Washington Pilots Association
Proposed Revised Bylaws for WPA
Dear WPA members: Please review the revised Bylaws approved by the State WPA Board of Directors at the BOD meeting at Paine Field on January 10, 2026. Considerable effort has gone into bringing our WPA Bylaws up-to-date. In order to facilitate your review, the areas of change are highlighted in yellow.
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This revision is being submitted to the WPA membership for a vote of approval at our annual meeting at the Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show in Puyallup on February 21, 2026. Please join us at that annual meeting and be prepared to vote on the 2026 version of they bylaws recommend by the State WPA Board of Directors.
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WPA Aims to Advance and Protect
the Interests of General Aviation in Washington State
Youth Scholarships
The WPA Youth Aviation Scholarship Fund (YASF) is a 501(C) (3) foundation dedicated to the future of aviation. In addition, several chapters around the state provide scholarships for training.
Advocacy & Action
The WPA Political Action Committee (WPA-PAC) is focused on general aviation interests in Washington. Likewise, WPA works with Airport Managers, WSDOT, State Legislators, AOPA,the FAA and others to advocate for GA interests in Washington State.
Richard Beckert, WPA President
The Washington Pilots Association started in 1960 and has grown to nearly 24 chapters and over 1500 members statewide. Since its inception the WPA has centered itself around Advocacy, Education, Outreach and Social interests of GA pilots. These four pillars drive our efforts to promote and protect general aviation throughout Washington State. Whether you're a veteran pilot or have just discovered a passion for aviation, we are proud to welcome you to the wonders of flight in the Pacific Northwest! You are the voice of all pilots flying in our state, and we know that strength in numbers works.