The Langley Aero Club has graciously offerd the use of its club owned audio visual equipment for the PrepAIR pilot seminar in Boundary Bay on April 1, 2017. This is just another example of flying clubs and organizations working together for the benefit of all aviators in British Columbia. Thank you to the Langley Aero […]
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Dear BCGA Members, As the year draws to a close we reflect on what was 2016. While it was a difficult and unpredictable year on the global stage it was a fantastic year for the BC General Aviation Association. In the past year the BCGA has grown to include 680 members and its associated Facebook
Carter Mann, Manager of Government Affairs COPA is proud to welcome Carter Mann, as the new Manager of Government Affairs starting on January 16, 2017. Carter will be reporting directly to Bernard Gervais, President and CEO, and working out of the Ottawa office. Carter has extensive knowledge and experience with general aviation
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The fine folks at Western Propeller have invited 15 BCGA members to attend a tour of their facility. If you have ever wondered what goes into maintianing, overhauling or repairing a propeller then this tour is for you. You will learn about one of your aircraft’s most critical components. This tour is now full and
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The BC General Aviation Association proud to announce its new Awards & Scholarships Page. www.bcaviation.ca/awards On it you will find details of our newly established aviation bursaries. 1. The Erissa Yong BCGA Aviation Bursary2. The Sparky Imeson Memorial BCGA Bursary3. Onkarbir Singh Toor Memorial BCGA ScholarshipThank you to the members that have alocated funds to make
Seven years ago, Transport Canada changed the format of our pilot’s license from the old blue sheet of paper that never expired to the new passport looking Aviation Document Booklet that does expire. The initial booklets had a 5 year expiration date but the newer ones are good for 10 years. It has been brought to our
In celebration of Canada’s 150th Birthday, my goal is to attempt to fly my small airplane to over 150 airports throughout Canada. I hope to visit at least one airport in each of the provinces and territories. This is a tribute to the importance that aviation and airports have played in keeping Canada vibrant and prosperous. You
Inaugural IMC Club MeetingMaster the Art of Instrument FlyingWednesday, December 7 | 6 p.m. PSTMaxcraft Avionics Building – Pitt Meadows (YPK), Vancouver Come join us for the first meeting of the Vancouver chapter of the IMC Club, organized by co-chairmen Rick Johnson and Steve Nunn. Join a community of pilots willing to share experience, promote safety,
It is with mixed feelings that I share the news that Tim Cole has announced his retirement as a COPA director. For nearly 7 years Tim has selflessly advocated for British Columbia and Yukon’s pilots on the national scale. Tim has never been more than one phone call or email away. As a director, Tim
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What is the BCGA Members Helping Members Directory?The BC General Aviation Association has become a great community of aviators across British Columbia. We take your privacy very seriously and therefore have not distributed any membership lists to our members. The MHM directory is a great way to connect with other BCGA members as you travel
