The aim of the Regional Aviation Association of Australia (RAAA) is to promote the maintenance of a viable regional aviation industry. Your support will help.

   Membership Overview

Membership of the Association is open to any organisation that can demonstrate active involvement in, or support of, the regional aviation industry, and typically includes:

• airlines and charter operators;
• aeromedical operators;
• other aerial work operators;
• training organisations, including flying schools;
• maintenance organisations;
• airports;
• engine and airframe manufacturers and distributors;
• equipment and spare parts suppliers;
• financiers;
• insurers;
• fuel and oil manufacturers and distributors;
• consultants;
• trade journals; and
• some government departments and agencies.

   The Regional Aviation Association

• Promotes a recognition by government and regulatory policy makers of the vital role that the regional airline industry plays in the Australian transport system, in tourism and in the national economy;
• Lobbys government and its agencies on behalf of the industry and its members;
• Provides wide representation for the regional aviation industry by lobbying of Ministers and senior officials, through parliamentary submissions, personal contact, and by active participation in a number of consultative forums;
• Monitors government and regulatory authority policy formulation to ensure regional aviation industry association members gain input into policies and decisions which may affect the flying, maintenance and commercial operations of their businesses;
• Consults with and provides advice to policy makers and regulatory authorities on aviation safety and security regulation and related issues; and
• Promotes high professional standards and professional development through the Technical Working Group, Annual Convention and other forums.

   Membership Benefits

All members receive regular industry updates and invitations to comment on a wide range of issues, and are encouraged to participate fully in the Association’s activities.

All members are invited to attend the RAAA Convention - the ultimate annual networking event for anyone who is involved with regional aviation. The Convention includes a Trade Exhibition, Gala Dinner and Golf Tournament, and features talks and discussions by international and Australian experts on the latest issues affecting the industry.

RAAA Membership provides:

• Discount Registration Fees for the RAAA Convention;
• Discount on Trade Site Hire for the RAAA Convention;
• Priority placement of limited spaces at the Convention Trade Exhibition

The RAAA has proven to be a very effective voice of and lobbyist for regional aviation. Membership of the RAAA not only allows members to utilise the Association in this way, but it will also provide the vehicle for substantial networking and exchange of information with industry colleagues.

   Become involved and JOIN the RAAA today.