FLYB6JETS From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 5 hours ago) and read 2238 times:
Just wondered if anyone on a.net is a member of AOPA. I am thinking about joining and I was just wondering if it was a good investment. Any info is appreciated. Thanks!
Glydrflyr From United States of America, joined Jan 2005, 207 posts, RR: 0 Reply 1, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 5 hours ago) and read 2238 times:
Been a member since 1964. It's worth ever penny of the very reasonable dues, and the magazine is great, too.
KELPkid From United States of America, joined Nov 2005, 5932 posts, RR: 4 Reply 3, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 4 hours ago) and read 2221 times:
"Member since 1997" According to my AOPA card
Worth every cent, IMHO...
The (optional) legal services protection is one of the best benefits of membership, as are the car rental discounts.
I'm just sad that they discontinued the FBO rebate program (when you used your AOPA credit card...)
Celebrating the birth of KELPkidJR on August 5, 2009 :-)
Pilotpip From United States of America, joined Sep 2003, 3082 posts, RR: 12 Reply 5, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 4 hours ago) and read 2216 times:
Me too. GA needs an advocate with all the BS that the airlines like to push blaming the little guys for all the delays. The magazine is pretty good, and I think their Flight Training publication is fantastic.
Jetstar From United States of America, joined May 2003, 1524 posts, RR: 10 Reply 6, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 4 hours ago) and read 2191 times:
Nucsh From United States of America, joined Apr 2004, 238 posts, RR: 0 Reply 7, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 4 hours ago) and read 2185 times:
Member since '06 with many, many years to come.
If landing is about "kissing" the ground, you just about raped it.
FLYB6JETS From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 8, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 4 hours ago) and read 2185 times:
Thanks for the info guys. I'll probably look into getting a membership. I am headed back to OSU in January and I am planning on getting back into flying then. Still have to get a medical though
KBFIspotter From United States of America, joined May 2005, 729 posts, RR: 1 Reply 9, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 4 hours ago) and read 2174 times:
Been a member since 2000... It is well worth every dime it costs
Luv2cattlecall From United States of America, joined Sep 2007, 1648 posts, RR: 2 Reply 10, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 3 hours ago) and read 2146 times:
I thought my Costco membership was the best use of $39/yr until I realised how much the AOPA does for us aviators. Plus Bank of America extended a $20k line of credit for use towards a PPL or any other aviation related expense at a super low APR - worked out quite well since I put what money I was going to use for the PPL into buying VMW when it was at $50!
When you have to breaststroke to your connecting flight...it's a crash!
57AZ From United States of America, joined Nov 2004, 2550 posts, RR: 2 Reply 11, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 3 days 2 hours ago) and read 2125 times:
I'm not, but my parents are and have been for years. My father is also a member of EAA. AOPA is by far the best advocate for general aviation.
"When a man runs on railroads over half of his lifetime he is fit for nothing else-and at times he don't know that."
N53614 From United States of America, joined May 2007, 229 posts, RR: 1 Reply 13, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 18 hours ago) and read 2057 times:
N6168E From United States of America, joined Sep 2007, 45 posts, RR: 0 Reply 14, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 18 hours ago) and read 2033 times:
Been a member since 1966. I know you are convinced, but to the other's out there lurking and are on the edge, sign up! As others have said, it's a great value. Even when money was too tight to keep up active flying, I kept the membership active.
Dtw757 From United States of America, joined Oct 2003, 1415 posts, RR: 2 Reply 15, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 2022 times:
I've been a member since 2000. The AOPA is out there fighting for the general aviation community and they've proven it time and time again.
Greg3322 From United States of America, joined Aug 2004, 192 posts, RR: 0 Reply 16, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 2012 times:
I just received my 20-year membership pin. The magazine alone is enough reason to join. It is well worth it. As others said, the legal plan is a very good value as well.
Rbgso From United States of America, joined Jun 2006, 575 posts, RR: 0 Reply 17, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 2002 times:
Been a member for three years. Very reasonable dues, and their flight planning software is very good. They do a lot of good work regarding aviation safety, and are a great advocate for GA and private pilots. Worth every penny.
CaptSkibi From United States of America, joined May 2004, 150 posts, RR: 0 Reply 18, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 16 hours ago) and read 1991 times:
I agree, AOPA membership is definitely worth every penny, especially if you are a private pilot or any pilot! It's the cheapest thing in aviation other than watching someone else fly!
Private Pilot, Airplane Single Engine Land / DL Gold Elite
Sprout5199 From United States of America, joined Feb 2005, 1779 posts, RR: 2 Reply 20, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 16 hours ago) and read 1984 times:
Member since 2004
Quoting N6168E (Reply 14): Even when money was too tight to keep up active flying, I kept the membership active.
Quoting Rbgso (Reply 17): Very reasonable dues, and their flight planning software is very good
I get both mags(pilot and flight training) so even if I haven't flown in awhile, I can still stay semi-current.
Rwy04lga From United States of America, joined Jul 2005, 2147 posts, RR: 7 Reply 21, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 16 hours ago) and read 1977 times:
Since 1985 and loving it!
The early bird gets the worm, BUT...the second mouse gets the cheese!
CV990A From United States of America, joined Sep 1999, 1391 posts, RR: 0 Reply 22, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 2 days 15 hours ago) and read 1959 times:
Member since 1999- I agree- very reasonable dues and great magazines, both AOPA Pilot and Flight Training. You won't be disappointed in joining.
Bok269 From United States of America, joined May 2007, 2105 posts, RR: 0 Reply 23, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 1 day 3 hours ago) and read 1883 times:
I just got an e-mail offer. Free had and keychain flashlight. I should be signing up in a couple of days!
Bablackpilot From United States of America, joined Apr 2006, 122 posts, RR: 0 Reply 24, posted (5 years 7 months 1 week 1 day 3 hours ago) and read 1871 times:
Been a member since '92 when I started taking flying lessons. I keep the magazines all over the place at my house. There is one in every room, including the bathroom. It's worth every penny and more.
My arrogance is only an issue between you and your self-esteem!"
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Seriously, they offer a lot of resources for pilots. At $39 it is a virtual steal.
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