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Upcoming General Aviation Events

WESTERN CANADA

Alberta

 

  • COPA Flight 171-2nd Saturday Fly-In Breakfast at Medicine Hat Airport
    Date: September 13, 2025, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 
    Location: COPA 171 Hangar, Medicine Hat Airport (CYXH), Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 5G4
    Description: Join COPA Flight 171 on Sept 13 for a special Battle of Britain commemorative Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast! Enjoy pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, coffee or juice — all for just $10.Fuel discounts available for fly-in attendees!
    Contact: Registration is not required for this event. For additional information please contact Melvin Reister via email or call  (403) 952-7888
  • COPA Flight 220 & 223- Alberta Air Tours Fall Fly-In
    Date: September 20, 5:00pm. to September 21, 3:00pm. 
    Location: Red Deer Forestry Strip(CFR7), HWY 734, Clearwater County, Alberta, T0M 2E0
    Description: Join COPA Flights 220 and 223 for a fly-in to the Red Deer Forestry Strip, where pilots and families are invited to enjoy a relaxed BBQ and overnight camp-out. Bring your tents, lawn chairs, and appetite for a fun-filled gathering under the stars with fellow aviation enthusiasts.
    Contact: Registration is required for this event. For additional information please contact Dina Jammaz via email or call  (780) 862-3462

  • COPA Flight 81- Foothills Flying Club Fly-In Breakfast
    Date: September 27, 2025, 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 
    Location: Foothills Regional Airport(CEN4), High River, AB, T1V 1P6
    Description: Start your day with the thrill of aviation and the warmth of a hearty breakfast! Join us at the Foothills Flying Club’s annual Fly-in Breakfast, where pilots and aviation enthusiasts gather for a morning of pancakes, eggs, and sausages served fresh at the hangar.
    Contact: Registration is not required for this event. For additional information please contact Robert Manahan via email or call  (587) 226-975

  • COPA Flight 137- Fly-In Trick or Treating
    Date: October 26, 2025, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
    Location: Camrose Airport(CEQ3), 46 Street and 55 Avenue, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 4J5
    Description: Join COPA Flight 137 at Camrose CEQ3 for a Halloween fly-in featuring trick-or-treating, coffee, candy, and fun for all ages. Prizes will be awarded for the best crew costumes—while supplies last!
    Contact: Registration is not required for this event. For additional information please contact Jadene Mah via email or call  (780) 722-2363

British Columbia

  • COPA Flight 72- Open Day at the Vanderhoof Airport
    Date: September 13, 2025,10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
    Location: Vanderhoof Airport(CAU4), Airport RD,Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0
    Description: Join us for a family-friendly Open Day at Vanderhoof Airport! Enjoy free public access to explore the airport, meet pilots and see what happens behind the scenes. Discovery flight available but advance registration is required by emailing Paul Collard. Event website
    Contact: For additional information please contact Paul Collard via email or call  (250) 567-8724 

  • COPA Flight 87- Nelson Airport Open Day and Fly-In
    Date: September 20, 2025, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
    Location: Nelson Airport(CZNL), 91 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H7
    Description: Join COPA Flight 87 for a family-friendly Open Day at Nelson Airport! Enjoy free access to explore the airport, meet pilots, and see behind-the-scenes operations.Treat yourself to a value-packed pancake breakfast, coffee, and discounted pleasure flights from local operators.
    Contact: For additional information please contact Rupert Rubin via email or call   (250) 317-5774 

Manitoba

  • COPA Flight 210- Wings & Wheels 2025
    Date: 
    September 27, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.(Rain date: September 27)
    Location: Portage Flying Club, Portage North Airfield(CJZ2), Portage la Prairie, MB, R1N3Y4
    Description: Enjoy a vibrant showcase of classic cars and aircraft with a community fly-in, plus our Discover Aviation experience and a complimentary BBQ. This family-friendly event is free and open to everyone—come celebrate aviation and automotive passion with us!
    Contact: Registration is not required. To book a discovery flight please contact secretaryplpyingclub@gmail.com or call  (204) 807-6663 

 

Ongoing:

  • Weekly Saturday Breakfast with COPA Flight 24
    Link: https://lethbridgesportflyers.com/
    Location: Smitty's Restaurant, 2053 Mayor Magrath Drive South. Gathering occurs every week at same location, for more information email LSF24@shaw.ca
    Time: 7:30am-10am MT
    Registration is not necessary.

