I am just getting back into GA and was going to join our local EAA club.
I liked the building aspect of it, and a great bunch of guys.
But I was thinking…which is better; the AOPA or EAA?
A little bit about me:
12 hours of dual…20 years between the 11th and 12 hour….I am basically starting over.
I would like to fly GA, fly and see our children…one lives about 4 hours away.
So far we all live in Florida…so mountains to contend with.
If things pan out, I’d like to buy an older Cessna 172 I have had my eyes on.
Would like to increase flight time and donate myself and plane to organizations like Angel Flight and/or Missionary work also.
Do I want to build? Heck yeah! I’m a RC modeler from way back…building would be a great step.
Best thing, my wife supports me….Whew!
If there was a thread on this already, I would appreciate the heads up.
Thanks
29erJ
By: Mark A - 23rd September 2010 at 23:07
No contest for me. I belong to both EAA and AOPA (good magazines and on-line services from both).
I fly an RV-4 which is fast, sporty and economical. Night and IFR is allowed if you’re suitably equipped and licensed – unlike in Europe.
If you build yourself, you can also get a repairman’s certificate allowing you to sign off your own maintenance, repairs and condition inspections. If someone else built it, it’s still generally easy to find an A&P who will supervise and sign-off an owner annual.
If you stick with the best of the EAA types then safety is at least as good as with factory builts.
By: 29erJuliet - 23rd September 2010 at 18:55
I’ve been getting that impression.
I am leaning towards the EAA because there is a monthly meeting about 15 from where I work.
I like the club atmosphere.
thanks J Boyle
29erJ
By: J Boyle - 23rd September 2010 at 18:04
In judging between the orgs…
If you’re flying just for fun, the EAA is a good choice. They also have the Autogas STCs.
If you’re getting an old 172…they have a subgroup for “classic” aircraft from the 50’s & 60s….(also antiques, warbirds, homebuilts, etc).
You’d get two magazines…one from the entire group and one for your sub-group of interest.
AOPA is more for business aircraft and private owners who fly a lot…I’m sure they have advantages (insurance) I just don’t know as much about them.
By: 29erJuliet - 23rd September 2010 at 16:24
Not luck…Blessed!
My X was like that.
Than God someone better in mind for me, I am blessed!
29erJ
By: mike currill - 23rd September 2010 at 05:15
Some folks have all the luck, my other half would throw me out sooner than agree with me.
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