Finally... A Next Generation Aviation Community And Platform Focused On Making You Better, Safer, Supported And More Entertained. E3 Aviation Association Is The Ultimate Place for Pilots and Aviation Enthusiasts to Collaborate and Grow - No Matter What You Fly or What Your Interests Are.
WELCOME HOME...
E3 Aviation Association's mission is to Empower, Educate and Entertain the aviation community through a unique online and live membership experience. You'll enjoy a customized, personal experience with the mobile app, member platform, industry product partners, live experiences and more. Your light sport, general aviation, maintenance, military or professional aviation world will soar to a whole new level... all while saving money and helping others.
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YOUR MEMBERSHIP PAYS FOR ITSELF (For Years) IN THE FIRST MONTH...
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E3 Aviation has it all and brings industry professionals, military, students, and general aviation together in one aviation community... and helps the entire community save a ton of money while doing it.
E3 Aviation focuses on results-based resources, engaging media, community online and in-person events, outstanding and entertaining online content, saving money on all kinds of products, and providing an outstanding member experience for all aviators.
NOT ONLY will you access tremendous benefits in your membership BUT ALSO, Your membership helps to give back and inspire our aspirational pilots. The ACE (Aerospace Center for Excellence) program, through its outreach programs, education and scholarships has been making a positive impact in the industry with young aviators who want to soar as pilots and aviation professionals.
As an E3 MEMBER you're helping to give back!
LAUNCHING MARCH 2023 - Get on the PRE-LAUNCH Email list below now!
YOUR CHANCE TO GET A FOUNDING MEMBER SPOT...
When we launch, we will be allowing 5000 FOUNDERS. Once you are a Founder you are a Founder forever and get special member pricing, perks and benefits.
Get on the FRONT-OF-THE-LINE list NOW. When we launch you will be given 48-hour advance notice for your chance to snap up one of the Founder spots. NO OBLIGATION today; you are just joining the FRONT-OF-THE-LINE email list.
Meet the Team, and Experts...
John "RAIN" Waters
E3 Aviation Founder, USAF Veteran, Former F-16 Combat Fighter Pilot - 180 Combat Missions & F-16 Viper Demo Team Commander & Pilot (2017-2019), Boeing 777 Pilot, CFII, C-152/C-172, T-6II, T-38C, King Air 350, F-16C/D, 777, "Afterburn Podcast".
Michael Goulian
E3 Master Ambassador, National Aerobatic & Air Race Champion, Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot, CFII and "ACE".
John "SLICK" Baum
E3 Vice President - USAF Thunderbird Demonstration Pilot (2009-2010), F-16 Weapons School Instructor “TopGun”, ATP and CFII; CV F-16, Alpha Jet and L-39, “Aerospace Advantage Podcast”.
Mindy Lindhiem
E3 Director of Media, CFII, Former Factory Demo Pilot for Textron Aviation, Citation 525 Single Pilot Type-Rated, "Chasin’ Tailwinds" YouTube Series, Cessna Skylane Owner.
Brian Johnson
E3 Founder, CEO E3 Association, ATP, King Air C90, F90, B200, Conquest 2, Cheyenne 2, 2KL, 3, Single Pilot Typed in C500,C525,C550, Extra 300L, Sea Plane, multiple aircraft owner.
Adam Painchaud
E3 Founder, Ret USAF Special Agent, Master Instructor, former Director of the Sig Sauer Academy, Army Ranger, Federal Agent, trained some of the most elite agencies, special operations units aviation, SWAT teams.
Warren Cilliers
A&P, Master Technician and owner Cilliers Aviation. Classically trained Air Force mechanic with full FAA Certifications. Official Tech to the E3 Aviation Extra 300. Competition aerobatics pilot.
You're Never Alone!
You're in the NO JUDGMENT ZONE!
A membership in E3 Aviation provides the tools, resources, entertainment, and supportive community to help you make fun, memorable experiences, and provide peace of mind while enjoying the aviation world and saving you a ton of money along the way.
E3 Empowers You In Many Ways... Through your personalized intake process we create a customized membership experience based on your needs and what your passion is.
E3 Aviation focuses on results-based online education and content, aviation community, in-person events, engaging media and shows, and entertaining content by providing an outstanding membership experience for our members. We set the standard in creating greatness in peoples' lives through their aviation passion. From Cubs to twin pistons, to turbo-props, to P51s and fighter jets, our content continues to span the spectrum of the aviation world. Students to general aviation to the military... everyone is invited to join this ever-growing fun and informative community.
- Saving you money through member-only discounts on aviation gear, tools and equipment, electronics, avionics, apps, plus much more. We have worked with many top manufacturers and products to bring you "behind the membership" massive discounts and opportunities. (Value - Thousands) One partner offer can pay for your membership for YEARS!
