1. International Aerobatic Club Local Chapter Why should we start one and how do we get started? A.J. Hefel

2. Overview l What is IAC l History l Who should be a member? l What are the benefits of IAC? l What are the benefits of a local chapter? l What’s needed to get a chapter started? l What do we need from you today? l What’s on tap for today? l Questions

3. What is IAC? l International Aerobatic Club Organization for aerobatic enthusiasts (Not for pilots only!) l Division of EAA Purpose - to promote and enhance safety and enjoyment of sport aerobatics Goals Be world’s leading authority on aerobatic safety Be world’s leader on aerobatic education

4. History l IAC first started in 1970 Bob Heuer - founder l Created building block approach to sport aerobatics Developed the Basic, Sportsman, Intermediate, Advanced, Unlimited categories l Responsible for conduct and administration of aerobatic contests in USA Local, National, & World contests Contest format and rules Contest administration Contest judging and judges

5. Does IAC want only members who fly or compete? l NO! If you enjoy watching aerobatics….. If you want to learn more about aerobatics….. If you want to help promote aerobatic safety….. l …..then this group is for YOU!

6. What are IAC membership benefits? l Monthly Magazine Dedicated to aerobatics l Insurance Discounted plans available for pilots and aircraft l Safety Resources available for questions concerning safety issues l Competition Opportunity to compete at regional and national level

7. What are the benefits of a local chapter? l Opportunity to meet with other local aerobatic enthusiasts l Develop network of local aerobatic consultants l Promote aerobatic safety thru “hangar flying” and chapter events l Possibility to establish an area for aerobatic practice l Create opportunity to meet and watch some of the best aerobatic pilots in US perform at a local contest l Create opportunity to develop future aerobatic “stars”

8. What’s needed to start a local IAC Chapter? l Minimum of 5 current IAC/EAA members Serve as officers l Complete Paperwork Chapter Roster Chapter Application Chapter Insurance State Non-profit filing l Fees IAC membership – $45/$55 IAC chapter fees – $204 Local Dues – variable on member numbers

9. What do we need from you today? l Show of hands! Is there enough interest to start a local chapter? l If so, provide information on sign-up roster Name, address, phone #, e-mail address, and IAC number l Input What level of activity for chapter (monthly, quarterly) Ideas for activities l Volunteer Officer positions Help with paperwork – IAC, State non-profit filing l Initial Dues Not required at this time, will notify via e-mail Expected $20-30 annually

10. What’s on tap for today? l Meet other IAC members and aerobatic enthusiasts l Walk the flightline and look at aerobatic planes l Stay and watch aerobatic practice routines flown from 3 – 4 pm AJ Hefel/Laser – Intermediate routine Tony Johnstone/Decathlon – Sportsman figures

11. Questions?

12. Starting an IAC Local Chapter Thanks For Coming !