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aviation associations
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Airline Groups and Associations
Airport Groups and Associations
Airship & Ballooning Groups and Associations
Flight Attendant Groups
Gliding Organizations
Hang Gliding and Ultralight Organizations
Helicopter Organizations
Historical & Preservation Associations
Homebuilt and Experimental Aircraft Groups and
Organizations
Humanitarian & Charitable Aviation Organizations
Maintenance Organizations
Medical Organizations
Military Organizations
Modelling Organizations
Pilot and Owners Groups
Safety Organizations
Sporting Bodies
Trade and Professional Organizations
Unions and Employee Groups
Women's Organizations
Other Organizations
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Air
Transport Users Council A London-based
consumer watchdog for the airline industry with advise for air
travellers on their rights and published educational material.
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Airline
Association for Benchmarking & Measurement
With a mission to identify "Best in Class" business processes, which,
when implemented, lead member companies to exceptional performance.
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Airline Group of the International Federation of Operational Research
Societies This group seeks to forwarding the
practice of Operational Research in airlines, with membership consisting
of Operational Research workers who are also employed by recognized
civil airlines, as well as people interested in the application of
Operational Research to aviation problems.
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Arab Air
Carriers Organization AACO is the regional
association of the Arab Airlines.
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Association of European Airlines AEA is a
trade organisation representing 27 European airlines.
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The
Board of Airline Representatives in Germany e.V.
BARIG pursues the common interests of 106 international and national air
carriers doing business in Germany.
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European
Regions Airline Association The ERAA is a
representative body for regional air transport throughout Europe,
representing 78 airlines, 49 airports, and over 100 airframe and engine
manufacturers and other suppliers.
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Regional
Airline Association Represents U.S. regional
airlines and the suppliers of products and services that support the
industry.
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World
Airline Entertainment Association Founded in
1979 as a nonprofit organization, the WAEA is a worldwide network,
representing over 100 airlines and 250 airline suppliers and related
companies, committed to excellence in inflight entertainment,
communications and services, and the improvement of the airline
passenger environment.
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World
Airlines Clubs Association Promoting
airline/interline clubs.

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Airport Consultants Council The ACC is the
international trade association representing more than 200 companies
providing services to airports and the aviation industry. Members offer
architectural, engineering, planning, financial, management, economic,
construction, consulting services, as well as airport equipment,
materials, and products.
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Airports Council International - European Region
The ACI is a worldwide professional association of airport operators.
Conferences, news releases, polcies, e-publications.
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Airports Council International - North America
ACI-NA represents local, regional and state governing bodies that own
and operate commercial airports in the United States and Canada.
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American Association of Airport Executives
The AAAE Website offers news, meetings, conferences, environmental and
regulatory affairs.
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British Airports Group The
B.A.G. has been endorsed by the Minister for Trade as the representative
body for the UK companies wishing to be involved in civil aviation and
airport developments overseas.
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The
European Union - Airport Coordinators Association
The EUACA is the trade association of Europe's coordinators. Members
manage access to more than 100 airports throughout the EU and the
neighboring countries from the Canary Islands in the South West to
Finland in the North-East.
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International Air Transport Association About
IATA, events, press releases, contacts, links. See also the
International Air Transport
Association Online Store for publications, training, conferences and
exhibitions, services, data and statistics.
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International Association of Airport Executives
Affiliated with the American
Association of Airport Executives.
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Iowa Public Airports Association IPAA is
dedicated to provide service to all of the publicly owned airports in
the State of Iowa.
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The PDK
Airport Association The Peachtree DeKalb
Airport Association (PDKAA) is comprised of pilots, businesses, and
general aviation enthusiasts dedicated to promoting the positive aspects
of both general aviation and DeKalb Peachtree Airport (PDK), providing a
voice in matters concerning the airfield, and its use by everyone.
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Right
to Quiet Society for Soundscape Awareness and Protection
This non-profit organization addresses noise pollution in general, but
quite a lot of content is focused on aircraft and airport noise
pollution.
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Sane Aviation For Everyone, Inc.
S.A.F.E. is a coalition of independent citizens groups and individuals
in the New York City metropolitan area dedicated to stopping and
reversing the environmental and health impacts of JFK, LaGuardia and
Newark Airports. Conspiract theorists will enjoy this.
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U.S.
Citizens Aviation Watch A national
organization comprised of local airport groups, environmental
organizations and civic groups, cities and townships concerned about
noise, environment, public health and other quality of life issues
related to aviation operations.

Airship & Ballooning Groups and Associations
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The Airship Association
Established to promote matters relating to airships, to publish books
and papers connected with airships, and to promote research and
experimental work on airships.
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Balloons Over Idaho An association of hot air
balloon pilots, support crew and observers based in Boise, Idaho.
Annual Safety Seminar in March. Competitions Spring through Fall.
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Experimental Balloon and Airship Association
The EBAA is a loose congregation of aeronauts who have built, fly or own
any sort of Experimental, Ultralight or Homebuilt Lighter-Than-Air
Craft. Vehicles owned and built by members are mostly hot air balloons
but also include hot air airships, gas balloons and gas airships.
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FAI Ballooning commission A
non-governmental and non-profit making international organization with
the basic aim of furthering aeronautical and astronautical activities
worldwide.
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Granite State Balloon Association
All about ballooning in New Hampshire, including festivals, pilots,
rides, weather, getting involved, and learning to fly balloons.
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Naval Airship Association, Inc.
The NAA is a non-private, non-profit organization that gathers and
disseminates lighter-than-air expertise and knowledge accumulated during
the U.S. Navy's development and employment of lighter-than-air aircraft.