- Educating you on the best and safest practices for flying, whether that’s aerobatics, professional pilot or general aviation and light sport, through online courses and in-person training events held around the nation. (VALUE - Priceless)
- Connecting with thousands of like-minded members, through our technology, regional fly-ins, app, conferences and events. (VALUE - Thousands)
- Entertaining you with first-class content, our platform grows monthly with new and the latest shows and content all part of you membership. The NETFLIX of Aviation (VALUE - Thousands)
- Resources and tools, gain access to the ever-growing tools and resources at your fingertips. (VALUE - Thousands)
- AND SO MUCH MORE BELOW...
The E3 Aviation membership is ever-evolving and growing. The below list is just scratching the surface of all the benefits, fun and savings for E3 Aviation members. You get to be a pioneer and the first in the E3 Aviation world by being a Founding member. Once a Founder ALWAYS a Founder and you will receive those Founders perks as long as you are a member. AND REMEMBER... there are only a limited amount of Founders that can be let into the program. Then they are GONE forever.
"Founder" Access (LIMITED TIME) You get special treatment with your Founder status. From perks to front-of-the-line opportunities and special Founder-Only content and calls. (Warning: Only a limited amount of people get Founder perks! Once the launch is over, no one else gets the "Founder" status or benefits. The best part is YOU will have it forever!) See details below
- Special Pricing
- Additional industry partner discounts
- FOUNDER-only events and online events
- Founder Concierge access
- Founder merchandise and badges
- Founder Luggage tag
- JUST TO NAME A FEW
Just look at what you're getting when you START your RISK-FREE E3 Aviation Association Membership Today!
***(Value $6500)***
24/7 Access to the Platform Today ($ value) You get access to much of the content in our ever-growing library. New shows every month, added courses and lessons monthly, live "E3TV" streams.
- Interactive shows that you can ask questions and participate with
- Live Q&A calls
- Member-only podcasts
- Searchable library
- Courses and lessons
- Topic talks
- Member-only classifieds where you can buy, sell and trade
- Member industry event calendar
- Digital interactive magazine loaded with actionable content, embedded videos, audio and more. With in-depth features and profiles of all things aviation, E3 Aviation is a premier magazine. Packed with stunning photography and fascinating stories, this is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation. Our digital interactive magazine goes way beyond print where the content jumps off the page and is accessible through desktop, tablets and your mobile app.
- Email messages from the experts - Weekly tips and tricks based on the area of aviation you are interested in.
- Exclusive content and education from ACE and SUN 'n FUN - One of our goals is to support our future generation of aviators. We have teamed up with ACE to support their mission and to give more exposure to their programs. As an E3 Aviation member, you will get access to exclusive and valuable content created by ACE and their experts - a massive section dedicated to behind-the-firewall content. In addition, you'll get exclusive access and discounts to SUN 'n FUN and the E3 member-only VIP tent and activities at the yearly SUN 'n FUN airshow. Be right on the flight line with perks and food while you rub elbows with the E3 Ambassadors and other members. Attend podcast filming, expert talks, live talks and more just for Members.
- Custom Dynamic Member Platform - Your home base is a sophisticated, but simple-to-use, powerful platform housing all of your online experiences. There, you can interact with members, buy and sell in the classifieds, get product deals, watch shows, view the magazine archives, search the library and access the full power of the platform.
- Loads of Ever-Expanding Content and Shows - The Netflix of aviation. Check in regularly to find more and more shows, lessons, topic talks, courses, education and extras released into your platform in a searchable library - a treasure trove of media. As a Founder you get to be the first to see it, then watch it all grow as you will be an integral part of helping to mold the content through your platform input.
- Experts, professionals, and personalities - Bringing you some fun and entertaining shows and content that will keep you learning and growing as an aviator. Our production team and ambassadors are constantly creating new media that is released every month.
- Regional fly-ins and events - Your E3 Regional hosts organize events throughout the country. And they work together to host E3 National events and fly-ins. From exclusive E3 Member VIP events at key areas around the country to secret limited hideaways. You get to have fun with other members at all of them.
- National conferences and events - As a member you get access and invitations to the E3 Association family of brands conferences and events throughout the country. You can also attend E3 Firearms, E3 Camping and RV, E3 OffRoad, and E3 Overland events as part of your membership. Join us at SUN 'n FUN in the special member-only VIP tent right on the flight line.
- Personal Customized Experience - Once you join, you will complete a personalized-intake process allowing our systems and team to deliver the exact experience and content you're interested in. From light sport to airline or military pilot and everything in between. There are many things just for you with more added monthly.
- Member-only Classifieds Engine - Buy, sell and trade through the member-only classified sections. As a member you can place your own ads to other members FOR FREE and also take advantage when manufacturers place listings for their refurbished and returned items. This classified engine gives members unprecedented savings on factory-warranted products.
- Private Exclusive Product Discounts - Behind the membership firewall, we constantly seek out relationships and special offers with aviation manufacturers and retailers. Through our buying power, we are able to negotiate unprecedented prices on products for members. REMEMBER ... it's not open to the public and must remain for MEMBERS ONLY.
