Introduction

Welcome to R9AA, Inc, doing business as Ready 9 Aviation Academy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website and use our services, including SMS communications.

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SOMD Seaplanes, LLC, dba Southern Maryland Seaplanes, is also a supporter of R9AA, Inc, dba Ready 9 Aviation Academy.

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Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide to us directly, such as:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Payment information

• Height / weight

Usage Data

We may also collect information about how you use our website, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Operating system

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Links clicked

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our services

• Processing transactions

• Communicating with you, including sending SMS notifications

• Improving our website and services

• Personalizing your experience

• Complying with legal obligations

• We do not share your mobile information with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent

• Your data is only accessible by authorized members of our team, is password protected, and undergoes annual audits to gurantee privacy

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Business SMS Guidelines / Terms and Conditions

Consent

We adhere to all relevant regulations regarding SMS communications. We will only send you SMS messages if you have given explicit consent. You can opt-in to receive SMS notifications by providing your phone number and selecting the option to receive messages on our online form.

The types of messages users will receive are for informational and customer support purposes.  You may anticipate to receive SMS on a daily or weekly basis. 

Message and data rates may apply.

Help

You can receive help from us by:

• Reply to any SMS message with “HELP”

• Email info@r9aa.org

Opt-Out

You have the right to opt-out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To stop receiving SMS communications, you can:

• Reply to any SMS message with the word "STOP" or “CANCEL”.

• Email info@r9aa.org.

Upon receipt of your opt-out request, we will promptly remove you from our SMS communication list.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent, except as described in this policy. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting our business

• Payment processors to facilitate transactions

• Compliance with legal obligations, such as responding to subpoenas or court orders

Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement various security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, and secure access controls.

Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you

• The right to request correction or deletion of your personal information

• The right to object to or restrict the processing of your information

• The right to withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [contact information].

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the effective date at the top of the policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Email: info@r9aa.org

• Phone: 301-957-7930

• Address: 44200 Airport Rd, Suite 117, California, MD 20619

Thank you for trusting R9AA, Inc. with your personal information. We are committed to ensuring your privacy and providing a safe and secure experience for all our users.

Privacy Policy and SMS Terms and Conditions

Your Privacy Matters to Us

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