1996年9月，俄罗斯航空器拥有者及驾驶员协会（AOPA-Russia） 正式成为国际理事会第40位附属成员。作为国际航空器拥有者及驾驶员协会（IAOPA）的俄罗斯会员代表，该协会戏剧性地阐述了通用航空在前苏维埃政府的新民主国家的发展开端和振奋人心的发展可能性。目前，商业航空在俄罗斯受到重视，IAOPA期望新航空器拥有者及驾驶员协会的组成将会为通用航空提供当局代表服务，开拓东欧国家的空域和机场。AOPA-Russia希望在自己国家里，飞行能够惠及到每个人。同时，他们计划为会员提供空中乘务卡和其他相关的折扣和优惠服务。

In September 1996, AOPA-Russia became the 40th affiliate member to be accepted by the International Council. Russiaís membership in IAOPA dramatically illustrates the openings and exciting possibilities for general aviation in the new democracies of the former Soviet State. Currently, business aviation is valued in Russia and IAOPA expects the formation of the new AOPA there will provide general aviation with representation before authorities that will result in greater access to airspace and airports in Eastern Europe. AOPA-Russia hopes to make flying easier for everyone in their country. As well, they plan to provide members with Air Crew Cards and the discounts and benefits that go along with them.