General Aviation
... about small planes, but it's not a small industry
General Aviation may be all about small air planes but it's not a small industry. GA is a business category that encompasses that part of the air transportation system outside of the airlines and the military. It is an important part of the US economy that supports 1.3 million jobs and contributes over $102 billion in economic activity. The industry is densely populated with family-owned businesses, across the broad spectrum of products and services - from owning airplanes that are used for business and recreational flying to Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) that service the airplanes at the 20,000 airports across the United States. Because the GA field is such an important part of our national economy, we decided to highlight some of the many facets of the General Aviation industry. AOPA
AOPA is the advocate for general aviation and its critical role in the national economy and our daily lives. Experimental Aircraft Association - Chaired by Harrison Ford
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) was founded in 1953, supports recreational or sport aviation, sponsors the world's largest airshow, sponsors youth aviation. A superlative organization. Air Shows
Air shows are one of the most popular community events in America. Learn why they are so popular and what an extensive target audience they repesent for marketing. Tiger Flight Foundation
Tiger Flight Foundation, Rome GA, is a great example of the many volunteer organizations in the field of General Aviation that focus on aviation awareness for kids. Civil Air Patrol
The Civil Air Patrol auxiliary of the USAF - from inland search and rescue, aerial reconnaissance, disaster relief to a cadet program and leadership training. Fixed Base Operators
The fixed base operator is the backbone of GA. Many are family businesses so they face business, family and GA problems - a volatile combination. Aviation Law
Aviation law is particularly complex and specialized. Meet our expert - Alan Armstrong, a pre-eminent trial lawyer and avid pilot. Aerospace Industry Associations
The aerospace industry is served by numerous associations... Here's a listing and links to some of them.
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