tlsred02.jpg (20096 bytes)An association for
The Mooney Owners of America*
Associated with The International Mooney Owners Association Inc. (IMOA)

 

MOA Membership is designed to provide much needed services, timely invaluable information (data), privileges, and a sense of "family" to all Mooney owners and enthusiasts. The majority of this information will come to Regular Members via our professionally edited, color monthly magazine and via our interesting Web Site (http:///www.Mooneyowners.com)
Our
"Electronic Media Only" Members will receive their information largely (or solely) off the Web, including 12 issues of The MOA Pilot published electronically via downloadable Adobe Acrobat files.

Nowadays, with Mooney ownership representing a significant portion of many owners assets, we feel you both need and now demand the kind of organization MOA is; A professional source for "real world" Mooney ownership and operational information, timely assistance, and invaluable membership benefits available only available through MOA.

One major benefit to MOA Membership is your participation in our revolutionary MLS Program which (in effect) is a world wide Mooney Market Clearinghouse to either buy or sell your Mooney.

*MOA is totally independent "owners owned" organization and is not associated with, or a part of, Mooney Aircraft Co. Inc.

moaiaclrg02.jpg (14341 bytes)Protect your Mooney as a "valuable personal asset", and increase the fun, utility, and safety of flying our modern day magic carpet Mooneys.

Join and Support Your
MOA/Mooney Owners of America*
Today

MOA is a world wide, "member owned" and "managed", totally independent Mooney Owners and Enthusiasts association.  
*MOA is not associated with Mooney Aircraft Co. Inc. in any way.

For those owners who have both the interest and aptitude, we welcome your direction and input through various MOA Advisory Boards and especially though our Arbitration Board and Safety Foundation. If you have something valuable to say, MOA can even provide you a voice to reach all other Mooney enthusiasts.

star001.gif (1577 bytes)Click Here to join MOA on-line

MOA Purpose:

Dedicated to promote safety and enjoyment of the operating, equipping, and maintaining Mooney aircraft. To provide a meaningful conduit between the Mooney owner/enthusiast community and Mooney Aircraft Co., various Mooney suppliers, vendors, & accessory manufactures, as well as the FAA and other governmental agencies, etc. To establish educational programs promoting safety and awareness concerning Mooney aircraft. To provide a fair and un-biased forum for legitimate consumer concerns and awareness. To assist in enhancing a useful interchange, friendship, and fellowship between said parties and MOA Members, promote the value and utility of the Mooney ownership and operation to others through education and market awareness.

 


MOA Membership Benefits, Privileges and Yearly Dues

Regular U.S. Membership Dues Per Year:              $49.50
Including a years subscription
(12 monthly issues) to both the print mag. of The MOA Pilot Mag. & "electronically published" version (w/a U.S Address)

"Electronic Media Only" Membership Dues Per Year:        $29.95
Including a years subscription
(12 monthly issues) to the Internet Web Site "electronically published" version (only) of The MOA Pilot Mag.


International Members:
Add $15.50 (U.S.) to either membership category chosen.
Note: 
Numerous postal mailings are made to all members during the membership year, thus the added expense for non-U.S. Mailing addresses.


star001.gif (1577 bytes)Click Here to join MOA on-line

 

MOA_Logo_colorsm.jpg (14459 bytes)IMOA/MOA
Regular &
"Electronic Only"
Membership Benefits:

 

 

1) Monthly Subscription To The MOONEY PILOT Magazine

At the news stand price of $3.50, this 12 issue monthly mag. is nearly worth MOA’s yearly dues alone. The MOA PILOT is an invaluable, professionally edited, "wealth of Mooney knowledge" magazine directed to increase the fun, safety and utility of your Mooney ownership and flying experience while possibly decreasing the cost and lower any possible frustration level. It will soon be "The Worlds Most Widely Read Mooney Enthusiasts Magazine in The World"!

