“As pilots, aircraft owners, and long-term board members with decades of service between us, we are stepping down with mixed emotions, given our dedication and passion for AOPA’s mission. Still, we are confident that making way for the reelect generation of leaders is the right decision for AOPA.” Source: AOPA Board Chairman Jim Hauslein, bowing to immense external pressure and announcing that he will not seek further representation on the board, following extensive outcry over a number of highly questionable decisions.