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flightattendants.org A Website
for flight attendants and retirees: crew lounge, chat, forum, retired
f/a sites, skyrage, links.


Hang Gliding and Ultralight Organizations

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American
Helicopter Society International The
professional society for the advancement of vertical flight technology
and its useful application throughout the world.
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Australian Sports Rotorcraft Association The
ASRA a national sport and recreational association, representing people
with an interest in gyroplanes in both Government regulations and
sporting matters.
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Bell 47 Helicopter Association
Dedicated to supporting and preserving the history of the Bell 47. Open
to Bell 47 pilots, mechanics, and related personnel interested in the
Bell 47 helicopter.
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Eastern
Region Helicopter Council, Inc. The purpose
of this corporation is to foster an active exchange of ideas and
information among the helicopter operators in the Northeast United
States and between those operators, manufacturers, suppliers, the
public, federal, state and local agencies so as to further the cause of
safety, profesionalism and eficiency through communication, as deemed
appropriate.
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Navy
Helicopter Alumni Association An organization
for members and their spouses of the initial U.S. Naval Helicopter
Squadrons, VX-3, HU-1 and HU-2, as well as members of all U.S. Naval
Helicopter Squadrons, and Organizations that followed.
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Popular
Rotorcraft Association For homebuilt
rotorcraft.
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Vietnam
Helicopter Flight Crew Network A non-profit
veterans organization dedicated to providing a forum for recreational
communications amongst a fraternity of aircrew members who served in
Vietnam during the period 1961-75.

Historical & Preservation Associations
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The Aircraft Engine Historical Society
A non-profit educational and historical society, open to the public,
which fosters an appreciation of the people, art, and science associated
with aircraft engine development, manufacture, and use.
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American Aviation Historical Society The AAHS
was established to preserve and disseminate the hertiage of American
aviation through a collection of books, documents and photographs, a
quarterly Journal, and Newsletter.
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Antique Aeroplane Association of Australia
Photos, calendar, classifieds, photos, newsletter.
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The
Army Aviation Heritage Foundation The AAHF
seeks to educate the American public to their military heritage through
the story of U.S. Army Aviation's soldiers and machines.
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Berlin Airlift Historical Foundation
A non-profit educational group dedicated to preserving the memory and
legacy of the Berlin Airlift of 1948-1949.
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Canadian
Aviation Historical Society Dedicated to the
preservation of Canada’s flying heritage. Membership, chapters,
Journal, links.
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The Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation
Honoring the Lindberghs' legacy and furthering their shared vision of a
technology/nature balance.
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Clyde North Aeronautical Preservation Group
The CNAPG is a non-profit group formed near Melbourne, Australia to
preserve and promote all aspects of aviation: static and flying
restorations, collections of aircraft parts, books, magazines,
brochures, photographs and other memorabilia.
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The Collings Foundation
Founded to support "living history" events involving transportation,
originally with automobiles but now with aircraft as the need for
quality aviation history exhibits grew. Many Collings Foundation
aircraft are available for airshows and special events.
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First Flight Centennial Foundation
This site includes information about improvements to Wright Brothers
National Memorial, event planning and updates for the centennial in NC,
official First Flight Centennial merchandise, the monthly Wright
Brothers Trivia Challenge, and more.
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The First Flight Society Formed in 1926 by a
group of North Carolina Outer Bankers, group dedicated themselves to
preserving the original site of the Wright Brothers' first flights of
December 17, 1903.
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The
International Group for Historic Aircraft Recovery
Aviation archaeological foundation with a full-time professional staff
to guide an international membership of researchers and supporters in
the non-profit organization's efforts to find, save, and preserve rare
and historic aircraft.
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Latin
American Aviation Historical Society An
international group dedicated to the enjoyment of discovering and
exchanging information about aeronautical history.
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The National Aviation Hall of Fame
The NAHF nominates and enshrines individuals in recognition of
achievement in the development of aviation. Located adjacent to the
USAF Museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio with 13,000
square feet of exhibit area, a virtual tour of America's air and space
heritage, a who's who of daring and achievement, seven galleries focused
on a particular era of aviation. The Harry B. Combs Resource Lab offers
visitors interactive computer kiosks where they can delve deeper into
the biographical information and photos found among the displays and
hands-on exhibits.
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The
Society of Air Racing Historians Established
to preserve complete and accurate records of air races, racepilots, and
raceplanes.
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The
Yakkes Foundation This foundation evolved
from an idea of a few aviation-entrepreneurs who are, either
professionally or privately, intrigued by all aspects of flight. Its
purpose is to keep older airplanes in perfect flying condition for the
joy of the aviation sport and spectators alike.

