Aviation Organizations

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.). Retrieved April 13, 2015, from http://www.thirtythousandfeet.com/organ.htm