COLORADO
AND CPA SPONSORED
PAST EVENTS CALENDAR Most recent first
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| Aug 28 thru 29, 2010 |
Colorado Sport Int'l Air Show & RMRFI
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Rocky Mtn Metro Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
The Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In is celebrating its 31st year. The event brings all the pilot's favorite fly-in activities to BJC: accommodations for fly-in aircraft, on-site camping & all the activities associated with the fly-in such as Aircraft Judging, Manufacturers & Vendors, Aviation Forums, Kids Space & Barnstormers Ball. All this plus an excellent Air Show too! Info: Jim Cimiluca 720/323-6784 Website:www.cosportaviation.org Email: |
| Aug 21, 2010 |
6th Annual FTG Classic Aircraft & Car Show Prostate Cancer Awareness Day
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Front Range Airport FTG Watkins, CO |
NOTE: Date changed from August 28 to August 21. Pancake Breakfast 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Also Pancake Breakfasts scheduled for May 22, June 19, July 17, and September 18. Info: Laura Shewmaker 303/261-9100 Email: |
| Aug 21, 2010 |
Erie Airport Airfair
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Erie Municipal Airport ElK Erie, CO |
Sponsored by Friends of Erie Airport, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Famous Jake's Pancake Breakfast 7:30 a.m; burgers & hot dogs available later; parachute drops, antique & warbird aircraft displays; rides in WWII C47 & B25 aircraft; and EAA Chapter 43 will be providing Young Eagles rides. Info: Cecil Stump 303/819-0778 Email: |
| Aug 21, 2010 |
Silver Wings Fraternity Luncheon
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Sheraton DTC
Englewood, CO |
Quarterly Luncheon, Sheraton DTC, 7007 S. Clinton Street, Englewood, 11:30 a.m. Speaker: TBA. Info: Frank Gallo 303/617-3957 or Bill Totten 303/364-5238 Email: |
| Aug 20 thru 22, 2010 |
Hot Air Balloon Festival
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Craig/Moffat Airport CAG Craig, CO |
Balloon launch at 94350 U.S. Highway 40, south side of the highway. Info: Ray Beck or 970/824-4994 Website:www.mcballoonfestival.com |
| Aug 14, 2010 |
2nd Annual Spirit of Flight Day
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Spirit of Flight Center Air Museum KEIK Erie, CO |
Aircraft, Hot Rods, Vendors, Re-enactors, Fly-Bys and of course the Spirit of Flight Center museum. Saturday, August 14th- 10am-4pm
2nd Annual Spirit of Flight Day
Spirit of Flight Center Museum
Erie, CO
www.spiritofflight.com Info: Gordon Page 303-517-5078 or Tracey Page 303-885-3960 Fax: 303-464-7576 Email: |
| Aug 14, 2010 |
2nd Annual Spirit of Flight Day
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Erie Municipal Airport EIK Erie, CO |
Aircraft displays and fly-bys, hot rods, WWII Veterans/Tributes; hot air balloon, vendors, food, Museum tours, huge bake sale and door prizes (2650 S. Main St., Bldg. A, Erie); 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Info: Gordon Page 303/460-1156 Email: |
| Aug 14 thru 15, 2010 |
CPA Fly-In to Thermopolis, WY
(CPA) |
Thermopolis THP Thermopolis, WY |
Old western town with famous hot springs; soak and get a massage; float the Wind River canyon; visit dinosaur digs; marvel at the rocks. Info: Lothar Klingmuller 303/984-4469 Email: |
| Aug 7, 2010 |
CPA Mountain Flying Ground School
(CPA) |
Tower Building, Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Course designed to prepare pilots for flight over mountainous terrain and landing at high elevation airports. Optional flight portion of course may be taken next day, or later, at additional cost. Detail of program available on Website. Info: Terry Barbo 303/367-0670 Registration:www.coloradopilots.org/registration.asp?event_id=mtnflying-2010 |
