Who is the Alaska Airmen Association?
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!
OUR MISSION - "To protect, preserve, and promote General Aviation in Alaska"
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.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
STEPHEN RATCLIFF
PETER CALTAGIRONE
MARK PHILLIPS
ADAM SKINNER
STEVEN LEWIS
ABE HARMAN
DAVID KRUMM
STEPHANIE PAINTER