1. Manager of Airport Policy
The AOPA Update
Adam Williams
Manager of Airport Policy

2. Overview Introduction Regional Manager Program Core AOPA Initiatives
Basic Med
Q & A

3. But First..
AOPA Is…
The world’s largest aviation membership organization; dedicated to preserving the freedom to fly. Since 1939, has committed to ensuring the safety, future viability and development of general aviation as an integral part of the national transportation system.
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.

4. 73 international affiliates
AOPA continued
350,000 AOPA Members
2,100 airport volunteers
7 Regions
250+ Staff
73 international affiliates
Statistical View

5. 580,000 active pilots 167,000 registered aircraft
Regional Manager Program:
580,000 active pilots
167,000 registered aircraft
5,000 public use airports
51 legislatures
Focus
State Legislative
Airport Support
Engagement

6. 13 States 86,000 pilots 57,000 members 638 public use airports
Eastern Region
13 States
86,000 pilots
57,000 members
638 public use airports
358 airport volunteers
38,250 aircraft***
2,460 State Legislators

7. Airport Support Network Funding Local issues Airspace
Preserving Access
Government Affairs
Airport Support Network
Funding
Local issues
Airspace
Next Gen / ADS – B
Privatized ATC
TFRs
Regulatory
Alternative Fuels / EPA
Security
DHS/CBP
Airport badge/Access

8. Aircraft Certification Part 23 Rewrite Alternative Fuels (“drop-in”)
Reducing Cost
Government Affairs
Aircraft Certification
Part 23 Rewrite
Alternative Fuels (“drop-in”)
Airmen Certification
New PTS
3CMR
Airport Compliance
Flying Clubs
State Legislative
Targeted Tax Exemptions
Fuel Taxes

9. Fun Affordable Flying
Reimagined 150 / 152
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.

10. 3rd Class Medical Reform YOU CAN FLY
Reversing Pilot Decline
AOPA Fly-ins
Camarillo, CA – April 28 & 29
Norman, OK – September 8 & 9
Groton, CT – October 6 & 7
Tampa, FL – October 28 & 29
3rd Class Medical Reform
YOU CAN FLY
Rusty Pilot / Back to your Roots Seminars
Flight Training Initiative
Flying Clubs
Reimagined Aircraft
Ambassador Program
(Norm Isler Northeast)

11. Long
Road to
Medical
Reform

12. Long Road to Medical Reform
Background
Third Class Medical Reform
Long Road to Medical Reform
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.
1979 – AOPA petitioned FAA to extend 3CM duration from two to three years

13. Long Road to Medical Reform
Background
Third Class Medical Reform
Long Road to Medical Reform
March 20, 2012—AOPA and EAA file petition with the FAA
Day VFR
Single-engine
180 HP or less
Four Seats
One Passenger
Less than 10,000 feet
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.

14. Long Road to Medical Reform
Background
Third Class Medical Reform
Long Road to Medical Reform
December 11, 2013 – GAPPA is introduced in the House
Reaction to no FAA action on Petition
Expands petition request
Aircraft with up to six seats and 6,000 pounds
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.

15. Long Road to Medical Reform
Background
Third Class Medical Reform
Long Road to Medical Reform
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.
February 25, 2015 – The Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2 is introduced in both the House and Senate

16. Long Road to Medical Reform
Background
Third Class Medical Reform
Long Road to Medical Reform
In July 2010, the FAA issued a rule that increased the duration of validity for student pilot certificates for pilots under the age of 40 from 36 to 60 months.
Recreational certificate first issued in 1990.
Sport certificate first issued in 2005.
July 15, 2016 – Medical reforms signed into law by the President!

