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Hitting the road

Meet AOPA’s new president at events across the country

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Photography by Chris Rose

Join AOPA for a special opportunity to meet AOPA’s new president, Darren Pleasance, as he shares his vision for the future of general aviation and the exciting direction of AOPA’s mission to promote aviation and protect your freedom to fly on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m in Frederick, Maryland.

Pleasance will discuss where he sees AOPA heading in the coming years; the challenges and opportunities facing the aviation community; and how AOPA is working to support pilots, airports, and the next generation of aviators. This is your chance to hear directly from AOPA leadership, connect with fellow aviators, ask questions, and learn more about the future of general aviation.

This event at the National Aviation Community Center on Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK) kicks off a year-long tour during which AOPA’s new president will crisscross the country, meeting members where they live. Join AOPA at an event near you.

May 17 Frederick, Maryland

June 14 Bozeman, Montana

June 21 Bend, Oregon

July 12 Wichita, Kansas

July 23 Oshkosh, Wisconsin (EAA AirVenture)

August 16 Akron, Ohio (Props & Pistons Fly-In)

August 23 Denver, Colorado

September 6 Dallas, Texas

September 27 Woodruff, South Carolina (Triple Tree Festival)

September 28 Nashville, Tennessee

October 12 Livermore, California

November 15 Indianapolis, Indiana

Schedule subject to change. Check the website for updates and more details.

aopa.org/presidentstour

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