This month's COPA Flight 6 meeting follows on the heels of a very successful January meeting. Approximately 30 members and guests turned out to discuss the recent BC Assessment Authority's, property assessments of airport hangers in British Columbia. Most hanger owners received substantial hikes in assessments from the previous year and a plan of action has been formulated to address the situation. The Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) head office in Ottawa has offered its help through Government Affairs specialist Carter Mann. Stay tuned as things unfold.
The next COPA Flight 6 meeting will be Tuesday, February 6th. from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Victoria Flying Club pilots' lounge. This month's meeting will feature Dr. Jonathan Wallace, a former CAME medical examiner. Dr. Wallace has many hours in the left hand seat on a few types of single engine aircraft and has extensive flying coverage in North America and beyond. Jonathan has offered to answer general medical questions any pilot might have that may or may not result in keeping one's license current. As more and more pilots are aging and still retaining an active license, this is your opportunity to gain insight into staying healthy. Also for the younger pilots, it's an opportunity to make sure you're medically doing all the right things to keep your license current as well.
Dr. Wallace has requested that questions be sent to him prior to the meeting so he has time to prepare himself to answer all questions you might have. In respecting your privacy, you can send your questions directly to Jonathan at jwallace250@gmail.com
You neither need to be a member of COPA National nor the Victoria Flying Club to attend the meeting. As your local voice for the freedom to fly in Canada, we encourage your participation and membership.