AOPA’s Mark Baker held a town hall meeting at the Sun ‘n Fun campus yesterday, announcing the industry organization’s plan to bring more people into flying and keep pilots flying. One of the biggest initiatives on the slate is increasing the number of active flying clubs. Baker referred to flying clubs as “the future of aviation,” and there are currently more than 640 flying clubs in AOPA’s network, including 10 brand new ones added just last year. Baker hopes to increase that number significantly in 2016 with a contest offering up a Reimagined Cessna 150 with an approximate retail value of $68,000 to a startup flying club.
AOPA Promotes Flying Clubs with Airplane Giveaway
Key Takeaways:
- AOPA announced a major initiative to increase pilot participation and retention, focusing on significantly growing the number of flying clubs, which they deem "the future of aviation."
- To encourage the formation of new clubs, AOPA is sponsoring a "Flying Club 150 Giveaway," offering a Reimagined Cessna 150 valued at approximately $68,000 to a startup club.
- Groups interested in forming a new club can apply by September 1, provided they meet specific criteria, including having at least four members, identified officer positions, a flying club insurance quote, and draft bylaws.
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