Preliminary information, subject to change. Registration & pricing information not yet available.

Thursday June 17-20, 2010
Dayton, Ohio

In June 2010, at the peak of the summer season, hundreds of Cirrus aircraft from all over the country will again migrate to the biggest event of the year for Cirrus pilots. 

There will be an extensive and varied roster of activities for the pilots and their families, insuring that a great time will be had by all.

New Location, Tours & Attractions

This year, for the first time, we are Migrating to Dayton, Ohio. The many aviation attractions are one of the major reasons for selecting Dayton.

The Migration 8 program will take advantage of the many aviation attractions that include the United States Museum of the Air Force. Over 300 Air Planes and 6000 exhibits make up one of the worlds greatest aviation museum.

You will also be treated to a Aviation Historical Tour, that will include a visit to Huffman Prairie, the Wright/Dunbar Interpretive Center and Hawthorne Hill. Huffman Prairie is the most hallowed ground in aviation. This is where the Wright Brothers converted the barely controllable proof of concept original Wright Flyer (which flew just over 800 feet at Kitty Hawk) into a maneuverable, practical airplane. The Wright/Dunbar Interpretive center is in the neighborhood where the Wright Brothers lived and worked as well as where the famous bicycle shop was located. You will learn more about the invention of flight here. You will also visit the Wright Brothers mansion, the fruits of their success, called Hawthorne Hill. This fascinating historic residence is normally not open to the public, but COPA will get a guided tour and learn about the lives of the two brothers from Dayton.

There will be recommend tours for those that come early and/or stay over Sunday. The Air Force Museum deserves more than the half day that we include in the core program and to see all the exhibits can take at least two whole days. In addition, other aviation attractions in the area will be suggested so that those that have the extra time can productively take full advantage of their Dayton visit. This information will be available well before Migration 8 so you can make your plans. The attractive Migration hotel rates will be available for early arrivals and those that stay over. 

Speakers & Seminars

COPA Migration seminars are considered among the best in the aviation industry and this year will be no exception! The seminar program this year will focus on subjects that concern COPA pilots, such as safety, operation, maintenance and the future of General Aviation. Wright Patterson Air Force has agreed to provide seminars on advanced aviation topics that will be of interest and benefit to COPA members. The Migration Committee is currently working on the speaker program, and we are excited about the quality of speakers for both the social events and seminars that have been invited to this Migration. 

The program will provide you with a unique opportunity to learn the fascinating story behind the invention of Flight by the Wright Brothers. There will be expert speakers on this subject during the Social events starting with the opening event that will be conducted at Carillon Park, where one of the original Wright flyers is exhibited. We will hear from Tom Crouch, Senior Curator from the Smithsonian who is the expert on the subject. Attendees will hear from other experts and have a chance to visit the sites where powered flight was both invented and perfected. 

In addition to our usual roster of speakers and seminars (to be announced), this year we are planning to add a number of separately priced seminars, to be conducted in advance of Migration 8 on Wednesday and Thursday. The details for seminars will be announced in the near future but currently, Matt McDaniels (WAAS/Advanced IFR), Scott Dennstaedt (Aviation Weather) and  Tornado Alley Advanced Pilot Seminar are tentatively scheduled, depending upon sufficient interest to meet minimum seminar size.  A number of other activities are being considered some no additional charge and some with additional fee. The idea is maximizing the return on your travel time and expense by tacking on these activities to your Migration attendance. 

We plan to video record seminar programs to permit attendees to view sessions they were not able to attend.  The details regarding availability of these sessions to attendees and non-attendees have not yet been finalized.

Trade Show & Exhibition

Last year over 40 exhibitors attended and exhibited in our exhibition hall.  This is a great opportunity to learn about new products and discuss your aircraft systems directly with representatives of the manufacturers.

The Dayton Convention Center provides excellent facilities for our seminars as well as exhibitors and sponsors. We expect a full complement of exhibitors, with the events planned to give you more time to interact with our exhibitors. 

The exhibit area will open early and breakfast will be served. You will be able to spend a little extra time exploring the exhibits and enjoy breakfast that is included in your migration package fee.

Cirrus Aircraft will be exhibiting and showing aircraft.

