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On August 14, COPA President and CEO Marcia Kim has joined AOPA leadership in sending a joint letter to Minister of Transport Chrystia Freeland, calling for the immediate acceptance of U.S. pilots operating under the FAA’s BasicMed program to fly in Canadian airspace.

Electronic Conspicuity devices such as portable ADS-B, FLARM, and PCAS offer a cost-effective means for pilots to broadcast and receive real-time flight data, dramatically improving safety in uncontrolled airspace. COPA supports their adoption and works with regulators to advance awareness and compatibility across the industry

As CAM works to modernize and reduce medical processing delays, COPA continues to assist members with file status updates and engages in ongoing discussions to support system-wide improvements.

A nationwide shortage of 100LL in summer 2024 disrupted flight training and operations. COPA responded with outreach, guidance, and industry collaboration to support Canada’s general aviation community

As NAV CANADA continues to restrict VFR flights due to staffing shortages, COPA urges immediate action to restore predictable access to controlled airspace and address the systemic issues behind these long-standing service gaps.