PMOPA - Piper M-Class Owners & Pilots Association

06/17/2026

AOPA: FAA’s Bedford Opposes ADS-B-Based Billing

"[ADS-B] was intended to be a safety and situational awareness tool” and not a revenue driver for airports seeking to impose landing fees on users. That was the message FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford had for a Senate Aviation Subcommittee hearing earlier this month, bolstering opposition to the controversial practice that has become increasingly common at airfields across the country. AOPA adds Bedford also recently shared the same message to an airport operator’s conference, telling attendees “we frown on the concept of using ADS-B information for revenue collection at airports.”

In a Senate Aviation Subcommittee hearing on May 19, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the FAA dislikes the practice of using ADS-B to charge fees to pilots.

06/15/2026

The PMOPA Safety & Education Foundation is accepting applications through July 15 for its 2026 Maintenance Scholarship, designed to support both aspiring and current aviation maintenance professionals committed to the Piper M-Class community. Open to students in A&P programs, apprenticeship candidates, and working technicians, the scholarship provides up to $5,000 in financial assistance for tuition, testing, and advanced training such as avionics or engine programs. Recipients will commit to two years in the PMOPA maintenance community and attend the PMOPA Convention during that time, with related expenses covered. Maintenance facility representatives should complete the application and attach a detailed personal statement from the scholarship candidate, along with a letter of reference to be considered for a scholarship award.

https://pmopasafety.org/maintenance-scholarship/

06/14/2026

06/13/2026

Help Shape Pratt & Whitney’s Presentation at the 2026 PMOPA Convention!

2 Days Left to submit your feedback to Pratt & Whitney

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8SDFQBB

As we gear up for the PMOPA Convention this October, Pratt & Whitney wants to ensure their session delivers maximum value to our owner and operator community. To tailor their presentation directly to your needs, they’ve asked for your input on the topics that matter most to you. Whether you want to dive deep into PT6 longevity, understand how to minimize avoidable downtime, or participate in a live "Ask Pratt Anything" Q&A, this is your chance to steer the conversation. Please take a brief moment to select your top interests. Please submit your feedback by Monday, June 15 so we can share the results with the P&WC team as they develop their presentation. Thank you for helping us make this year's convention our best one yet!

06/12/2026

Webinar Registration
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06/11/2026

🔧✈️ Exciting opportunity for current and future aviation maintenance professionals.

The PMOPA Safety & Education Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Maintenance Scholarship Program, with scholarships up to $5,000 available for qualifying students, apprentices, and technicians.

Applications are open through July 15, 2026.

Apply today:
https://pmopasafety.org/maintenance-scholarship/

06/09/2026

PMOPA Members,

Pratt & Whitney is asking for your input as they prepare for their session at the PMOPA Convention this October.

Take a few minutes to complete the survey:

Pratt & Whitney Convention Survey- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8SDRZMQ

Your feedback will help make this year's convention even more valuable for the PMOPA community. ✈️

06/09/2026

PMOPA's 2026 Convention:
Serious About Safety | Passionate About Flying
Join the PMOPA community Oct. 8-11 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs for our Annual Convention & Fly-in! This year's Convention, themed "Serious About Safety | Passionate About Flying" promises to be one of the best yet! PMOPA's Convention Team has put together a strong educational program, the exhibit hall is almost sold out, The Broadmoor delivers an exceptional experience and the social activities will be memorable. New for 2026, PMOPA is introducing a new "Social Activities" rate just for companions, which includes the Thursday evening welcome reception, Friday afternoon Broadmoor Art Walk tour, Friday evening reception with our exhibitors and Saturday evening Gala to support the PMOPA SEF.

PMOPA welcomes the Piper M-Class community to The Broadmoor in Colo...