Homebuilt and Experimental Aircraft Groups and
Organizations
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EAA Chapter Websites A list of all the
Chapter Websites.
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Experimental Aircraft Association Activities
at the local, regional, and national levels. Links to fly-in pages,
other aviation pages.
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Experimental Aviation of Switzerland News,
events, builder's corner, pilot's corner, member projects.
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The Netherlands Society of Amateur Aircraft builders
NVAV represents the homebuilt aircraft movement in the Netherlands,
organizes monthly meetings, produces the magazine Profiel.
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The
Popular Flying Association An association for
amateur aircraft builders that seeks to reduce aircraft ownership and
operating costs, encourages group ownership, and encourages the design,
construction, and operation of light aircraft.
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Popular
Rotorcraft Association Homebuilt gyroplanes
and helicopters.
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Recreational Aircraft Association Canadian homebuilt organisation
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RSA
French homebuilt organisation
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Sport
Aircraft Association of Australia
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Sport
Aircraft Association New Zealand SAANZ
supports builders of homebuilt and experimental aircraft in New Zealand.
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Sweden chapter of the EAA

Humanitarian & Charitable Aviation Organizations
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The Air Care Alliance A U.S. league of
humanitarian flying organizations whose volunteer pilots are dedicated
to community service.
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Angel Flight, Inc. A non-profit organization
of pilots and other volunteers dedicated to serving the community by
arranging free private air transportation for medical patients who
cannot afford to utilize normal, commercial transportation. Angel
Flight also provides services to blood, organ and tissue banks.
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Angel Flight East This
organization provides free air transportation for medically needy
people.
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Angel Flight Georgia A
nonprofit organization providing free air transportation to and from
treatment facilities for those with medical needs who are financially
distressed or unable to travel on public transportation. Missions
include transplant, compassionate care, routine treatment flights, and
others referred to us by healthcare providers.
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Corporate Angel Network A
non-profit organization that arranges passage for cancer patients
traveling to treatment centers using empty seats on corporate aircraft
flying the same routes as part of normal business.
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Life Line Pilots A private,
non-profit organization that provides people in medical and financial
distress with access to free air transportation on small (4-6 seat),
private aircraft for health care and other compelling human needs.
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Piedmont Silver Eagles Charitable Funds, Inc.
Includes a fund to promote Aviation Career Days for children. This fund
is geared toward lower, middle and high school students. It will aid
and financially promote Discovery (initial flights) for those over 15 at
accredited and licensed flight schools.
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Pilots of Valor
Pilots of Valor is a Central Florida Chapter of Pilots for Christ,
International. We are a non-profit, Christian Aviation Organization that
provides Mercy, Missionary, Evangelism, Outreach, Community flight,
Mentoring Programs and Aviation based services.
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World-Flight 2003 A group of aviation
enthusiasts that fly a home-built commercial jet aircraft cockpit
simulator around the world in order to raise money for children's
charities.

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The
Aeronautical Repair Station Association The
ARSA works with regulators and legislators, representing the interests
of aeronautical repair stations.
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Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance
AWAM is a nonprofit organization formed for the purpose of championing
women's professional growth and enrichment in the aviation maintenance
fields by providing opportunities for sharing information and
networking, education, fostering a sense of community and increasing
public awareness of women in the industry.
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Canadian
Aviation Maintenance Council The mission of
the CAMC is to develop a framework for, and to facilitate the
implementation of, a human resource strategy for the aviation
maintenance industry.
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International Aerospace Africa
Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, this office assists airlines with
aerospace maintenance requirements: aircraft, engines, or spare parts
projects.
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Pacific
Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Association
PAMEA is a non-profit association comprised of aircraft maintenance
engineers, aircraft maintenance personnel and aviation industry
corporate members.
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Professional Aviation Maintenance Association
The purpose of the PAMA is to promote professionalism among aviation
maintenance personnel; to foster and improve methods, skills, learning,
and achievement in the field of Aviation Maintenance.


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The Air
Force Association An independent, nonprofit,
civilian aerospace organization that promotes public understanding of
aerospace power and national defense. AFA is led by volunteer leaders
at the national, state, and local levels. The association has chapters
in all fifty states, Europe and the Pacific, and publishes the monthly
Air Force Magazine.
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Naval Helicopter Association A
nonprofit professional organization established to promote the
development and use of naval vertical lift aircraft in the United States
Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.
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RAF Benevolent Fund The Royal
Air Force Benevolent Fund exists to provide assistance to those of the
extended Royal Air Force family who need support as a consequence of
sickness, disability, accident, infirmity, poverty or other adversity.
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Sabre
Pilots Association Of the Air Division Squadrons
SPAADS is made up of pilots who flew the F-86 Sabre with Royal Canadian
Air Force squadrons in Europe, with NATO, from 1951 to 1963.

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Academy of Model Aeronautics
Information, competitions, programs, site info. Also, many links to AMA
Districts, SIG Web sites, related organizations, and other aeromodeling
sites.
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Aerospace Modelmakers International A
professional model makers organization.
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The
International Plastic Modelers Society (USA)
Member information, events, chapter directory, related information.
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International Scale Soaring Association The
ISSA is an A.M.A. chartered club for those who enjoy building and flying
radio-controlled scale gliders and tow planes.