| Jul 26 thru August 1, 2010 |
EAA Airventure 2010
(EAA) |
Wittman Field OSH Oshkosh, WI |
Colorado Connection: Five WWI Replica Aircraft from the Vintage Aero Flying Museum, in Hudson, CO, will be flown to OSH and be on display near AirVenture's showcase AeroShell Square; living history exhibits and daily discussions on WWI aircraft and aviators. Airventure.org/news/2010/10014_replicas.html for details. |
| Jul 17, 2010 |
Pancake Breakfast
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Front Range Airport FTG Watkins, CO |
FREE Pancake Breakfast with purchase of fuel at FTG, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Info: Laura Zimmerman 303/261-9100 Website:www.ftg-airport.com Email: |
| Jul 17, 2010 |
San Luis Valley Pilots Association Fly-in & Airshow
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San Luis Valley Regional Airport-Bergman Field KALS Alamosa, Colorado, CO |
Pancake Breakfast beginning at 7AM. Airshow 10-12AM. Performers include Jon Melby, Don Nelson, and Scott Lane. Lunch available. Airport closed during airshow. Hangar dinner on Friday night July 16 featuring Major General Pat Halloran USAF (Retired) speaking about the U-2 program. Reservations Required for hangar dinner. Info: Paul Foster 719-588-1209 or Jim Fleming 719-587-9593 Fax: 719-754-9080 Email: |
| Jul 16 thru 18, 2010 |
CPA Fly-In to Saratoga, WY
(CPA) |
SAA Saratoga, WY |
Annual Cowboy Gathering at Encampment, WY; old-fashioned melodrama; campfire jam session; cowby poetry; chuck wagon breakfast. Info: Lynn Ferguson 303/651-0708 Email: |
| Jul 10 thru 11, 2010 |
34th Annual Denver-to-Jackpot NV Air Classic
(CPA) |
Rocky Mountain Metro Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
Departs BJC for an approx. 528 sm route to Jackpot/Hayden Field (06U). Overnight at Castus Pete's. Aircraft handicapped by manufacturer's published max speed. Cash prizes. Event open to all interested pilots. Info: Dana & Judi Haglin 303/673-9381 Registration:coloradopilots.org/registration.asp?event_id=jackpot2010 Email: |
| Jul 3, 2010 |
EAA 1267 Pancake Breakfast and scholarship fundraiser
(EAA) |
Granby, Grand County Airport GNB Granby, CO |
Annual pancake breakfast fly-in. Silent auction fundraiser. 7:00AM to 10:30AM. Come celebrate the reopening of GNB and help send kids to Air Academy. Info: Rod Kauber 970 531-0004 or Mark Harrington 970 531-0437 Email: |
| Jul 3, 2010 |
Pancake Breakfast & Fly-In
(EAA) |
Granby Airport GNB Granby, CO |
Sponsored by EAA Chapter 1267 celebrating the reopening of GNB. Details later. Info: Rod Kauber 970/887-0514 |
| Jun 26 thru 27, 2010 |
3rd Annual Never Summer Fly-In
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Walden-Jackson County Airport 33V Walden, CO |
Rodeo Saturday & Sunday; on-field camping; Pancake Breakfast on Sunday; maintained grass strip; fishing the North Platte & local lakes; moose viewing center; Arapahoe Nat'l Wildlife Refuge; sand dunes - ATV area; hiking and exploration. Info: 970/846-6971 Website:www.northparkaviation.com Email: |
| Jun 26, 2010 |
Fly-In and Breakfast
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Fort Morgan Municipal Airport FMM Fort Morgan, CO |
Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Beech Staggerwing; Stearman; and other vintage aircraft. Food provided by Lions Club, live music; Dance Friday night featuring the Morgan Community College Jazz Ensemble and Glenn Miller Music. Commerative Air Force selling rides in their C-45 (Twin Beech). Info: Vernon Tryon 970/467-3088 Email: |
| Jun 26, 2010 |
Kelly Air Park Fly-In Breakfast
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Kelly Air Park (CO15) Elbert, CO |