CENTRAL CANADA

Ontario

  • COPA Flight 13- Killarney Mountain Lodge Fly In
    Date: September 14, 2025, 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Location:  Killarney Mountain Lodge & Conference Centre(CPT2), 3 Commissioner St,Killarney, ON, P0M 2A0
    Description: Join COPA Flight 13 for a Fish & Chips Fly-In Lunch at $28 per plate, with floatplane dockage available at Killarney Mountain Lodge and overflow at Sportsman’s Inn if needed; a shuttle from Killarney Airport (CPT2) is available for wheel aircraft for a nominal fee, though please note the KML ramp is currently unserviceable due to low water levels.
    Contact: Registration is not required. For additional information please contact Phil Chandler at (705) 562-1377 or email 

  • Canadian Harvard Aircraft Association Wings & Wheels Family Fun Day
    Date: September 13, 2025, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.(Rain date: September 14)
    Location: Tillsonburg Regional Airport(CYTB), 244411 Airport Road, Tillsonburg, ON, N4G 4H1
    Description: Join us at the Tillsonburg Regional Airport for our annual Wings & Wheels Family Fun Day! View hundreds of classic cars alongside our collection of vintage Harvard aircraft. You can also come fly in one of our WWII Harvards! Pre-purchasing your flight is recommended. Admission by cash donation.
    Contact:To purchase a Harvard flight, please email crewflights@harvards.com. For additional information, visit their Facebook page, call (519) 842-9922 or email 

  • 22nd Annual Fly-In Drive-In at Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport (CNK4)
    Date: September 16, 2025, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 
    Location: Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport (CNK4), 97 Airport Rd, Parry Sound, ON, P2A 2W8
    Description: Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport is hosting it's 22nd Fly-In and Drive-In Community Event! Join us for a family-fun day filled with plane/helicopter rides, show aircraft, a vendors market, live music, kids zone, food, beverages, and much more!
    Contact: For more information contact Sarah Hardie at marketing@flyparrysound.ca or visit the airport's Facebook or Instagram page.


  • COPA Flight 131- Flight Safety Seminar
    Date: September 16, 2025, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 
    Location: Royal Canadian Legion, 152 Nelson Street East, Hawkesbury, Ontario, K6A 1L8
    Description: Hawkesbury Flying Club / COPA Flight 131 is hosting a Flight Safety Seminar featuring a Transport Canada Aviation Safety Inspector. Open to all pilots and aircraft owners, this session qualifies for bi-annual recurrent training and covers key maintenance responsibilities under CARs. Please enter via the Emerald Street parking lot.
    Contact:Registration is not required for this seminar. For more information contact  hawkesburyflyingclub@gmail.com or call Stephen Farnworth (613) 678-0325


  • COPA Flight 70 - Durham Region Fly-in
    Date: September 20-21, 2025,  9:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. (Rain date: September 21)
    Location: North-Port/Seagrave Airport (CNP4), 2290 Clements Rd, Seagrave, ON, L9L 1B4
    Description: Now a two-day event for both pilots, with their aircraft and the general public. Our event will include interesting vintage aircraft and helicopters, vintage cars, paid aircraft rides, entertainment, overnight camping for Fly-In pilot's and their passengers, plus a bouncy castle for the kids to enjoy. 
    Contact: For more information contact Rick Nihda at captain@copa70.com or visit the COPA 70 website for updates.