Past exhibitors: •  Aircraft Taxation Company   •  Aero Credit Corp   •  Aeromedix.com   •  AeroTect   •  Aero-Tow   •  Air Graphics LLC   •  AircraftLogs   •  Alaris Aviation, LLC   •  APS Emergency Maneuver Training   •  Aviation Resources   •  Avidyne Corporation   •  CenTex Aerospace Inc.   •  Cirrus Design Corporation   •  Cirrus Certified   •  CO Guardian   •  Doug Ritter   •  EGTrends   •  Forced Aeromotive Technologies   •  Garmin International Inc.   •  Hartzell Propeller Service Center   •  Heads Up Technologies   •  Heaven's Landing   •  Jeppesen   •  L-3 Avionics Systems   •  Lightspeed Aviation   •  LoPresti SpeedMerchants   •  Mountain Air Country Club   •  NationAir Aviation Insurance   •  Northstar Aerospace   •  P&C Aviation   •  Parker Cleveland Wheels and Brakes   •  PM Research, Inc.   •  Precise Flight, Inc.   •  Savvy Aircraft Maintenance Management   •  SimTrain, LLC   •  St. Louis Aircraft Sales   •  S-TEC Corporation   •  Steel Aviation, Inc.   •  Tanis Aircraft Products   •  Teledyne Battery Products   •  Teledyne Continental Motors   •  The Flight Academy   •  Tom's Aircraft Sales  •  Tornado Alley Turbo   •  Twin Cities Aviation, Inc.   •  UND Aerospace   •  VedaloHD Performance Sunglasses  

Social Events & Family Programs

Evening Social Events During COPA Migration all attendees are treated to a series of entertaining and varied evening social events where they can connect socially with fellow COPA members.

Thursday night  Opening Social
You will take a short bus ride to Carillon Historical Park, that includes a number of historical exhibits including the Wright Aviation Building, which houses a recreation of the famous bicycle shop and one of the original Wright flyer's as well as other related exhibits. In addition to visiting the exhibits, you will have the opportunity to socialize over cocktails with your fellow COPA members then enjoy a sit down dinner and program..

Friday Night Banquet
You will transfer to the United States Museum of the Air Force and tour the National Aviation hall of Fame during cocktail hour. Dinner will be served in the Modern Gallery of Flight, a spectacular venue that has hosted Presidents, Astronauts and the who's who of aviation. This Gala dinner will conclude with speakers that will knock your socks off. 

Saturday Evening Fly Away Social will be held in the Ball Room of the Dayton Convention Center. The Fly Away dinner will include the final weather briefing and a entertaining program to cap off your Migration in style.

COPA "Hangar"
Thursday, Friday and Saturday night COPA will have access the "COPA Hangar" atop the Crowne Plaza with entertainment and a place to have a night cap with your friends. This will be the perfect place to end the day. 

Partner In Command course 
This program is designed especially for the right-seat partner. This seminar will give participants new insight into the ins and outs of flying, leading to a major leap in the level of his or her enjoyment in every flight.  

COPA President Emeritus Mike Radomsky takes the group through the details of how to handle an emergency in a Cirrus in a classroom environment.  Drop-ins are allowed, but please indicate your interest when you register so we can plan ahead.

Spouses Program
A robust educational and entertaining spouses program will be offered Friday morning and Saturday afternoon.

Children's Program - Camp COPA
Camp COPA is guaranteed to keep your kids entertained during Migration. We’ve chosen a host of supervised activities that will appeal to all age groups and your kids are welcome to participate in any or all of the activities. This year will include age group specific activities as well as the return of many popular favorites, including visits to the video game parlor.   Baby sitting services for children under 5 may be arranged prior to Migration for an additional fee. Advance reservations are absolutely required.

Lodging & Transportation

Hotels
The headquarter convention hotel will be the Dayton Crowne Plaza, which is connected by a skywalk to the Dayton Convention Center where most of the formal activities will take place. 

Lodging is not included in the price of your Migration registration.  

Group lodging rates are being arranged and details will be announced when available.

Fly-In Aircraft
Plan to fly in to Dayton International airport [KDAY].  COPA has pre-arranged parking at KDAY, so there is no need to call ahead.  Details to be announced.

Ground transportation details will be announced. We plan to provide airport transfer for those flying their aircraft in as well as during Thursday through Sundays core program. Transportation will be included in the Migration 8 package price.

Maintenance  
If you have unanticipated maintenance needs on your flight to Dayton, service will be available at KDAY and KMGY (details to be announced).  Due to the busy event, please do not expect to have routine service performed unless you have arranged for it in advance.

Airline passengers
If you prefer to arrive via commercial flights, Dayton International Airport is served by numerous major air carriers.