COPA Convention and Trade Show

Kelowna International Airport and the Kelowna & District Flying Club are hosting the 2017 Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) Convention and Trade Show on June 23 and 24, and they’re looking for volunteers to make it happen.

COPA is expecting more than 400 attendees for this event, many of whom will arrive in their aircraft from across Canada. The convention will feature under-the-wing camping, an exhibitor static display of aircraft, an aviation trade show, several breakout sessions and a banquet dinner.

If you’re interested in aviation, becoming a volunteer is a great way to get the inside scoop on this unique event.

There are several volunteer roles that will be needed between June 22-25, including security personnel, campground hosts, aircraft and camping registration and aircraft marshallers.

The volunteer application can be found at http://copaagm2017.ca/volunteer.htm. For more information on the COPA Convention and Trade Show, visit: http://copaagm2017.ca.

COPA represents over 17,000 pilots and aircraft owners across the country and is the national voice for General Aviation in Canada. Through the mission of advancing, promoting, and preserving the Canadian Freedom to Fly, COPA is at the forefront on issues that affect pilots, aircraft and airports in communities across Canada and is an active partner with all levels of government in ensuring a bright future for general aviation. For more information, visit copanational.org

As one of the top 11 busiest airports in Canada, YLW’s total economic impact is 4,545 jobs and $789 million in total economic output to the province of British Columbia. Serving 1.7 million passengers in 2016, YLW offers more than 60 daily non-stop commercial flights with seven airline partners. For more information, visit ylw.kelowna.ca