Research Guides: Aviation Science: Professional Organizations

Professional Organizations

These are just some of the many professional organizations you can join. Many professional organizations also have local chapters.

Airlines for America
Membership includes major U.S. air carriers. Airlines for America (A4A) advocates on behalf of its members to shape crucial policies and measures that promote safety, security and a healthy U.S. airline industry.
Airports Council International
Airports Council International (ACI) is the only global trade representative of the world’s airports. The site includes air traffic statistics.
American Helicopter Society International
The AHS is the prime professional association for those interested in vertical flight
Small Unmanned Aerial Systems
Small Unmanned Aerial Systems are fast being adopted for civilian research and survey roles around the world. Keeping a track on legislation and product developments sUAS news aims to be the news source for smaller UAV’s
University Aviation Association (UAA)
Represents mostly colleges and universities that teach aviation.