Membership Requirements
                    

Why apply to become a member of IBACP?

Because IBACP is recognized and endorsed by the aviation industry as a leader in professionalism and standards of the highest degree.

IBACP is not just a posting board for contract personnel.  It is a proud organization made up of and managed by Independent Contract Professionals (ICP's), and with the stringent requirements to become members, only the best of the best qualify and carry the membership and endorsement of IBACP.

Membership in IBACP defines your professionalism and standing in the aviation community.

Eligibility:

Contractors eligible for full membership include:

 

Full Membership Requirements for any of the eligible professionals include:

For Pilot Members:
(1)The Member must hold the appropriate and valid Airman Certificates, Ratings, and Type Ratings for the aircraft that he/she/she wishes to be recognized as a qualified crewmember.
(2) The Member must hold a current and valid Medical Certificate for the privileges of the Airman Certificate that the Member wishes to be recognized as qualified to perform.
(3) The Member must have attended simulator based, manufacturer approved training in the last 12 Calendar months for all aircraft that the Member wishes to be listed as qualified to operate. Alternating jet aircraft may be allowed per the discretion of the Board of Directors and/or the appointed Membership Committee provided the Member's experience level is such that the insurance requirements are met.
(4) Successfully completed the IBACP Screening Process as determined by the Board of Directors.
(5) The Member must have been a participant in Business Aviation for a minimum of 3 years out of the last 7 years.


For Flight Attendants:
(1) Must have attended formal Flight Attendant training for Business Aviation Aircraft to include in-flight emergencies, emergency egress, food handling and preparation during the last 24 calendar months.
(2) Must hold a certificate in First Aid training.
(3) Must hold a current “providers” card for Basic Cardiac Life Support or equivalent. (CPR & Choking for adults, children and infants). The applicant must hold a certificate of qualification to use an AED.
(4) Must possess a basic knowledge of Business Aviation practices and terminology
(5) Successfully completed the IBACP Screening Process as determined by the Board of Directors.
(6) Must have at least 2 years of professional experience in Business Aviation out of the last 5.

For Maintenance Technicians:
(1) Must hold a valid and active Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
(2) Must have attended a Manufacturer's approved training course for any aircraft that he/she/she wishes to list as qualified to work on.
(3) Must have been a participant in Business Aviation activities for at least 3 out of the last 7 years.
(4) Successfully completed the IBACP Screening Process as determined by the Board of Directors.



Application for Membership
(1) Application for Membership shall be submitted in writing in a form approved for such purpose by the Board of Directors. The application shall contain a statement, to be signed as part of the application procedure, that the applicant, if admitted, will be bound by the Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws then or thereafter in effect

(2) To be admitted to the Membership, each applicant must be approved by the Membership Committee prior to submitting to the IBACP screening process. If confirmed by the Membership Committee, the applicant will be allowed to submit for screening which will consist of testing and background checks as determined by the Board of Directors. Fees for the Testing and Background checks must be submitted in advance, and will not be refundable once the applicant has begun the screening process.

(3) Board of Directors approvals. At each regular meeting, the Board of Directors shall be asked to ratify by vote the actions taken on Membership applications since the previous meeting. Notice of action taken by the Membership Committee, and confirmation by the Board of such action, shall be promptly given to each applicant.

A Member’s liability for payment of dues shall commence on the first day of the month that is most coincident with approval of the application after the screening process has been completed by the Membership Committee. No Member shall have the right to vote until the Member’s dues have been paid.

Continuation of Active Membership:
IBACP Membership will be based on all Member requirements being kept current. If a Member fails to keep all of the requirements valid and current the Member's Membership will become null and void with all listings of qualifications removed from the IBACP website and registry.