  • Haliburton/Stanhope Fall Colours Fly-In
    Date: September 27, 2025,  10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. 
    Location:1168 Stanhope Airport Rd(CND4), Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, K0M 1J1
    Description: Fly-in to see the fall colours at the Haliburton/Stanhope Airport. Lots to see for the whole family including aircraft rides, children's facepainting, classic cars, show aircraft. We will have many food vendors and an on-site beer garden. Onsite camping is available for Pilot with prior registration, contact Kaylee.
    Contact: For more information about the event or to book on site camping contact Kaylee Francis-Carroll at kfrancis-carroll@algonquinhighlands.ca or call (705)-457-0806
  • COPA Flight 23-Autumn Fall Colours Fly-In
    Date: October 4, 2025,  9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. 
    Location: Sundridge/South River Airpark(CPE6), 527 Airport Rd,vSouth River, ON, P0A 1X0
    Description: Come enjoy the stunning autumn colours of the Almaguin Highlands and join COPA Flight 23 for a cozy pancake breakfast! Complimentary pancakes and coffee will be served from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM for all attendees.
    Contact: For more information about the event  please Gary Blanchett contact via email  friendsofcpe6@gmail.com or call  (705) 386-0547 

Quebec

  • COPA Flight 46 - Saint Georges Fly-In
    Date: September 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Rain date: September 14)
    Location: Saint Georges Aerodrome (CYSG), 1130 30th Ave., St Georges, QC, G5Z 1W3
    Description: Free entrance, lunch provided ($). Join COPA Flight 46 for an amazing gathering of local pilots and flight enthusiasts!
    Contact: For more information contact Kevin Vachon at email or (418) 215-0496

  • 15th Annual Fly-In at Stanstead/Weller Airport (CTQ2)
    Date: September 13, 2025, 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Location: Stanstead/Weller Airport (CTQ2), 4945 ch Stage Road, Stanstead, QC, J0B 3E0
    Description: The 15th Annual CTQ2 Fly-In with more than 40 to 60 small aircraft of all sorts will attend this year. All the sweet corn you want to eat, a burger and goodies from our self pick, self pay, drive-in, fly-in any time, garden and orchard. Lunch is $25 per person.
    Contact: For more information contact George Weller at gweller@ctq2.org or (819) 876-2528 or visit the airport's website.
  • COPA Flight 13- Transport Canada Aviation Safety Seminar
    Date: October 2, 2025, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
    Location:  Gate 6, 1200 Skyline Drive, Sudbury Airport, Sudbury, ON, P3L 1V4
    Description: Join us for Transport Canada's Safety Seminar on Circuit and Communication Procedures and Defect Recording—an essential session that fulfills the 2-year recurrent training requirement for pilots. Gain practical insights and regulatory updates to enhance your operational safety. A $15 CASH ONLY cover charge applies at the door to support event expenses.
    Contact: Registration is not required. For additional information please contact Phil Chandler at (705) 562-1377 or email 

  • COPA Flight 169 - Mo's Fly-In
    Date: October 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
    Location:Pontiac Air Park, 7531, chemin River, Pontiac, QC, J0X2V0
    Description: Join us on Saturday the 18th—rain or shine—for the 36th edition of Mo’s Famous Fly-In! Come enjoy the breathtaking fall colours of the Pontiac and connect with fellow aviators. Meet your host, Maurice Prud’homme, along with members of COPA Flight 169, for a warm welcome and a memorable day of aviation camaraderie.
    Contact: Registration is not required, for more information contact Michael Dixon via email or call  (819) 360-2017.

Ongoing:

  • Monday Night BBQ’s (CYCK) with COPA Flight 203 
    Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/copayck.
    Location: The BBQ’s are held at CYCK, 8528 14th line, Merlin, ON
    Registration in advance is not necessary.
     
  • COPA Flight 70’s Monthly Meetings at CYOO
    Link: Presenter’s detail found at COPA70.com.
    Location: 420 Wing RCAFA, Oshawa 1000 Stevenson Rd. N., Oshawa, On L1J5P5.

ATLANTIC CANADA

New Brunswick

  • No upcoming events at this time. Register your upcoming event.

Nova Scotia

  • Stanley Sport Aviation 54th Annual Labor Day Fly-in
    Date: August 29, 2025, 5:00 p.m. - August, 31, 12:00 p.m.
    Location: 50 Stanley Airport Road(CCW4), Stanley, Nova Scotia, B0N 2A0
    Description: Canada’s longest-running fly-in returns to Stanley Airfield. Enjoy aircraft displays, live music, great food, a market, forums, and more—everyone’s welcome!
    Contact: For more information about the event, visit the website or contact Mike Whitehead  mike.whitehead@bellaliant.net or call  (902) 499-2192

Newfoundland and Labrador

  • No upcoming events at this time. Register your upcoming event.