Breakfast 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Rain or shine; aircraft parking on grass. NOTE: Traffic pattern east side of Rwy 17/35; UNICOM 123.05; AWOS 134.37; runway 3800 x 36 ft., elev. 7,050; see Airnav.com or Website www.kellyairpark.com for map; bring your own tiedowns. Info: Frank Niehus 303/648-3461 or Carl Gross 303/648-0056 Email: |
| Jun 26 thru 27, 2010 |
Never Summer Fly In
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Walden Colorado 33V Walden, CO |
Fly up to take in the Never Summer Rodeo and the beauty of North Park! Camp out Saturday night at the airport, pancake breakfast Sunday, Rodeo's both days! Ground transportation avaliable. Info: Aaron Maddox 970 846-6971 Email: |
| Jun 19, 2010 |
1940s WWII Swing Ball
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Boulder Municipal Airport BDU Boulder, CO |
Hangar 3393, 7:00 p.m. - midnight. Celebrate the 1940s at a World War II themed ball, complete with swing bands and dancers in a USO-type celebration of music and WWII aviation. Admission fee, 21 and over. Info: Tim Head 303/441-3108 303/946-9227 Website:www.1940swwiiball.com Email: |
| Jun 19, 2010 |
4th Annual Airport Day & Open House
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Boulder Municipal Airport BDU Boulder, CO |
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Static displays, aviation seminars, helicopter and by-plane rides, food vendors, and much more. Info: Tim Head 303/441-3108 Website:www.bouldercolorado.gov/airport |
| Jun 19, 2010 |
Pancake Breakfast
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Front Range Airport FTG Watkins, CO |
FREE Pancake Breakfast with purchase of fuel at FTG, 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Info: Laura Zimmerman 303/261-9100 Website:www.ftg-airport.com Email: |
| Jun 19, 2010 |
Van Aire Fly-In / Drive-In
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Van Aire Air Park CO12 Brighton, CO |
Open House for CPA members and guests; arrive at 10:30 a.m; lunch at noon; donation for lunch. Info: Brandon Jewett 303/521-3238 Email: |
| Jun 12, 2010 |
1940s Era Hangar Dance
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Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
TAC AIR, 7425 S. Peoria, 7 - 11 p.m. sponsored by Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum; $35 members; $45 nonmembers, includes Dinner & Drinks (beer & wine). Info: 303/360-5360 Website:www.wingsmuseum.org |
| Jun 12, 2010 |
CPA Mountain Flying Ground School
(CPA) |
Tower Building APA Englewood, CO |
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Course designed to prepare pilots for flight over mountainous terrain and landing at high elevation airports. Optional flight portion of course may be taken at pilot's discretion next day or later, at additional cost. Details of program available on Website. Info: Terry Barbo 303/367-0670 Registration:www.coloradopilots.org/registration.asp?event_id=mtnflying-2010 Email: |
| Jun 12 thru 13, 2010 |
Platte Valley Fly-In & Open House
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Platte Valley Airpark 18V Hudson, CO |
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Fly-In / Drive-In, WWI & WWII re-enactments; food; museum tours; fly-overs; car show; vintage war vehicles; classic airplanes; history; and family fun. Info: Andy Parks 303/502-5347 Website:www.vafm.org Email: |
| Jun 12 thru 13, 2010 |
Vintage Aero Flying Museum Open House and Fly-In
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Platte Valley Airpark 18V Hudson, CO |
Annual fly-in and open house featuring WWI and WWII flight and ground demonstrations, tanks, reenactors, vintage airplanes and car show. Info: Ryan Lunde 720.560.0034 or Mark Beam 636.634.1302 Email: |
| Jun 11 thru 13, 2010 |
CPA Fly-In to Alamosa, CO
(CPA) |
