The Alaska Airmen's Association

Our Mission

"To protect, preserve, and promote General Aviation in Alaska"

Who Are We?

The Alaska Airmen's Association includes over 2,000 members—we are one of the largest General Aviation communities in the country. We strive to promote aviation, enhance safety and support initiatives that benefit pilots and grow the aviation community. Whether you're a veteran pilot or you've discovered a passion for aviation, the Alaska Airmen's Association is proud to welcome new members who share the wonders of flight in the Last Frontier!

WHAT IS THE ALASKA AIRMEN'S ASSOCIATION?

We are a non-profit 501 (c) 3 membership-based organization, established in 1951. We are the largest General Aviation (GA) organization in Alaska. With over 2,000 active members, this also makes it one of the largest GA groups in the country.  Our sole purpose is to protect, preserve, and promote general aviation.

 

We host the Great Alaska Aviation Gathering, annually, with over 20,000 attendees and more than 200 exhibitors from around the world this is one of America's largest free-entry aviation tradeshows.

 

We also host our annual Aircraft Raffle, which is the Association's main fundraiser source and the largest raffle hosted in Alaska.

WHO ARE OUR MEMBERS?

Our members include pilots, students through ATP, mechanics, airline employees, aviation enthusiasts, as well as individuals and businesses that have an interest in aviation. Our members reside in 5 countries, 46 states, and more than 50 Alaskan cities and villages. Membership is open to everyone, including non-Alaskan residents.

WHY SHOULD I BECOME A MEMBER?

The Alaska Airmen's Association maintains an active liaison with agencies and departments across the United States, the State of Alaska and local governments that are charged with the responsibility of regulating General Aviation.

Everyday we address important issues such as the closure of airstrips, airspace, state leasing regulations, weather, aircraft taxing, etc. Volunteers sit on numerous committees statewide representing you and the best interests of General Aviation.

We have several levels of membership to choose from. With each level, you will receive a substantial member benefits package. Each level includes our quarterly publication, to provide access to Association activities, such as pilot safety meetings, seminars, fly-ins, banquets, special events volunteer opportunities, the latest and greatest in General Aviation, and more! Membership discounts are available around the state and online, on fuel, aviation parts, survival equipment, labor and more.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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STEPHEN RATCLIFF
President
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KEVIN CAMPBELL
Vice President
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PETER CALTAGIRONE

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MARK PHILLIPS
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NICK KELLAR
Treasurer
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DOUGLAS BRADBURY
Secretary
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STEVEN LEWIS

STAFF MEMBERS

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ABBY AUSTIN
Executive Director
ADAM WHITE
Government & Legislative Affairs Advocate
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ALYSSA LEIER
Office/ Finance Manager