Regular MOA Members:
Receive their 12 issues of The MOA Pilot both ways, the usual printed magazine via U.S. Mail, and an identical electronic version off our Internet Site uniquely featuring state of the art Adobe "Hot Ad Links" to more valuable information about advertisers specific products or services.

"Electronic Media Only" MOA Members:
Retrieve their 12 issues of The MOA Pilot via our Internet Site which will publish it "electronically"  via downloadable Adobe Acrobat files w/the new "Hot Link" feature.

 

2) MOA's "Away From Home" (or Emergency) M20 Troubleshooter "Hot Line"

MOA Members are never be alone when, or if un-expected trouble or an aviation "incident" strikes! MOA will provide you free* access to a well known Mooney Expert when you need him the most!  
He will be there to assist you to make those tough "on the spot" maintenance or incident decisions. Many times, it is those same "I thought I had no other choice" or "I wish I had known about that before..." type decisions which can sometimes cost dearly if you aren't’t properly informed or think you had no other practical choices. Learn how (for example) to prevent many "gear up" damages which occur "after the fact" during retrieval and transporting,  and how your Mooney may even be better after an incident than before!
Also, when you are faced with a decision relative to the FAA, know what your options are before it is too late!  Before you "call the tower or ATC", call MOA!

Note: Each MOA member will receive several phone/fax access lines to nationwide MOA Certified experts.  "Non-member" Mooney owners may be charged for this service. Watch The MOA PILOT for further details.

 

MLSWORLDSM.gif (9012 bytes)3)   FREE and Preferred listings* in MOA's Mooney Listing Service (MLS);  A World Wide Mooney marketplace clearinghouse for all known Mooney buy/sell transactions. (Read about this MOA benefit closely)

MooneyAuction.gif (4730 bytes)MOA's MLS will be a revolutionary, invaluable, (one of a kind), database of; "All Mooneys known to be for sale" in the U.S!  MOA"s MLS will be "THE place to seek and sell a Mooney in the world marketplace.  MOA's staff of market researchers will canvas all popular publications, all known U.S. Mooney dealer/brokers who specialize in Mooneys, and even most major regional airport FBO's for local "bulletin board listings" and (most importantly), all U.S. Mooney owners at large via monthly questionnaires in the MOA Pilot Mag. which is being sent to all Mooney owners every other month!

MLSWORLDSM.gif (9012 bytes)MOA's Mooney Listing Service (MLS)
Stop and consider this!  If you were looking for a Mooney and the worlds only "owner owned & managed" Mooney Owners Association (MOA) was offering an accurate up-to date database list of: "All Mooneys Known To Be for Sale in the U.S".....would you be interested? 
You bet you would! 
MOA's MLS is THE only "One Stop Shopping Service" for all private and dealer/broker listings all in one place.....what serous M20 buyer wouldn't want access to
MOA's MLS
Now, you as a MOA Member has preferred, direct access and (under certain conditions), a free listing to this tremendous revolutionary Mooney marketing tool. 

*MOA Members will receive a Free classified listing in the MLS once a year and receive discounted rates for photo ads and extended MLS services.  See MOA"s MLS section for more details.

4) Confidential "Personal Hot Line" to MOA's FAA AME FAA Medical (Airman's Medical Examiner); "Dr. X"

Protect your Medical.  Have a special medical or medication query you need answered w/out lots of official "FAA Red Tape"? Those of us who have ever had to deal with the FAA concerning Airmen's Medicals will feel this benefit is worth it's weight in M20 gold!  Ask Dr. X your personal medical questions prior to problems arising. All queries and associated replies kept strictly confidential at the enquirers request.  Dr.X will also discuss preventative methods as to how you can prevent problems before they happen.
Note: 
This MOA Member Benefit may not interest those who think Bob Hoover got what he deserved.....and that the FAA is always there to "help"!