 

DISCOVER AVIATION EVENTS

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

  • COPA Flight 73 - Georgian Bay Aviators Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.(Rain date: September 14)
    Location:  Huronia Airport(CYEE), 20 Ed Connelly Drive, Tiny twp., Ontario, L0L2J0
    Description: Free flights for youth aged 8–18 at the Discover Aviation event hosted by Georgian Bay Aviators, COPA Flight 73 — an inspiring opportunity to explore aviation with experienced volunteer pilots.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, please send email to book a flight to discoveraviationmidland@gmail.com or call Grant at (705) 721-3423 for more details. 

  • COPA Flight 203 - Chatham Flying Club Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 13, 2025, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Location: Chatham-Kent Municipal Airport(CYCK), 8528 14th Line, Merlin, Ont, N0P 1W0
    Description: Introduce youth aged 8 to 17 to the exciting world of aviation with a free flight over the city of Chatham, Ontario, guided by experienced volunteer pilots. This unforgettable experience offers a firsthand look at flying and aims to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of aviators.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, for more information please contact Jeff Thompson at  jt7@live.com or by phone at (519) 359-2695 for more details. 
  • COPA Flight 1 - Guelph Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
    Location: Guelph Airpark(CNC4), 50 Skyway Drive, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 6H8
    Description: Introducing youths to the thrilling world of aviation with a free flight experience, guided by skilled volunteer pilots. This exciting opportunity offers a hands-on introduction to flying, aiming to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of aviators.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, for more information please contact Bill Farr at williamafarr6@gmail.com or by phone at  (905) 906-8081 for more details. 
  • COPA Flight 75 - Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.(Rain date: Sept 14)
    Location: 44989 Talbot Line(CYQS), St. Thomas, Ontario, N5P 3S7
    Description: Discover Aviation Day is an exciting community event held at the St. Thomas Municipal Airport, offering first flight experiences to youth in the St. Thomas and Elgin County area. Our goal is to ignite curiosity and inspire conversations about aviation, giving young people a unique opportunity to explore the skies and learn more about the world of flight.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event as slot fill up quickly, please send email to mhindley@rogers.com or call Mark at (519) 670-0556 for more details. 
  • COPA Flight 50 - Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 13, 2025, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.(Rain date: Sept 14)
    Location:  Penticton Flying Club, 126 Dakota Way(CYYF), Penticton, BC, V2A 8X1
    Description: Discover your love of aviation! Youth aged 7–18 can enjoy a free 15-minute flight and experience the thrill of flying.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event as slot fill up quickly, please send email to kiwipoco@icloud.com or call (778) 688-1831 for more details. 

  • COPA Flight 134 -Airdrie Flying Club Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.(Rain date: September 27) 
    Location: Airdrie Airpark(CEF4), County of Mountain View, Airdrie, Alberta, T0M 0E0 
    Description: Step into the world of aviation with COPA Flight 134 for an engaging experience designed to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of pilots. This is a perfect opportunity to connect with your local aviation community, learn more about flying and share the excitement of flight with future aviators 
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, for more information please contact Edward Shaw at  ed@iqforage.com or by phone at (403) 701-1600 for more details. 

  • COPA Flight 148 and 99's Maple Leaf Chapter -Brantford Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Location: 110 Aviation Ave(CYFD), Brantford, Ont., N3T 5L7
    Description: Curious about flying? Join COPA Flight 148 for a free introductory flight  in a small aircraft! This event is open to participants ages 14yrs- 50yrs. Spaces are limited and pre-registration is required. Please note flights are subject to weather, pilot and aircraft availability.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, submit your registration here. For more information please contact Gord Cormick at letsdiscoveraviationnow@gmail.com or by phone at (905) 577-3769 for more details. 

