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AOPA is the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association of South Africa. It is a member of US based AOPA International, the largest aviation organisation in the world with 450 000 members. Its vision is the promotion and protection of general aviation. Its functions include governmental advocacy and negotiation, public awareness campaigns, education, collective bargaining and safety awareness. What do you get for your money? As a member you will receive representation and participation in the effort to render general aviation economical and safe in South Africa. You will receive a year's subscription to World Airnews Magazine, the official mouthpiece of AOPA. Donor Members will also receive a year's subscription to AOPA Pilot magazine. All members receive a personalised Crew Card identifying the bearer . Other benefits include access to special portals on the forum where AOPA related discussions take place and will allow you to electronically have your say in this great hobby/career that is flying. You will also have access to legal opinions from management members with legal background. Other initiatives include lodge & restaurant rebates. How much does it cost? You may choose from 4 types of membership:
Student: R100 per annum (restricted to student pilots)
Full member: R350-00 per annum.
Donor member: R1000 per annum. Includes IAOPA membership and subscription to AOPA Pilot magazine.
Platinum: R2000 or more voluntary sponsorship. How do I apply? Select your category of membership (see above) and deposit the fee into the account: AOPA, ABSA Brooklyn, 20163909 using your name as reference. Then fax the proof to 0866340322 or e-mail to admin@aopa.co.za Click here and follow the instructions. Click here to take AOPA's safety courses. It is for free and will make you a better pilot. :
Click here and follow the instructions. Click here to take AOPA's safety courses. It is for free and will make you a better pilot. |

