The AMA Intro Pilot program is a 3 month trial for 19.95 . And if you like flying and want to stick with it all you have to do is contact them prior to the end of the three months and pay the remaining 35.00 and you're good for the year. Unfortunately, most clubs require the AMA card. I'm just a rookie and Ken sure knows more than I do, the aforementioned has been my experience thus far.