Welcome to Port Macquarie !

COPA Pilot Proficiency Program (CPPP)

The COPA Safety and Education Foundation organizes recurrent training with General Aviation ground courses and Aircraft-specific flight instruction during a weekend of socializing with like-minded owners and their partners. Many Cirrus pilots choose to make CPPP a key part of their annual or biannual training.

What do you get at the Port Macquarie CPPP Weekend ?

The COPA Pilot Proficiency Program offers participants a selection of theoretical ground courses, optional flight instruction segments with some of the most experienced COPA instructors, a Partner-in-Command program for non-pilot right seat companions, and an extensively expanded simulator laboratory.

Event times are Friday beginning at 13:00h (1:00pm) through Sunday concluding at 15:00 (3:00pm), all local times. Additional flight or simulator slots on Friday morning subject to availability.

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Event Details

Port Macquarie

is a coastal city located on the Mid North Coastof New South Wales, Australia, about 390 km (242 mi) north of Sydney, and 570 km (354 mi) south of Brisbane. The city with its suburbs has a population of around 50,000.

Airport

Port Macquarie, YPMQ, welcomes COPA University and the Australian pilots to this CPPP event. Parking spots and fuel are available over the weekend.

Hotel

Welcome to Sails Port Macquarie, a breathtaking 4.5-star waterfront hotel located in the "Settlement City" precinct. Explore our lush gardens or take the costal walk into town and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Port Macquarie. We can’t wait to welcome you!