5)
Access To MOA's Mooney related Dispute Arbitration Panel and MOA's Advisory Board

gavel01.gif (6811 bytes)Lets face it.  While we would like it to be perfect, sometimes our world simply isn't!  Let YOUR association help with disputes between you and any Mooney service provider or supplier, and help eliminate hard feelings and/or expensive attorneys. Sometimes all that is necessary is a third party's cool and reasonable intervention to maintain good client relations and warm feelings.  If our Arbitration Panel can’t assist you in reaching a satisfactory conclusion, MOA provides an outlet (via The Mooney Pilot magazine) to serving to ward off similar problems in the future for benefit of every Mooney owner. Think about it, for once "You are not alone....." 
Also, every MOA Member is eligible to participate in MOA"s Advisory Board of Directors.  Interested?  It is you're association....get involved!
Note:
Want to be a part of MOA's Advisory Board of Directors or the Arbitration Panel?   Inquire about the 2 & 4 year terms in your region.


5)
  Free Personal MOA PILOT Classified Ads

class_add2.gif (2005 bytes)Utilize the entire U.S. Mooney ownership & enthusiast network to sell your "Mooney stuff", rent your vacation condo, or whatever. Since the MOA PILOT is being sent every other month to every Mooney owner in the U.S and published on our Site as well, our ads are the most widely read within the entire Mooney marketplace.......bar none!  Two free text ads or one free electronic Internet photo ad per year, your choice.


6)
One Free Aircraft BLUEBOOK Computerized Appraisal Per Year

Know what your Mooney is worth at all times. Your MOA Membership garners you a  computerized appraisal on your specific Mooney equipped just like it is, or the way you envision.


7)
Aviation Attorney Referral Service To a MOA
Certified "aviation savvy" Attorney

Nowadays it pays to get expert legal advise if the FAA calls or sends you a "how come" or "please explain" letter. Protect your license and right to fly your Mooney!


8) MOA's "Welcome Wings" Directory & Illustrated Mooniac Fly Guide"

welcome wagonsm.jpg (7199 bytes) FlyGuideCpetlogolsm01.gif (5949 bytes)When you are on the airways and need advise as to where to stay, where to eat, maybe a simple ride into town, or even a place to stay, our MOA Member Welcome Wings Directory will be there to give you access to a fellow Mooney enthusiast just when you need one! Our Electronic directory will provide several categories of "help" ranging from simple local advice to maybe even a fellow MOA’s Members own spare bedroom for the night.
A special section will be devoted to MOA members who may have a vacation condo, house, or apartment to rent to fellow Mooniacs.
moamooniac02.jpg (12915 bytes)MOA's Fly Guide will be well tested by fellow Mooniacs who have been there before and done that! We know the Fly-Guide and our unique Welcome Wings Directory will be an invaluable asset to your flight planning chart by allowing you to feel at home away from home and know the best places to go.


9) The IMOA M20 Safety Foundation, Mooney Specialist CFI's, and MPW's (Mooney Profeciency Workshops)

Your MOA M20 Safety Foundation will provide a outline and vehicle by which IMOA (International Mooney Owners Assn.) M20 Safety Board Members can get involved and sponsor fly-in operational and ownership and pilots clinics around the country to increase the level of maintenance and safety awareness of Mooney ownership and operation. The foundation will also publish a comprehensive accident and incident report summaries and their analyzation through the eyes of Mooney Maintenance and Flying Pros so as we can all learn from others mistakes w/out having to repeat them!

Coming Soon!
M20 Safety Foundation MPW's'
Mooney Profeciency Workshops
These highly structured workshops will be staffed by Mooney experienced CFI's and ATP"s which wield the experience and talent to increase the fun and safety of enjoying your Mooney to the fullest!  Read more about them in the MOA PILOT

 

10) MOA Advertisers Discount Coupons

Just what it says, let your MOA Membership pay you dividends. Good with many MOA advertisers, suppliers, and their distributors. Watch for coupons in their ads.


11) A Coupon for 1 Free 36 Point Safety Inspection On Your Mooney Per Year at the MOA Certified Service Stations* of your choice.

