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WELCOME to a most extraordinary group of aviators, the United Flying Octogenarians, who have maintained the knowledge, skills, and currency required to take command of an aircraft at the age of 80 or more. We are pleased to provide official recognition of such a significant achievement. Founded in 1982 with just a handful of pilots, we have grown to 1,700 members worldwide.
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The UFO is a volunteer organization. If you want to volunteer, we will guide you through the process. The more you participate, the greater the satisfaction you will feel for having given something back and the more fun you will have doing it.
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Membership at a Glance
Auxiliary Wing Membership
Age 75-79
​Active pilot
$80 to join
$25 annual renewal
UFO Membership - Full
Membership in the United Flying Octogenarians is open to anyone who flew a fixed or rotary wing, glider, sport or balloon aircraft as a Pilot in Command on or after their 80th birthday. No upper age limit exists if dues are current. Auxiliary membership is not a prerequisite for the United Flying Octogenarians membership.
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The initial membership fee is $80, and is good for one full calendar year. Your membership renews annually in the month you joined and is $25.
Membership includes:
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Full participation in all UFO events across the country.
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An electronic copy of the Friendship Directory listing all UFO members and Auxiliary Wing members.
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New members also receive: an official UFO membership hat, patch, button, membership card, certificate of membership, and welcome letter.
The Auxiliary Wing represents still actively flying 75 - 79 year-old pilots. Unlike the United Flying Octogenarian membership, there is an upper age limit. A subset of the United Flying Octogenarians organization, the Auxiliary Wing was established:
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To encourage and support fellowship among similarly aged pilots.
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To promote longevity and safety in aviation for older pilots worldwide.
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To encourage these members to come to all the United Flying Octogenarians events and activities.
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Take an active role in local activities as well as leadership positions.
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To assist UFO leaders in preparing, inviting, and presenting programs and meetings.
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Membership in the Auxiliary Wing is open to any active pilot in any Class or Category of aircraft while in compliance with the legal requirements applicable in the nation issuing his/her flight authority, and on or after reaching the age of seventy-five (75) until reaching the age of 80. Auxiliary membership is not a prerequisite for the United Flying Octogenarians membership.
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​It is $80 for new Auxiliary Wing members. Membership renews annually in the month you joined and is $25.
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Auxiliary Wing Perks:
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Members will be listed in the directory in the Auxiliary Wing section.
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New members also receive: an official UFO Auxiliary Wing hat (red only), patch, button, membership card, certificate of membership, and welcome letter.
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Membership renewal will be on the anniversary of joining the Auxiliary Wing and paying dues.​​