Desi Owners and Pilots Association
Where Aviation Enthusiasts Connect. Drink Chai. Go Fly.
Featured Aircraft
Explore the diverse fleet of our members
Van's Aircraft RV12
Year: 2022
Owner: Balaji Thiagarajan
Light Sport Aircraft - RV12iS...
Piper Comanche 250
Year: 1963
Owner: Pathman Sutharshan
My first ever aircraft. Love flying it, although peers are pressuring me to upgrade to a twin. :-)...
Cessna TTx
Year: 2014
Owner: Srinivas Pattamatta
Commander Aircraft 114
Year: 1976
Owner: Kumar Selvam
She is my first beauty (and the beast). Learned to fly in this magnificent machine. Had been through...
Beechcraft Bonanza A36
Year: 1987
Owner: Yashovardhana Kote
Cessna 182 Skylane
Year: 1984
Owner: Jay Trivedi
Cessna 421B
Year: 1975
Owner: Nanji Chandrasekhar
Old Faithful III: 8 place, pressurized mini airliner. Our Chevy Suburban in the sky!...
Cirrus SR22T
Year: 2017
Owner: TJ Shembekar
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Respect & Inclusivity
We welcome all members regardless of experience level or background, fostering an inclusive environment.
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Cultural Awareness
We celebrate diversity and promote cross-cultural understanding and camaraderie.