Join COPA!
Founded in 2001, with thousands of members worldwide, Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association is a non-profit organization established to promote the safety and enjoyment of flying Cirrus aircraft. COPA is a volunteer-run organization completely independent of Cirrus Aircraft.
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 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.)