Within 60 days we anticipate having a minimum of 4 MOA Certified Service Stations* within the U.S.   This inspection is being launched at:

  • Coy Jacob’s Mooney Mart/Mod Squad, Venice, Florida location,
  • Ivan James location at Sexaur Flying Service Perreyville, MO. (near St. Louis), and
  • Tom Rouch @ Top Gun at Long Beach, CA.  

Keep watch for other regional locations to be MOA Certified near you soon. Have your Mooney inspected by the true experts. This Safety Inspection is done in accordance with the 50 Hr. Mooney Service Manual guidelines and is usually done in harmony with an (optional) oil & filter change. Each MOA Member is entitled to one  complementary Safety Inspection per year. A $150 value. (More locations soon to be announced within 60 days)
*Note:  Not   to be confused with "Mooney Service Centers" as MOA is totally
independent and has no obligations to, nor is associated with Mooney Aircraft Co. Inc.


12) Free* M20 Aircraft Asset Estate Protection Service & Kit

Don’t let somebody "steal your Mooney" or a large part of it when you are no longer here to protect it. While hard to believe, it isn't as uncommon as you may think! Most aircraft owners have no idea how many "bogus" liens and "old bills" can surface for your heirs to deal with as well as how many estate GA aircraft are eventually "sold" for far less than their worth merely because, after postponing it for months or even years, heirs end up selling it for a song just to; "get it off our hands"!
Let MOA’s Estate Protection Service protect your estate when you no longer can. Write or call for more details and/our complete Mooney Aviation Estate Protection Kit.
*Note: 
Expenses only, excluding a brokerage fee (if any), thee is no fee for this service.

 

13)   Lots of Great MOA Stuff: Attractive MOA Membership Emblem For Your M20, MOA Membership ID/Charge Card, MOA Key Fob, and MOA/Mooney high quality, pocketed, 4 color T-Shirt or custom MOA embroidered Cap.

A great way to say; "I care about my Mooney and MY ORGANIZATION" and to identify yourself to other "MOA family members" and to point out to any maintenance organization that your "aren't’t alone"......

 

Wait, besides the preceding bakers dozen benefits, there is more to come.......

  • Coming Soon:  MOA Mooney M20 Insurance Program
  • Monthly MOA PILOT Mag. Mooney Sleuth Contest: 
    1 Free Annual Inspection (per month):
    To the best Mooney Sleuth or The MOA PILOT reader who is the first each month to find the word "Mooney" misspelled!   Note: Free Inspection portion only, "squawk" parts & labor extra.
  • Eligibility to be on MOA’s Advisory Board of Directors
    Have a voice in YOUR ORGANIZATION! Help make MOA valuable to you and all other Mooney owners in the U.S. Help by serving on the various Board of Directors such as MOA’s Advisory Board, the Arbitration Board, the Maintenance Board, the Estate Protection Board, or help by writing interesting articles for The MOONEY PILOT Magazine.
  • And, For A Limited Time Only! Special Charter Member Benefits:

1) Free MOA Charter Member T's, or custom embroidered Caps! Nifty colorful MOA Logo flight line hat or T-Shirt, your choice; ($16.95 value, see illustration)

3) Special Charter Member Membership Card and Special Charter Member Number (CM) which will identify you always as long as you are a MOA Member. As long as you maintain your MOA membership, your member will always contain a "CM" designation which will always identify you as a official Charter Member and you will always have "first choice" on limited availability offerings.

4) A ½ Price Annual Inspection or 50 hr Inspection (limited time only)  That’s right, for a very limited time only the very first few Charter Members will receive a MOA ½ Price Annual Coupon which will be good for the (inspection portion) on your next annual OR a Free 50 hr Inspection (labor only) as designated by the official Mooney Service Manual on your specific Mooney. These Charter Member Coupons are redeemable at several MOA Certified Service Centers nationwide. See your Charter membership package and/or MOA’s Web Site for specific availability and details.

 

Compare These Outstanding Benefits to ANY OTHER General Aviation Pilot/Owner Organization!

star001.gif (1577 bytes)Click Here to join MOA on-line

 

Application Form:

N Number: N_______________