Pilot and Owners Groups
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Air
Canada Pilots Association ACPA was founded to
further the best interests of the Air Canada Pilots.
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Aircraft
Owners and Pilots Association Information and
services, what's new, presidents page, Air Safety Foundation, AOPA pilot
magazine.
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Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association of Australia
Current topics, weather, software, events, classifieds, forum.
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Aircraft
Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Switzerland
Information, membership, news, flea market, services, air shop, aviation
glossary with links, other categorized links.
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American
Yankee Association The AYA is the
international type club for owners and pilots of Grumman American light
aircraft. Events, for sale, tech info, newsletter, group insurance.
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Associated Airtanker Pilots Airtanker info
and specs, pilot qualifications, membership list, airtanker contractor
contact list, photo gallery, fire terminology, merchandise for sale.
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Associazione Nazionale Piloti Aviazione Commerciale
Italy.
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Australian Federation of Air Pilots A trade
union and professional association for all air pilots in Australia. Its
role as a union to protect and improve conditions of employment of its
members.
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Austrian Cockpit Association
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Belgian
Cockpit Association
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British
Airline Pilots Association United Kingdom.
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California Pilots Association An
all-volunteer, public benefit corporation dedicated to saving
California's airports.
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Canadian Owners and Pilots Association COPA
is the recognized voice of general aviation in Canada.
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Caribbean Air Line Pilots' Association
A forum to present different views of the Member Associations on matters
of common interest and concern.
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Cessna
Pilots Association Technical information
service for Cessna owners.
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The Cherokee Pilots’ Association Owner group
devoted solely to Piper Cherokee aircraft.
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EEA Warbirds of America This division of the
Experimental Aircraft Association is a family of owners, pilots, and
enthusiasts of "warbirds," or ex-military aircraft.
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I
Fly America Association The IFA is an
association for pilots, aircraft owners, and others. Free benefits
include insurance, destinations, and medical info, an airshow calendar,
travel and magazine discounts, pilot credit card.
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Flying for everyone The site
is administrated by Elektrenai microlight club and is an official site
of Lithuanian Ultralight Pilots Federation. The site is in Lithuanian
language, though everyone would understand links to videos and photos of
the Lithuanian landscape.
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International Association of Natural Resources Pilots
The IANRP is a group of pilots who utilize aircraft in the field of
renewable resources, including forestry, wildlife, and fisheries
applications, as well as the enforcement of natural resource
regulations.
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International Council of Aircraft Owner and Pilot Associations
IAOPA has represents international general aviation for 51 autonomous,
nongovernmental, national general aviation organizations.
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International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations
Founded in 1948, the IFALPA is a worldwide Federation of national
pilots’ associations representing the interests of airline pilots at all
levels within the industry.
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Irish
Airline Pilots Association Ireland.
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The National Broadcast Pilots Association An
organization of pilots flying for both television and radio committed to
furthering safety through communication. Members, pictures, newsletter,
articles.
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National
Gay Pilots Association Providing an affirming
social and professional network.
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The Ninety-Nines, Inc. An international
organization of almost 7,000 licensed women pilots from 35 countries.
Greater Pittsburgh
Chapter
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Norsk Flygeerforbund Norway.
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OV-10Bronco.Net The OV-10 Bronco Association
site with OBA updates and stories, images, classifieds, technical data,
and other information.
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Piedmont Silver Eagles, Inc. A
site for former pilots of Piedmont Airlines. The Piedmont Silver Eagles
Charitable Funds, Inc. includes a humanitarian fund, a scholarship fund,
and a fund to promote Aviation Career Days for children.
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The
Popular Flying Association An association for
amateur aircraft builders that seeks to reduce aircraft ownership and
operating costs, encourages group ownership, and encourages the design,
construction, and operation of light aircraft.
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Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association
Vets organization.
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Retired Airline Pilots of Canada (RAPCAN) - Pilots
Associations Links to pilot associations.
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Seaplane Pilots Association The SPA
represents members on seaplane access issues and provides other member
benefits. Bi-monthly magazine Water Flying, water landing directory,
news and events, insurance program.
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Sindicato Español de Pilotos de Líneas aéreas
(Spain).
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Sport Aviation Association The
SAA is a grass-roots type of organization that promotes building and
restoring aircraft of all types, and flying and enjoying them with those
having similar interests.
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Suomen Liikkennelentäjäliitto Finland.
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Syndicat
national de Pilotes de Ligne France.
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Ultralight Pilots Association of Canada UPAC
speaks for Canadian ultralight aviation interests in discussions with
the federal government, and is committed to protecting the rights and
privileges of all ultralight pilots and owners. Calendar, classifieds,
forums, pictures, reviews.
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US Airways Pilots Web Site News
and press releases, aviation graphics, legislative affairs.
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U.S.
Association of Flying Clubs Formed to
strengthen the community of pilots flying in organized clubs throughout
North America.
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Vereinigung Cockpit Germany.
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Vereinigung des Cockpitpersonals der Swissair
Switzerland.
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Vereniging van nederlandse Verkeervliegers
Netherlands.

Safety Organizations
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Australian Aviation Psychology Association
AAvPA's primary objectives are to promote the exchange of information
and advancement of knowledge in the fields of aviation psychology and
human factors.
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Aviation Safety Alliance A
not-for-profit advocacy organization dedicated to enhancing public
understanding of the high safety standards and strong safety record of
the commercial and general aviation industry. Founded in 1998, the
Alliance is a resource for journalists, policy makers and the public at
large.
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Aviation Safety Institute A
non-profit aviation safety research center with headquarters in
Worthington, Ohio that studies an overlooked area of aviation safety:
operational incidents which but for one or more missing links would be
accidents.
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Eurocontrol (European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation)
This civil and military organisation currently numbers 33 Member States,
has as its primary objective the development of a seamless, pan-European
Air Traffic Management (ATM) system.
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Flight Safety Foundation An independent,
nonpolitical, nonprofit, international organization offering an
objective view of aviation safety developments. Special reports,
publications, seminar calendars and other useful information.
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The International Federation of Airworthiness
The IFA is an organisation dedicated to improving aviation safety by
increasing international communication awareness and co-operation on all
aspects of airworthiness, particularly continuing airworthiness.
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Maintenance And Ramp Safety Society MARSS is
a non-profit society dedicated to reducing aviation human error.
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National Air Disaster Alliance/Foundation A
non-profit organization with a mission to raise the standard of safety,
security, survivability, and support through the constructive
communications with all levels of government, departments, agencies,
airline operators, manufacturers and industry associations. The ADA
seeks to inform the flying public on critical issues, and advocate for
legislation and reform.
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SAFE Association A non-profit
professional association dedicated to ensuring personal safety and
protection in land, sea, air, and space environments.