- Mobile App - Access your platform, member community, partner deals, shows and more all through a native mobile app. You can send and receive messages from your friends and other members, interact with experts, watch shows and access the library... all from the mobile app on your phone or tablet.
If you wait until you're ready,
where will you be?
You'll still be at home.
And sure, your life is nice right now. Comfortable.
But you also know that deep down, you were made to do more... to experience a life beyond the ordinary and experience true freedom.
There can be a lot of uncertainty, misinformation and limited resources making the aviation learning curve longer and steeper than it needs to be.
Your E3 Aviation membership eliminates the guesswork and will help you build confidence quickly!
Don't risk making common aviation mistakes or squander money on products you don't need. Instead, become an E3 member today and elevate your flying experience!
Don't miss out on becoming an E3 Aviation FOUNDING MEMBER and get the following benefits forever! (only 5000 Founders available)
Enroll today and receive these LIMITED-TIME bonus gifts and $PECIAL LAUNCH PRICING during the launch month.
BONUS 1: E3 Crew Luggage Tag (All Members)
Custom luggage or pilot bag crew tag with your member number and tracking details. If you ever loose your bag, E3 Aviation concierge will be able to connect you with the person that found it.
BONUS 2: E3 Aviation Limited Edition Hat (Premium and VIP Members)
Top quality LIMITED launch hat. This limited-edition hat will only be made available to E3 Aviation Members ONCE!
BONUS 3: VIP Tent On The Flight Line (* free for VIP and Premium ANNUAL members and 50% off for all others)
Come hang with all the ambassadors and other E3 Members. We have a private VIP tent right on the flight line for E3 Members only. Listen to talks, watch the podcast filmings, see the E3 film crew in action and get to meet many great aviators and sit in on their talks LIVE.
PRE-LAUNCH Email List. There is no obligation to join the exclusive list to get advance notice to grab one of the limited FOUNDERS spots at launch.
Additional Bonus for Launch Month and FOUNDERS:
As an E3 Member you will be automatically invited to join us, the team and other members at the private VIP tent right on the flight line at SUN 'n FUN 2023. Watch the filming of podcasts and tv shows with the founders on stage, enjoy the airshow right from the main flight line in the E3 Aviation private tent and seating area, meet and greet with Ambassadors, enjoy food and drinks, and so much more in store for this great event.
ALL PART OF YOUR E3 MEMBERSHIP *To get private access to the E3 Members tent and seating, you STILL have to purchase a Sun 'n Fun entry ticket at the gate.
$Launching Soon
Per Month
(Launching soon - watch for special launch pricing)
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Standard monthly membership includes:
- E3 Digital Magazine
- Industry Calendar
- Mobile App
- Members-Only Classifieds
- Exclusive Product Discounts
$Launching Soon
Per Month
(Launching soon - watch for special launch pricing)
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Premium monthly membership includes:
- E3 Aviation Digital Magazine
- Full Platform Access
- All Content, Lessons and Shows
- Members-Only Classifieds
- Industry Events Calendar
- "LIVE" Calls - Ask your questions
- Expert Interviews
- Exclusive Product Discounts-Highest Percentage
- 48-Hour Advance Notice on Limited Trips and Events
- 48-Hour Advance Notice on Fly-Ins Registration
- Members-Only Webinars
- Premium-Only Meetups
- E3 Events Calendar
- Weekly Ambassador Video Message and Tips
- Mobile App - Full Version
- ACE Content (Aerospace Center for Excellence)
- Ask an Expert
- All Groups Access
- Job Availability Engine
- Full Online E3 Community Access
- Platform Articles
- Member Connection App tools
- Private E3 Event Access at Airshows*
$Launching Soon
Per Month
(Launching soon - watch for special launch pricing)
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VIP monthly membership includes:
EVERYTHING IN PREMIUM PLUS:
- Dedicated Concierge
- 72-Hour Advance Notice on Limited Trips, Events and Fly-Ins
- VIP Private Events at ACE Lakeland FL
- Yearly VIP GALA at Banyan Air*
- VIP Dinners and Access at Airshows and Events*
- VIP Seating at All Events
- VIP-Only LIVE Calls and Webinars
How We Give Back...
E3 Aviation Association is a proud supporter of SUN 'n FUN and the ACE program, donating a portion of every membership. The Aerospace Center for Excellence, the most unique educational campus in the United States, is located on the Lakeland Linder International Airport (KLAL). The ACE Campus includes the Aerospace Pavilion, the Florida Air Museum, the Central Florida Aerospace Academy (CFAA) High School, The Lakeland Aero Club – a high school flying club, the Piedmont Experience – a Boeing 727 classroom, the Piedmont Hangar, the Tom Davis Education Center, the Buehler Restoration Center, the Crossfield Discovery Center, and the Skylab Innovation Center.
E3 Aviation Proudly Supports Banyan Air
For over 20 years, the owners and founders of E3 Association have worked with and been based at Banyan Air. Through 10 aircraft Banyan and their team have been a world-class company to work with.
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