Question of the Week: Can Flying Clubs Help?

Editorial Staff

Thursday, October 04, 2012 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The U.S. has a significant imbalance with over 5,000 airports but only 650 flying clubs.
AOPA is working to increase the number of flying clubs to address this disparity.
The article features an active poll asking readers whether flying clubs can help revitalize General Aviation (GA).

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There are more than 5,000 airports in the U.S., but only 650 flying clubs, and AOPA hopes to change that.

Can flying clubs help turn GA around?
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