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The Aero Club of South Africa The designated
controlling body for all sport aviation in the Republic.
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American Powered Parachute Association Host
of the World Powered Parachute Championship each year in Greenville,
Illinois, USA.
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Australian Sports Rotorcraft Association The
ASRA a national sport and recreational association, representing people
with an interest in gyroplanes in both Government regulations and
sporting matters.
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Auxiliary-powered Sailplane Association
A non-profit organization founded to encourage the design, development
and safe use of self-launching and sustainer engine sailplanes to
advance the art of soaring.
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Aviation Society of Ireland Fostering of
interest in and education on, aviation matters in Ireland.
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British Aerobatic Association
Established to promote and encourage aerobatic flying, encourage
communication between aerobatic pilots and other enthusiasts, provide
assistance and guidance in aerobatic training, and represent the
interests and express the needs of those involved in aerobatics in
international competition, National and domestic competitions, and
aerobatic training.
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Danish
Ultralight Flying Association Good
information for Danish and other enthusiasts. This site also edits the
"Top 500 Ultralight Links" list.
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Europe Air Sports The
association co-ordinating European regulatory matters for National Aero
Clubs and Associations, Members of the Fédération Aéronautique
Internationale (FAI), and Member
States of the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC).
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European Civil Aviation Conference
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Experimental Aircraft Association Activities
at the local, regional, and national levels. Links to fly-in pages,
other aviation pages.
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Experimental Balloon and Airship Association
Located at the Airship and Blimp Besources site.
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Fédération Aéronautique Inernationale A
non-governmental and non-profit making international organization with
the basic aim of furthering aeronautical and astronautical activities
worldwide. News, info, contacts, membership, links.
Air Sports International
magazine available on the Web.
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FAI International Gliding Commission
The IGC is responsible for all airsports involving gliders and motor
gliders with the exception of aerobatics.
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Federation Francaise de Vol a Voile French
soaring association.
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Gliding Federation of Australia Links, news,
info, downloads.
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Hang
Gliding Federation of Australia The HGFA is a
sporting body that administers paragliding, weightshift microlights, and
hang gliding under the regulations laid down by the Civil Air Safety
Authority.
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International Aerobatic Club A
Division of the Experimental Aircraft Association, Inc. Membership is
open to all who are interested in aviation.
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The Royal Aero Club of the United Kingdom
The national co-ordinating body for all competitive and recreational air
sport in the United Kingdom.
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Sport
Aircraft Association New Zealand SAANZ
supports builders of homebuilt and experimental aircraft in New Zealand.

