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From Drones to Discovery Flights: Isaac Eshikaty’s mission to inspire future pilots. Growing up in an aviation family, Isaac chose a different flight path — one that keeps him rooted in his community while shaping the next generation of aviators. From launching a drone program at Lakefield College School to mentoring students into real-world flying, Eshikaty is proving that aviation isn’t just about airlines — it’s about passion, freedom, and adventure.

COPA President Mark van Berkel reflects on his tenure, highlighting key advocacy wins and organizational growth as he prepares to retire in mid-2025.

Author and COPA member Lola Reid Allin shares an excerpt from her memoir, Highway to the Sky: An Aviator's Journey, adapted to a self-contained short story. Simon & Schuster / She Writes Press September 2024.

When Bob Gillis lost his camera during a recent visit to historic war sites in France and Belgium, he thought it was gone forever. But an eagle-eyed tour guide and the logo on his COPA hat had other plans! Find out how an unexpected detective story led to an amazing reunion.

Team SkyAlyne and SkyAlyne shareholders and major subcontractors, KF Aerospace and CAE, recently announced an aircraft and simulation hardware purchase contract with Textron Aviation as part of its 20-year RCAF Pilot training program.

COPA President Mark van Berkel is set to retire after completing his two-year term. The CEO Search Committee is working with Boyden to search for COPA's next leader.

With the ongoing debate on unleaded AVGAS, California fuel distributors challenge a recent UL fuel motion, warning it could ground critical aircraft and disrupt General Aviation.

From mastering extreme maneuvers to representing Canada on the global stage, Luke Penner's story is one of precision, passion, and pushing limits. Discover how this pilot turned challenges into triumphs and continues to inspire the next generation of aviators.

Riley Dalley-Clark, one of COPA's youngest members, shares the story of his first solo. Read on to learn about how this 14-year-old, with the help of COPA 195 in Central Newfoundland, made his dream to fly come true.

The Parry Sound Area Municipal Airport (CNK4) has just finished its first operational year following the completion of the runway project. The modernized runway has made sure the airport can better accommodate the residents and visitors of the shores of Georgian Bay, and the Parry Sound and Muskoka districts