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About WPA

The WPA is the only non-profit organization of pilots and others interested in aviation focused on the need of serving pilots and promoting General Aviation in the State of Washington.

Washington Pilots Association helps keep the passion for General Aviation alive in Washington State and plays a leading role in ensuring that facilities and policies are in place to enable this spirit of adventure to continue to take flight today and in the future. 

Our Mission

The mission of the Washington Pilots Association is to advance the interest of General Aviation in Washington State through Advocacy, Outreach, Education, and Social Activities.

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We stand on Four Pillars to advance the interests of General Aviation in Washington State. 

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ADVOCACY

Working closely with Airport Managers, Local Sponsors, WSDOT, State Legislators, and the FAA on:

  • Airports sustainability

  • Land use preservation and protection

  • Maintain System Capacity

  • Promote Safety

  • Stewardship of the Aviation System

  • Planning and Transportation policies

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OUTREACH

Representing General Aviation and promoting the benefits of GA to

  • The Media

  • Civic Group

  • Public

  • AOPA

  • Supporting Youth in Aviation

  • Educating Elected Officials

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EDUCATION

Organizing Hands On Safety and Maintenance Seminars for pilots. 

  • Sponsoring Aviation Scholarships.

  • Youth Aviation Scholarships

  • Seminars (local and statewide)

  • Aviation History

  • Special Interests

  • Unique subjects and issues

ACTIVITIES

Social activities, hangar picnics, fly-ins, spot landing contests, and monthly meetings and more.

  • Free use of cabin at Stuart Island

  • Northwest Aviation Conference

  • Chapter Socials

  • Chapter Holiday Parties

  • Stewart Island Cabin

  • Oshkosh Fly In

  • Partnering with Flights Above the PNW

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Check out our Events Calendar for more info...

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