With $1.5 million in seed money, the 415,000-member Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association is funding the first phase of an advertising campaign aimed at countering what they fear is the public’s negative perception of general aviation and to increase awareness of the industry’s impact on the broader U.S. economy. The campaign, which launched April 20 and includes print, online and broadcast elements—many featuring actor and AOPA member Harrison Ford—is initially targeted to policy makers in the Washington, D.C. area, said AOPA spokesperson Chris Dancy. AOPA print ads are part of a $1.5 million advertising effort by the group to influence aviation policy and… Read More