Who should join COPA?
All interested individuals are welcome. You don't have to own or fly a Cirrus to join! We especially encourage everyone considering becoming a Cirrus pilot or owner to join. Our membership includes pilots with a wide range of experience, and low- and high-time pilots are all well represented. Our membership also includes many Cirrus renter pilots, student pilots, and even non-pilots thinking about learning to fly.
Considering buying a Cirrus SR20 or SR22? Don't wait to join! You will find COPA membership resources invaluable in familiarizing yourself with Cirrus aircraft, what to look for when shopping for a Cirrus...and what to avoid! The COPA membership is welcoming of newcomers and open to answering your questions on the active COPA forums.
Member Benefits & Services
COPA ONLINE FORUMS Learn more about flying a Cirrus aircraft on one of the most active online discussion forums in general aviation. Hundreds of messages are posted each day on topics you will find fascinating. The ideal place to get any question answered...often in minutes.
CIRRUS PILOT MAGAZINE Semi-monthly magazine chock full of articles of interest to Cirrus owners. All past issues of Cirrus Pilot magazine can be downloaded from the online archive - a treasure-trove of information.
PREFERRED INSURANCE PROGRAM This program offers special insurance pricing to COPA members who make the commitment to participate in COPA's safety programs. Underwritten by one of the world's largest insurers.
COPApedia The online encyclopedia and knowledge-base of all things related to Cirrus aircraft. Hundreds of useful articles to help members avoid re-inventing the wheel or learning about their aircraft the hard way.
SERVICE CENTER FEEDBACK Read what other members are reporting about specific Cirrus Service Centers, and leave your experiences for others to share. A great way to find a shop for that special maintenance or upgrade situation.
TECHNICAL LIAISON ACTIVITIES Working behind-the-scenes with aircraft, engine, and avionics suppliers, COPAs Technical Liaisons regularly forward member issues to vendors and report to members with information on critical issues affecting Cirrus aircraft, both on the COPA online forums and in Cirrus Pilot magazine.
Safety & Training Programs
COPA members have an astoundingly better safety record than non-members. Some of the reasons why:
CIRRUS PILOT PROFICIENCY PROGRAM Going far beyond “check out” or “transition” training, CPPP is the most in-depth program for Cirrus SR20, SR22, and SR22 Turbo pilots. Held throughout the USA and in Europe, CPPP offers both ground and flight sessions with seasoned certified Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilots. (Registration fee.)
CRITICAL DECISION MAKING SEMINARS Free half-day seminars held throughout the USA explore real-world situations and help pilots develop effective techniques to become safer decision makers.
ANNUAL SAFETY ISSUE One magazine issue a year focused on safety topics, accident statistics and lessons learned.
Events
REGIONAL FLY-IN EVENTS Volunteer regional coordinators regularly announce one-day (and sometimes longer) events where COPA members will gather to socialize and meet face-to-face. Venues range from casual airport lunches to formal events held at attractive locations with special talks, tours, and activities.
ANNUAL MIGRATION Each summer hundreds of Cirrus aircraft come together for the event of the year. A weekend of excellent seminars, trade show, and family-friendly socializing awaits. A hugely successful and popular event. (Registration fee.)
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