The BC Government has announced this year’s recipients of grants from the BC Air Access Program. The Air Access program was originally introduced by the BC Liberals and it has continued under the current NDP Government. Some of you will remember that one of the projects funded by the Air Access Program last year was […]
23 Airports Receive Grants From The BC Air Access Program. Read More »
Dear Members, Many of you have been in contact with us regarding the recent local news stories about a proposed new bridge that posses a direct threat to the future of Courtenay Airpark (CAH3). These stories are alarming and we can only hope that they are a result of a proposal made by a city
Courtenay Airpark Threatened By Possible New Bridge. Read More »
Eight Recipients Selected for the 10th Annual Elsie MacGill Northern Lights Award May 15th, 2018, Toronto, Ontario – The Northern Lights Aero Foundation board members are pleased to announce the eight recipients of the 2018 aviation and aerospace awards.Each year the not-for-profit foundation honours outstanding women who have made a significant contribution in their field
BC’s Larissa Chiu Presented The NLAF Rising Star Award. Read More »
What is your name?Douglas Noblet Instagram Name (If Applicable):@wildairphoto What is your occupation?Ski patroller, photographer What is your home airport? Nelson What year did you start flying?2012 Where did you learn to fly?Nelson Why did you start flying?I bought my first paraglider at 14 years old. Then a couple years later a powered paraglider, and eventually
Robert Anderson (BCGA’s Vancouver Island Director) has organized the second instalment of the Viking Aircraft Tour at CYYJ. Viking Aircraft is the home of the Twin Otter and CL Series water bombers. Viking holds the type certificates for 7 different DeHavilland/Bombardier aircraft and is currently manufacturing the DHC6 Twin Otter 400 series at its facilities
BCGA Viking Air Tour Planned For July 27th @ CYYJ Read More »
Original Article from COPA News An adventurous B.C. pilot who uses his wanderlust to raise money for non-profit groups is the new chairman of the board of directors of the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA). Dave McElroy, of Kelowna, was elected chairman by his fellow board members at the organization’s convention and trade show
Dave McElroy Elected as First Ever COPA Chairman From BC Read More »
Original Article From COPA News COPA handed out awards to deserving individuals and organizations at its annual convention and trade show in Saint John June 21-23. The President’s Award went to the B.C. General Aviation Association for its efforts to promote and support GA in the province. “Founded in 2015 by a small group of
15% Off Mutt Muffs Milner Feed & Pet Supply is now offering a 15% discount on Mutt Muffs. Milner Feed & Supply is a 5 minute drive from Langley Airport and can arrange to drop off items at the airport.
What is your name?Joel Ellis What is your occupation?Pilot 00183 What is your home airport? King George Airpark What year did you start flying?2003 Where did you learn to fly?Comox/Campbell River Why did you start flying?My dad took me flying in a Cessna out of Skyways in Langley when I was 4, and I was hooked!
