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World Aeronautical Charts discontinuedNav Canada will be discontinuing the production of World Aeronautical Charts (WACs) and withdrawing the existing inventory from sale effective September 23, 2010, at which time these charts will no longer be authorized for operational use. The decision to discontinue the production and sale of WACs follows the completion of an Aeronautical Study in 2009. |
Cessation de la publication des cartes aéronautiques du mondeNav Canada mettra fin à la publication des cartes aéronautiques du monde (WAC) et les retirera de son inventaire à compter du 23 septembre 2010, date à partir de laquelle l’utilisation de ces cartes ne sera plus autorisée à des fins opérationnelles. La décision de mettre fin à la production et à la vente des WAC fait suite à la réalisation d’une étude aéronautique en 2009. |
Magdalen Islands, Quebec
Gilles Lapierre, APBQ
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On June 25th, my wife Claire and I took off and flew from Montreal to Magdalen Islands in our Cessna 172.
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While there, I began discussions with the airport management, the fuel provider, the Chamber of Commerce and the Tourism authorities to try to convince them that the airport should have a 100LL fuel pump and permanent tie-downs. One of my arguments is more private aircraft owners and pilots would fly to the Islands if AVGAS was readily available, at a reasonably competitive price. To help us add credibility to my arguments, please complete this Survey.
GA security coming under scrutinyBy Kevin Psutka June 11, 2010 COPA has been extensively involved in technical committees and working groups at Transport Canada since the terrorist attacks of 9/11. At the first meeting in October 2001 to discuss what enhanced measures should be put in place, which resulted in such measures as reinforced airliner cockpit doors, enhanced passenger screening and security-enhanced restricted area passes, the need for enhanced General Aviation (GA) security was mentioned, for which COPA was prepared. |
ELT Update - TC mandates 406 MHz ELTs for most private aircraftBy Kevin Psutka 11 May 2010 After 12 years of common sense arguments, consultation and negotiation, Transport Canada has decided to mandate new ELTs that broadcast on 406 MHz for most aircraft flying in Canadian airspace, including private aircraft (Canadian and foreign). However, note that at the time of writing this article, the regulation has not yet been released. |
Product ReviewNew COPA Collection item Brightline Pilot Flight Bag
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Silver Wings Plan and 2010 COPA Group Aviation Insurance Program By Peter S. Ireland, Marsh Canada Limited Marsh Canada Limited (Marsh) is pleased to announce that we are scheduled to launch the 2010 Silver Wings online application and the Gold Wings online application on Nov. 19. 2009.
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2010 COPA Group Aviation Insurance Program Silver Wings Plan Helicopter Pilots and Helicopter Owners December 10th, 2009 For those COPA members who received their 2010 Silver Wings Plan renewal letter and/or their 2010 Silver Wings Plan policy documents and certificate letter from Marsh Canada Limited, please be advised that although Bodily Injury to a Passenger coverage is not available under the Silver Wings Plan: |
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ELT Update: Clarifying what applies now By Kevin Psutka The draft amended regulation remains in the Minister of Transport's office. There is some confusion about what applies now. The existing regulation CAR 605.38 that permits older ELTs (TSO C91), newer ELTs (TSO C91a) or the newest ones broadcasting on 121.5 MHz and 406 MHz (and some also on 243 MHz) (TSO C126) remains in place until such time as Transport Canada issues a revised regulation. |
SPOT 2 Personal Tracker?
By Kevin Psutka, February 19, 2010 I was asked by the folks at SPOT to evaluate an upgraded unit that they call SPOT 2. I am a fan of SPOT.Yes, it is not the perfect solution but it is a cost effective way to let people know where you are and, in an emergency, alert people to your exact location.
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Discount on SPOT Tracking Service Available for COPA Members by Kevin Psutka (updated 9 December, 2009) SPOT Personal Tracker www.findmespot.ca is a satellite- based reporting device that has several features for peace of mind for you and your loved ones. |
AOPA Pilot subscription deal for COPA members
COPA and AOPA have once again teamed together to provide a great member benefit for COPA members.
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Keep Them Alive - Tune to 121.5 (version Française)
February 2, 2009
As of 1 February, 121.5 MHz is no longer being monitored by satellite. The revised regulations will permit a transition period for equipping with a new ELT. For aircraft that continue with the existing ELT during this period, monitoring by over-flying aircraft will be the only means of detecting a distress signal. For those aircraft owners who choose not to equip with new 406/121.5 ELTs immediately and do not carry another device such as a PLB, satellite phone or tracking device, over- flying aircraft will be the only means of getting a distress message out. Please help us get the message out by downloading the attached poster and placing them at Flying Clubs, Flight Schools and wherever they will get maximum exposure.
FAA Issues Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin CE-10-08 (Nov. 7, 2009): Zodiac CH601 XL
Further to the issuance of the FAA Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB): CE-10-08, Zenith Aircraft Company recommends that owners follow the information contained in the SAIB.
Supreme Court Considers Federal Jurisdiction (version Française)
By Kevin Psutka 15 October, 2009
COPA's long awaited day in court occurred on 14 October, when the Supreme Court of Canada heard arguments for and against the continuing concept that the federal government should have exclusive jurisdiction over aeronautics, and specifically the regulation of aerodromes.
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