Trade and Professional Organizations
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Aerospace Industries Association
AIA is the trade association representing the manufacturers of
commercial, military, and business aircraft, helicopters, aircraft
engines, missiles, spacecraft, and related components and equipment.
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Aerospace
Industries Association of Canada AIAC is the
national trade organization of Canada's aerospace manufacturing and
service sector, with a mission to enhance the competitiveness of the
Canadian aerospace industry through cooperative efforts among AIAC
member companies, and direct contact with governments.
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The Air
and Expedited Motor Carriers Association
AEMCA’s mission is to provide the framework for member networking,
education, and inter-association relations.
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Air
Transport Action Group An independent
coalition of organisations from throughout the air transport industry
which have united to press for economically beneficial aviation capacity
improvements in an environmentally responsible manner.
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Air
Transport Association The ATA is a trade
organization for the principal U.S. airlines.
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Air
Transport Association of Canada The ATAC
supports members in the pursuit of a safe, world-leading and competitive
Canadian air transport industry.
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Airborne
Law Enforcement Association News, events,
files, conferencing.
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Aircraft
Electronics Association Information,
educational foundation, news magazine, jobs, links.
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Airforwarders Association
Dedicated to the support and advancement of the airfreight forwarding
community.
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American Bar Association's Air & Space Law Forum
Created to provide information in the aviation arena. The forum has
over 1,500 members representing all areas of air and space law including
airlines, airports, labor, financial committees, the FAA, DOT, and NASA,
and includes lawyers practicing in corporate, litigation and antitrust
areas. The forum holds educational programs and workshops each year
along with its Annual Conference, and publishes a quarterly newsletter,
The Air and Space Lawyer. See the Law of Air & Space page at the
LawResearch
site for many links to resources at governments, journals and
publications, professional organizations and associations, and legal
search sites.
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American
Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics A
society serving the aerospace profession with the primary purpose to
advance the arts, sciences, and technology of aeronautics and
astronautics and to foster and promote the professionalism of those
engaged in these pursuits.
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ASDNet
The Aviation/Space and Defense Division of
American Society for Quality is devoted to quality related
activities as they involve the aviation, space, and defense industries.
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Association of British Travel Agents A UK
trade association for tour operators and travel agents.
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Association of Corporate Travel Executives
Representing the specialized travel interests of corporate purchasers
and travel service suppliers.
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The
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International
AUVSI has over 2,000 members in more than 20 countries in government,
industry, and the academic community promoting the advancement of
Unmanned Vehicle System technologies. AUVSI is a professional
organization committed to fostering, developing, and enhancing Unmanned
Vehicle Systems and related technologies by presenting and promoting UVS
technology, applications, benefits, and information to the user
community, general public, academia, and government decision-makers.
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Australian Parachute Federation The APF is
the organisation which controls skydiving and parachuting at nearly all
the civilian operations in Australia.
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Aviation
Crime Prevention Institute Members, services,
newsletter, databases.
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California Alliance for Advanced Transportation Systems
CAATS is a partnership of transportation and technology executives
throughout California from government and industry with the goal to
accelerate the deployment of technology in the transportation network to
the benefit of travelers.
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Civil
Air Navigation Services Organisation CANSO,
founded in 1998 as a not-for-profit organization, is the trade
association and the global voice of air navigation services companies
and organizations when many governments were in the process of moving
the responsibility for the provision of air navigation services from
civil service departments to outside organizations. It represents the
interests of air navigation service providers worldwide with a view to
ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of many
thousands of civil, private and military aircraft throughout the world.
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The
Commercial Aviation Association of Southern Africa
CAASA is a professional association, who's membership is directed to
persons engaged in commercial aviation, those who have a commercial
intrest in aviation, and those aith an enterprise allied to the
commercial aviation industry.
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Eurocontrol The European Organisation for the
Safety of Air Navigation serves air traffic in Europe, ensuring safety,
fluidity and economy for all airspace users, and developing European
solutions to common problems.
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European Association of Aerospace Industries
AECMA represents the aerospace industry in Europe in all matters of
common interest, with the objective of enhancing the competitive
development of the sector.
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European
Business Aviation Association EBAA’s vision
is to be the effective force for enhancing the unique transportation
resources that Business Aviation provides to European commerce.
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European Civil Aviation Conference As an
inter-governmental organization, the ECAC’s aim is to promote the
development of a safe, efficient, and sustainable European air transport
system by harmonizing civil aviation policies and practices amongst its
Member States and promoting understanding on policy matters between
Member States and other parts of the world.
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European Association of Aerospace Industries
AECMA represents the aerospace industry in Europe in all matters of
common interest on the level of aircraft/systems, engines, equipment and
components. Its objective is to enhance the competitive development of
the whole sector.
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Farnborough Aerospace Consortium The
Consortium brings together aerospace companies located in Southern
England to enable each to be more competitive through improved
marketing, sharing of best practice, access to current research and
collective action.
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German
Aerospace Industries Association The BDLI
(Bundesverband der Deutschen Luft- und Raumfahrtindustrie e.V.)
represents the economic, technological, and research and development
interests of its members in the Government, Parliament, media, and
general public.
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Groupement des Industries Françaises Aéronautiques et Spatiales
(French Aerospace Industries Association) GIFAS has almost 200 members,
from major prime contractors and system suppliers to small specialist
companies.
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The
International Air Cargo Association TIACA is
a worldwide organization which brings together the air logistics
industry for progress and growth in world trade and economic
development. Members include air and surface carriers, forwarders,
shippers, vendors, manufacturers, airports, countries, financial
institutions and consultants.
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International Air Carriers Organisation A
non-profit organization with the aim of developing air travel through
the promotion of charter flights worldwide.
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International Air Rail Organisation IARO
spreads world-class best practice and good workable ideas among people
interested in rail links to airports.
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International Aviation Fire Protection Association
The IAFPA is a non-profit association whose mission is to promote better
international understanding of issues and concerns related to aircraft
rescue and fire fighting, airport facilities fire protection and
aircraft passenger fire safety.
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International Aviation Handlers' Association
The IAHA was established as a forum for the world’s major ground
handling companies, a talking shop, representing the industry
worldwide.fo
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International Civil Aviation Organization
ICAO was established in 1944 to develop international aviation.
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International Council of the Aeronautical Sciences
The I.C.A.S. is a non-government, non-profit making, scientific
organization established to encourage the free interchange of
information on aeronautical subjects.
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International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers Association
IFATCA is the non-political and non-industrial world professional
organisation representing approximately 40,000 air traffic controllers
in more than 100 countries. The mission of the Federation is to protect
and safeguard the interests of the air traffic control profession.
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International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association
The IFATSEA was formed to promote safety, efficiency and regularity in
international air navigation, to assist and secure development and
professional efficiency among Air Traffic Services Electronics
personnel, and to protect and safeguard collective professional
interests of Air Traffic Services personnel.
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The
International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading
Founded to foster and promote interest in aeronautics, and provide a
forum for communication among those involved in aviation and supporting
industries who operate, manufacture, maintain, sell, purchase, finance,
lease, appraise, insure or otherwise engage in activities related to
transport category aircraft. ISTAT arranges lectures, demonstrations,
and national and international conventions and exhibitions.
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Kenya International Freight & Warehousing Association
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Miami
Maintenance Management Council Association of
aviation companies dedicated to quality control and maintenance issues
and regulations.
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National Aeronautic Association A group of
aviation companies, organizations, and learning institutions that share
the common goal of helping to alleviate a growing shortage of aviation
technicians through education, outreach, and career counseling.
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National Air Transportation Association The
NATA mission is to enhance the safety and quality of service provided
the flying public by assisting aviation businesses in the education and
training of their employees.
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National Aircraft Finance Association NAFA s
a non-profit corporation dedicated to promoting the general welfare of
individuals and organizations providing aircraft financing and loans
secured by aircraft; to improve the industry's service to the public; to
work with government agencies to foster a greater understanding of
member's needs.
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National Aircraft Resale Association A
professional trade association for dealers and brokers of pre-owned
aircraft.
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The National Agricultural Aviation The NAAA
is the voice of the aerial application industry.
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National
Business Aviation Association, Inc. A trade
association founded to represent and protect the interests of business
aviation companies that own or operate general aviation aircraft.
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National
Business Travel Association The NBTA
represents over 2,400 corporate travel managers and travel service
providers, and is committed to the professional development of its
members, It offers educational and training opportunities, and is a
source for information on the business travel industry.
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North West Aerospace Alliance The NWAA is an
industry-led alliance dedicated to promoting aerospace in Northwestern
England.
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Ohio
Aerospace Institute A private non-profit
corporation that brings together businesses, universities, and
government agencies with the goal to create, integrate, apply and
communicate aerospace knowledge.
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Ontario Aerospace Council Representing the
aerospace community in Ontario, Canada.
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The
Pacific Asia Travel Association PATA is an
authority on Pacific Asia travel and tourism and provides marketing,
research, and educational opportunities to a membership of government
tourist offices, airlines, hotels, travel agencies, tour operators and
related companies. PATA's mission is to enhance the growth, value and
quality of Pacific Asia travel and tourism for the benefit of its
membership.
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Panhellenic Electronic Engineers Union of Hellenic Civil Aviation
Authority A scientific and professional union
of the Air Traffic Control Safety Elelectronic Engineers of the Hellenic
Civil Aviation Authority, supporting all the Greek air space and based
in Athens.
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The
Parachute Industry Association The PIA is
comprised of companies and individuals seeking to improve business
opportunities in this segment of aviation, and pursues technical,
safety, and promotional projects that benefit its members and the
industry it serves.
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Royal
Aeronautical Society A multidisciplinary
professional institution dedicated to the global aerospace community.
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Professional Women Controllers, Inc. PWC is
an association of air traffic control specialists (both men and women).
While membership is predominantly composed of controllers within the
USA, the international membership base is expanding. The webpage is
used to facilitate the networking of persons in the air traffic control
professional field, both within and outside the United States, and to
keep members informed on issues, career opportunities, and activities.
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RTCA
A private not-for-profit organization that addresses requirements and
technical concepts for aviation. RTCA recommends standards and provides
guidance documents that focus on the application of electronics
technology to implement new or modified concepts and to satisfy related
requirements.
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The
Society of British Aerospace Companies Ltd.
The SBAC is the national trade association of the UK aerospace industry
and represents the interests of over 400 companies. Organiser of the
biennial Farnborough International
exhibition.
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UkrAvia Association A
voluntary union of the state and private enterprises and organizations
engaged in international cooperation on the development of general
aviation in the Ukraine.
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United
States Aerospace Industry Representatives in Europe
USAIRE is an association of American and European member companies
focused on aerospace and advanced technologies. The Association
provides for networking and building professional relationships among
American and European corporations and government representatives.
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The Washington Aviation Association
A non-profit coalition of aviation businesses formed to promote the
growth and needs of the industry.