  • COPA Flight 5- Boundary Bay Flying Club Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 20, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.(Rain date: September 21) 
    Location: Boundary Bay Airport(CZBB), 7800 Alpha Way, Delta, BC, V4K 0A7. Airport link:https://czbb.com/
    Description: Join COPA Flight 5 – Boundary Bay Flying Club for a once-in-a-lifetime aviation experience.Take the controls and discover the thrill of flight in a safe, supervised environment. Whether you're curious about aviation or dreaming of becoming a pilot, this is your chance to explore the skies. It is free.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, please visit https://discoveraviation.org/CZBB/index.php to complete a registration. For inquiries, reach out to the flying club by e-mail at DiscoverAviationCOPA5BBFC@gmail.com

  • COPA Flight 84 - Borden Flying Club Discover Aviation Day
    Date: September 27, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
    Location: Edenvale Aerodrome (CNY8), 5195 Highway 26 East, Stayner, ON, L0M 1S0
    Description: Join COPA Flight 84 – The Borden Flying Club and become pilot for a day! BBQ, games, and activities while you wait, and get to try on a jet uniform or a captain's cap! Participants required to register for a time slot. Parents or guardians must accompany child(ren) to aerodrome.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event (register here). For more information, reach out to organizer by email or by phone at (705) 790-3854.


  • COPA Flight 76 - Qualicum Beach Flying Club Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 27, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.(Rain date: October 4) 
    Location: # 6 - 1000 Ravensbourne Lane(CAT4), Qualicum Beach Airport, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, V9K 1P9
    Description: Youth ages 8 to 18 are invited to experience the thrill of flight, thanks to experienced volunteer pilots at the Qualicum Beach Flying Club. This free opportunity offers a first flight in a small 2- or 4-seat aircraft, designed to inspire the next generation of aviators and spark a lifelong passion for aviation.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, to register please visit the COPA Flight website or call Wolfgang Carolsfeld at  (250) 802-1948 for more details. 
  • COPA Flight 184 - West Peace Aviation Association Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 27, 2025, 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.(Rain date: October 4) 
    Location: 11021 123 St(CYQU), Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7Z4
    Description: COPA Flight 184 is pleased to invite you to our annual Discover Aviation event. Volunteer pilots will be offering free introductory flights to youths aged 8-17 in small aircrafts, providing a unique opportunity to experience the excitement of aviation and learn more about the world of flying
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, to register please email or through the website. If you need more details, call Chris Markovic at  (780) 512-7711 for more details. 
  • COPA Flight 51 - Wetaskiwin Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: September 27, 2025, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.(Rain date: September 28) 
    Location: 6301 47 Ave (CEX3), Wetaskiwin, AB, T9A3S1
    Description: Join us for our 3rd Annual Discover Aviation event, where volunteer pilots will offer free introductory flights to youths. This unique experience gives young participants a chance to explore the thrill of aviation and learn more about aviation.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, to register the Facebook page . If you need more details, call Matt Bleakney at  (780) 335-7811 for more details.


OCTOBER EVENTS

  • COPA Flight 130 - Wetaskiwin Discover Aviation Day 
    Date: October 4, 2025, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.(Rain date: October 5) 
    Location: 1051 HWY 54, Big Bend Airport (CEM4), Slave Lake, Alberta, T4G 0H6
    Description:The Innisfail Flying Club will be flying local Grade 6 students on October 4, offering them an exciting introduction to aviation.
    Registration: Registration is required for this event, please send an email. For more information call Rob Jaap at  (403) 373-9050 for more details.

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INTERNATIONAL EVENTS

  • Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo
    Date: April 1-6, 2025
    Location: Lakeland, Florida
    Details: while COPA will not be attending SnF 51, members who are attending can use the member discount code for $5 off daily tickets and $30 off weekly tickets. Please contact COPA at copa@copanational.org for the discount code. Discount code is for members only, and members will be asked for proof of membership when picking up their passes or when purchasing on-site.
    Link: for tickets and more information, please visit https://flysnf.org
     
  • EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024
    Date: July 21-27, 2025
    Location: EAA AirVenture Grounds & Expo Hangers, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
    Details: One of the world’s largest aviation exhibitions. More details to follow.
    Linkhttps://www.eaa.org/airventure