Welcome to the Alaska Airmen Association
Protecting, Preserving, and Promoting General Aviation since 1951.
A voice for you.
With more licensed pilots per capita than any state in the union, the Airmen includes over 2,000 members, one of the largest General Aviation communities in the country. Our mission is to promote aviation, enhance safety and support initiatives that benefit pilots and our growing aviation community. Whether you’re a veteran pilot or just discovered a passion for aviation, the Alaska Airmen Association is proud to welcome new members who share the wonders of flight in the Last Frontier!
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News & Updates
Alaska Aviation Gubernatorial Town Hall
Posted: 10/19/18
Join the Alaska Airmen Association and the NextGen Aviators Group as the three leading gubernatorial candidates share their respective vision and plan for Alaska, and most importantly how their plans address issues and policies affecting the aviation industry.
Candidates answer questions developed by hosting aviation organizations and audience members.
Airframes Alaska aqquires Alaska Tent & Tarp
Posted: 10/19/18
"Airframes Alaska LLC proudly announces the acquisition of Alaska Tent and Tarp, Inc., creator of the famed Arctic Oven Tent and many other arctic-grade fabric products.
Airframes will maintain both a Fairbanks and Anchorage facility to manufacture the existing specialized textile product lines and plans to add more aviation and backcountry products."
FAA relaunching ADS-B rebate
Posted: 10/15/18
The FAA today announced it is relaunching its $500 ADS-B rebate program effective immediately and through Oct. 11, 2019.
The Agency is making $4,900,000 available under the rebate program, which will fund 9,792 ADS-B Out installations.
Advocating For You!
Posted: 10/9/18
The Airmen have been busy advocating on your behalf!
Access our latest advocacy report below and read about current hot issues, including Ballot Measure 1, FAA re-authorization, Anchorage Airspace Study, and many more.
Members: Read the Oct - Dec Transponder!
Posted: 10/9/18
The October - December 2018 Transponder Issue has just been released! Members may access the latest issue by logging in below and accessing the resource center located on the left navigation bar.
Fairbanks East Ramp Master Plan - Open House
Posted: 10/9/18
In an effort to establish a shared vision for the Eastside of the Fairbanks International Airport, the Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) is hosting a public open house.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 16th
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
WHERE: Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center, 3605 Cartwright Court
Please visit the project website at www.faieastsidemasterplan.com to learn more about the FAI Eastside Master Plan Update project and to view documents, and the project schedule.
Fairbanks GAA Fall 2018 meeting
Posted: 10/3/18
The Fairbanks General Aviation Association invites you to its fall 2018 meeting!
WHEN: Monday, October 15th
Doors open: 6:30 PM
Meeting Starts: 7:00 PM
WHERE: Glacier Room (behind La Quinta Inn)
Dale Road near the Fairbanks International Airport.
There will be door prizes and refreshments!
Construction starts on Kivalina Evacuation & School Site Access Road
Posted: 10/2/18
(KIVALINA, Alaska) – Barges delivering equipment, fuel, and supplies arrived in the coastal community of Kivalina, Alaska last month, kicking off construction of the Kivalina Evacuation and School Site Access Road project. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) used an innovative team approach to deliver this project, located in DOT&PF’s Northern Region.
Sand Point Airport Landing Fees
Posted: 10/1/18
Proposed regulation changes have been public noticed regarding landing fees at Sand Point Airport.
Oral or written comments may be submitted at a public hearing to be held on October 12th from 3:00pm to 6:00pm in the Central Region Main Conference Room located in DOT&PF Central Region Building, 4111 Aviation Ave., Anchorage.
You may also submit comments via email to StatewideAviation@alaska.gov
Aircraft Spruce Acquires A.E.R.O. Alaska
Posted: 9/25/18
On Friday, September 14th, Aircraft Spruce completed the acquisition of A.E.R.O. In Stock, a leading distributor of airframe and engine parts for general aviation. With AERO In Stock’s large customer base, regional distribution warehouses, and new product lines, the merger allows Aircraft Spruce to better serve its customers.
2019 Super Cub Raffle Paint Scheme Released!
Posted: 9/24/18
The Alaska Airmen Association together with Above Alaska Aviation has released the 2019 PA-18 Raffle Super Cub Paint Scheme!