Training and Education Organizations
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Aerospace
Education Foundation The AEF vision is to
educate America's youth in math and the sciences to help keep America's
edge in aerospace technology. An Air
Force Association educational affiliate.
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The Air League British organization that
promotes education and training, effective airpower, civil aviation
policies, and general aviation.
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Association of Aerospace Universities The AAU
is a focus for activities in the higher education sector relating to UK
aerospace and supports industry through the provision of world class
education, research, and consultancy.
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Foundation of Students in Airplane Development,
Manufacturing, and Management Organization of
Dutch students building aeroplanes.
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The
Greater Houston Association of Flight Instructors
News and commentary on the Association and its activities, the Flight
Instructor Renewal Clinic (FIRC) programs and venues, downloadable
copies of FIRC presentations, and a flight instructor "Yellow Pages"
where Association members may advertise their flight instructor programs
and specialties.
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National Association of Flight Instructors A
non-profit national organization dedicated to raising and maintaining
the professional standing of the flight instructor and the flight
instruction community.
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National Aviation and Space Education Alliance
Formed to enhance the work of state aviation and space education
councils and related organizations by improving communications among
them and by developing mutual support programs. Site includes links to
State aviation education councils.
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The North American Trainer Association
An independent, non-profit corporation dedicated to the restoration,
preservation and safe flying of all North American Aviation built
trainer aircraft (AT-6, SNJ, Harvard, NA-64, T-28, TF-51, TB-25).
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University Aviation Association A non-profit
organization that represents institutions, corporations, faculty and
students, and individuals interested in developing and promoting
collegiate aviation.

Unions and Employee Groups
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Air
Logistics Aircrew Union Official home page.
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The
Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association The
AFMFA is a craft-oriented independent aviation union for maintenance
technicians and related support personnel.
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Airline Dispatchers Federation Organization
for the airline dispatcher profession.
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Airline Employment Assistance Corps Aerospace
employment.
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Airline
Pilots Association Information, news releases,
magazine, job opportunities, related links.
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Allied Pilots Association The collective
bargaining agent for American Airlines pilots.
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Association of Flight Attendants, AFL-CIO A
labor union organized by flight attendants for flight attendants to
negotiate better pay, benefits, working conditions, and work rules.
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Australian Federation of Air Pilots A trade
union and professional association for all air pilots in Australia. Its
role as a union to protect and improve conditions of employment of its
members.
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Delta
Air Line Pilots Association Represents all of
the Delta pilots on issues concerning flight operations, negotiations,
retirement, and benefits.
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International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
The IAM.
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Leeward Islands Air Line Pilots' Association
LIALPA is a professional Association, actively and democratically
performing the role of a registered Trade Union in both Antigua and
Barbados, West Indies.
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National Air Traffic Controlers Association
The collective bargaining unit for the 14,000-plus air traffic
controllers serving the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of
Defense, and private sector.
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Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization
PATCO represents air traffic controllers and weather observers in
matters relating to wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of
employment.
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Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization
A site attempting to locate all PATCO controllers who went on strike and
were subsequently fired by the Reagan administration in 1981. A lawsuit
has been filed in Federal Court, Miami, Florida and is currently in the
process of "discovery."
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Professional Pilots Federation The PPF was
incorporated in 1991, for the singular purpose of eliminating or
amending the Age 60 Rule.
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Society
of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace
SPEEA represents the engineers, technical workers, and other
professional employees at The Boeing Company in Washington, Kansas,
Oregon, California, Florida, Texas and Utah.
SPEEA.NET is the unofficial journal
for SPEEA members.
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Universal Federation of Travel Agents' Associations
UFTAA is a world body representing national travel agents' associations
in over 100 hundred countries.

