AOPA Services

The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is general aviation's advocate and the largest, most influential aviation association in the world. Its membership of more than 414,000 comprises nearly two-thirds of all pilots in the United States. Visit and bookmark our Web site designed especially to serve the information needs of student pilots. All AOPA Flight Training members, including those with free six-month introductory memberships, have full access to AOPA's resources, including the members-only areas of AOPA Flight Training Online and AOPA Online.

Four steps to Summit savings

Registration is open for the AOPA Aviation Summit and it's time to plan your trip to Tampa. There are many new and exciting opportunities for student pilots, CFIs, and even those who are just dreaming about flying (see "Preflight: Fun in the Sun"). AOPA offers a variety of programs that have been designed to help you plan an exciting, budget-friendly experience for the entire family. Just follow our four steps to Summit savings:

1. Pick your package. Visit us online and choose the package that best meets your needs. You'll find that with our reduced package rates and preregistration discounts, valid through October 14, creating a package that suits your budget is easier than ever before.
2. Choose your hotel. All AOPA official hotels offer incredible rates and are price-guaranteed if you book through the services of our official AOPA housing organization, The Housing Connection.
3. Book your flight. With AOPA's Online Travel program you'll receive great rates on your airfare. Need a rental car while you're in Tampa? AOPA can help with that, too. Save on your car rental from Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, or Hertz with exclusive Summit discounts.
4. Register for fun. Start your adventure today; register now for AOPA Aviation Summit, November 5 through 7 in Tampa, Florida.