strong voice for airline pilots. ALPA offers its
members three critical services; Airline Safety and Security, Representation, and Advocacy.
Sources:
Air Line Pilots Association,
International. (n.d.). Retrieved April 13, 2015, from
http://www.alpa.org/AboutALPA/tabid/1740/Default.aspx
Mission and History of AOPA. (n.d.).
Retrieved April 13, 2015, from
http://www.aopa.org/About-AOPA/Governance/Mission-and-History-of-AOPA
Aviation Organizations. (n.d.).
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