Women's Organizations
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Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance
AWAM is a nonprofit organization formed for the purpose of championing
women's professional growth and enrichment in the aviation maintenance
fields by providing opportunities for sharing information and
networking, education, fostering a sense of community and increasing
public awareness of women in the industry.
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International Aviation Womens Association The
IAWA brings together women of achievement in the aviation industry and
promotes their advancement through the establishment of a worldwide
network of aviation professional contacts.
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The Ninety-Nines, Inc. An international
organization of almost 7,000 licensed women pilots from 35 countries.
Greater Pittsburgh
Chapter
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Professional Women Controllers, Inc. PWC is
an association of air traffic control specialists (both men and women).
While membership is predominantly composed of controllers within the
USA, the international membership base is expanding. The webpage is
used to facilitate the networking of persons in the air traffic control
professional field, both within and outside the United States, and to
keep members informed on issues, career opportunities, and activities.
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Tulsa Ninety-Nines The website of the Tulsa
Chapter of the Ninety-Nines, an international organization of licensed
women pilots from 35 countries with over 6,500 members.
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Women in
Aviation, International Established to
encourage women to seek opportunities in aviation. Conference, events,
membership services, links to aviation pages.
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Women Soaring Pilots Association This
division of the Soaring
Society of America was founded to promote all aspects of soaring for
women glider pilots.

Other Organizations
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The Air Care Alliance A U.S. league of
humanitarian flying organizations dedicated to community service.
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Air
Display Association Europe A pan-European
organisation whose members include the organisers of practically all the
major UK Airshows and a majority of those arranging smaller events.
Includes extensive list of European airshows.
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Air
Transportation Research International Forum
ATRIF is a group of aviation industry strategic planners and research
analysts who review and debate topical issues at twice-yearly meetings.
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Airworthy.Org A privately owned organization
of experienced aviation professionals that assist others in locating and
obtaining airworthy related resources on the World Wide Web. Includes
resumes of US Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DAR's),
Designated Engineering Representatives (DER's), Airframe and Powerplant
(A&P) Mechanics and Inspection Authorization (IA) holders, reference
data (CFR, FAA Orders, and Advisory Circulars). Lots of information
about the FAA and regulatory issues.
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Aviation
Crime Prevention Institute, Inc. A non-profit
organization dedicated to the elimination of aviation related crime
through education of the aviation industry worldwide, cooperation
between the aviation industry and law enforcement agencies, and
communication of information and security procedures to all.
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Aviation Health Institute A
non-profit organisation that promotes health and well being of airline
passengers worldwide. Includes a chart with economy/coach seat pitch by
airline, guidelines for physicians offering patient advice, health
advice for passengers, links related to aviation health.
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Center
for Advanced Aviation System Development CAASD
is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored
by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to perform essential
research and engineering functions.
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FSTOP
- Film Safety for Traveling on Airlines A
film advocacy committee aimed at making the picture-taking public aware
of potential damage to photographic film generated by new x-ray security
scanners installed at airports worldwide for the inspection of checked
baggage.
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General Aviation Awareness Council The UK
General Aviation associations, supported by commercial and professional
bodies, have established this Council to try to ensure that GA activity
in the UK does not decline, and its expansion in business flying, pilot
training, sport, and recreation is publicly and privately encouraged.
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The
International Airlines Travel Agent Network
IATAN is a not-for profit service organization that assists travel
agents in meeting and maintaining a set of standards that are of value
to airlines, the agency community, and consumers.
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International Council of Air Shows An
association of air show producers, performers and support service
providers, ICAS was created in 1968 to safeguard and promote the
interests of air shows and air show professionals.
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International Federation for IT and Travel & Tourism
An independent global community for the discussion, exchange, and
development of knowledge about the use and impact of new information and
communication technologies (ICTs) in the travel and tourism industry.
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National Aviation Reporting Center For Anomalous Phenomena
NARCAP is a non-profit, scientific organization dedicated to improving
aviation safety related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) of all
kinds. A secondary goal is to collect, analyze, and report our most
reliable scientific findings to the scientific community for their
continued study.
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Scramble Home of the Dutch Aviation Society,
for the civil and military aviation enthusiast: the monthly magazine
"Scramble," spotter conventions, bus and air trips for aviation
enthusiasts, airshow information, airfield information for European
spotters, Dutch civil aircraft register.
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Ulster Aviation Society
Aviation enthusiast organization with monthly magazine, events.
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United
States Parachute Association Information,
membership, government relations, safety and training, competition.
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