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Mark Baker Announces Retirement From AOPA to Staff

The natural succession plan will take up to two years as the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association looks for a new leader.

Julie Boatman
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Mark Baker joined AOPA in 2013 as its fifth president. [Courtesy of AOPA]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Mark Baker, who has led the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) for over 10 years, has announced his plan to retire.
  • The announcement was informal, and his retirement will not take effect immediately as he will assist in finding his successor.
  • Baker joined AOPA in 2013 as its fifth president and CEO.
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Mark Baker, head of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association for more than 10 years, has announced to the AOPA team his plans to retire.

The news came Tuesday in an informal meeting with staff. There is no official announcement—and Baker’s retirement won’t take effect right away.

Julie Boatman

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