17. FAA Existing Pathway to Sport Pilot Standard
Airline Transport Pilot
First Class Medical
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Second Class Medical
Private Pilot Certificate
Third Class Medical
Sport Pilot Privileges
Valid Driver’s License
Sport Pilot Certificate
Driver’s License or FAA Medical
Student Pilot Certificate
Valid Driver’s License
Student Pilot Certificate
Third Class Medical

18. Third Class Medical Reform – New Pathway
Expands upon successful Sport Pilot Standard
Keeps pilots in aircraft they have time and experience in without need for expensive, lengthy FAA medical certification process
Enhances safety
and Medical Examination
Medical Education Course
BasicMed
Privileges and Limitations
Sport Pilot Privileges
Valid Driver’s License
Sport Pilot Certificate
Driver’s License or FAA Medical
Student Pilot Certificate
Valid Driver’s License
Student Pilot Certificate
Third Class Medical

19. BasicMed
Overview

20. BasicMed Overview
Third Class Medical Reform
Aircraft specifications: Not authorized to carry more than 6 occupants and has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than 6,000 pounds
Flight rules: Day or night, VFR or IFR (if appropriately rated)
Passengers: Up to five passengers
Aeromedical education: Pilots must take a free online course every two years. AOPA’s course available soon!
Physical Examination: At least once, every four years, physical exam from state-licensed physician. Includes checklist and signatures.
Altitude Restrictions: Up to 18,000 feet MSL
Airspeed Limitations: 250 knots indicated airspeed (IAS)
Eligibility Requirements: Current state issued driver’s license and have held a valid FAA medical certificate, regular or special issuance, at any time since July 15,2006
There are 2,378 more women pilots than in 2004 (6.4%). Women were 6.3% of total pilots in 2004 and 6.7% at the end of In , they were just over 7% of total pilots

21. Pilot Certifications/Authorizations
BasicMed Overview
Third Class Medical Reform
Pilot Certifications/Authorizations
Upon completion of the online medical education course, pilots will need to make the following certifications and authorizations –
Authorize the FAA to access their driving record from the National Driver Registry (NDR)
Certify they are under the care and treatment of a physician if diagnosed with any medical condition that may impact their ability to fly
Certify that the medical exam checklist was followed and signed
Understand that they cannot act as PIC if know or have reason to know of any medical condition that would make them unable to operate an aircraft in a safe manner
If clinically diagnosed with a neurological or mental health condition will need to certify that they are under the care of a State-license medical specialist for that condition
There are 2,378 more women pilots than in 2004 (6.4%). Women were 6.3% of total pilots in 2004 and 6.7% at the end of In , they were just over 7% of total pilots

22. BasicMed Overview
Third Class Medical Reform
Under BasicMed, the FAA identified certain medical conditions that will require a pilot to obtain a special issuance medical one-time only.
The conditions are limited to the following:
Cardiovascular: myocardial infarction (heart attack); coronary heart disease that has required treatment; cardiac valve replacement; and heart replacement.
Neurological: epilepsy; a transient loss of control of nervous system functions without satisfactory medical explanation of the cause; and disturbances of consciousness without satisfactory medical explanation of the cause.
Mental Health: personality disorder that is severe enough to have repeatedly manifested itself by overt acts; psychosis defined as a case in which an individual has manifested or may reasonably be expected to manifest delusions, hallucinations, grossly bizarre or disorganized behavior, or other commonly accepted symptoms of psychosis; bipolar disorder; and substance dependence within the previous two years as defined in FAR (a)(4).
There are 2,378 more women pilots than in 2004 (6.4%). Women were 6.3% of total pilots in 2004 and 6.7% at the end of In , they were just over 7% of total pilots

23. Visit AOPA’s Fit to Fly on-line resources
For More Information
Third Class Medical Reform
Visit AOPA’s Fit to Fly on-line resources
There are 2,378 more women pilots than in 2004 (6.4%). Women were 6.3% of total pilots in 2004 and 6.7% at the end of In , they were just over 7% of total pilots

24. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Pilot Shortage: Private Pilot Certificates
1980
2016
50,458 Issued
17,082 Issued
66%

25. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Pilot Shortage: Factors & Outlook
Pilot Retirement Age
1500 Hour ATP Rule 2013
617,000 Pilots Required Worldwide by 2035
248K in Asia Pacific, 112K North America
17,258 ATPs Issued … 8,346 ATPs Issued in 2013, 6,544 in 2015
Retirements: 560 (2012), 2650 (2020)

26. Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Now 112,000

27. THANK YOU!!! For More Information
There are 2,378 more women pilots than in 2004 (6.4%). Women were 6.3% of total pilots in 2004 and 6.7% at the end of In , they were just over 7% of total pilots