ALS CO |
Travel to Antonito to board the steam powered train of the famous Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. Ride to Chama, NM over spectacular trackage. Info: Ray Watts 970/223-6293 Website:coloradopilots.org/documents/fly ins/june 2010 alamosa fly-in.pdf Email: |
| Jun 5, 2010 |
14th Annual Fly-In
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Rocky Mountain Metro Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
Sponsored by Jeffco Aviation Assoc.; 6:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Trophies awarded: Classic Tube & Fabric, Classic Metal, Antique, Warbirds, Warbird Trainers, Homebuilt Plans Built, Homebuilt Kit Built, Contemporary; and Special Interest. Info: Daril Cinquanta 303/423-9846 Email: |
| Jun 5, 2010 |
Colorado Springs Airport Aviation Day
(FAA) |
Old ARINC Hangar COS Colorado Springs, CO |
Speakers will be from Northwest Mountain Deputy Regional Flight Surgeon and Aerospace Medical Education Division – Survival. Denver FAA Safety Team activities. Plus a B-25 MITCHELL BOMBER and P-47 THUNDERBOLT courtesy of Westpac Restorations, Colorado Springs, CO plus USAF C-21 LEARJET, R44 of Colorado Vertical Helicopters, and a Flight Design LSA from Peak Aviation Center Info: Alan Gorski 719.651.8476 or Al Mathews 719-310-1317 Fax: 719-573-4452 Email: |
| Jun 5, 2010 |
Colorado Springs Aviation Day
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Colorado Springs Municipal Airport COS CO |
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Speakers: Dr. Christopher Taylor, FAA NW Mtn Region Deputy Flight Surgeon and Roger Story, Civil Aeromedical Institute; FAA Activities: Finding "ES" - pilots test their skills in trying to locate a missing aircraft in Colorado; Runway Incursion Prevention; and numerous static displays. www.campgorski.net/Pilotbrief/cosaviationday.html Info: Alan Gorski 719/651-8476 Email: |
| Jun 5, 2010 |
Everitt Airfield Pancake Breafast Fly-In
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Everitt Airfield 1CO8 Parker, CO |
Rocky Mountain Airpark will be hosting their annual Fly-in Saturday,
June 5th, 2010. A pancake breakfast will be hosted from 8 am to noon. Pilots are
encouraged to RSVP if flying in to be able to provide proper parking. Flight
maintainence is available on site for those interested. Info: Pete Vinton 303-870-2260 Email: |
| Jun 5, 2010 |
Everitt Airfield Pancake Breakfast Fly-In
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Everitt Airfield 1CO8 Parker, CO |
Rocky Mountain Airpark will be hosting their annual Fly-in Saturday,
June 5th, 2010. A pancake breakfast will be hosted from 8 am to noon. Pilots are
encouraged to RSVP if flying in to be able to provide proper parking. Flight
maintainence is available on site for those interested. Comm: ctaf “Everitt Airfield”
122.9. rw 23/05 and 18/36 available. Info: Pete Vinton 303-870-2260 Email: |
| May 28 thru 31, 2010 |
Aerobatic Competition at Greeley-Weld County Airport
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GXY Greeley, CO |
Notice of runway closure and change in traffic pattern procedures. Website:coloradopilots.org/documents/latest news/gxynotice.pdf |
| May 22, 2010 |
1st Annual Challenge Air "Fly Day" for Special Needs Children
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X Jet World Centinnial Airport (APA) APA Englewood, CO |
Children/Youth with Special Needs and Serious Illness are INSPIRED & EMPOWERED through this exciting program. Part of the program allows for the young participants to take flight in a 4-6 seat aircraft and some will actually fly the plane. This event is free to all participants and families. Volunteer Pilots Needed. Register at www.challengeair.org. Info: Byron Laszlo 214/929-2323 or Cindy Waggoner 214/642-8072 Fax: 214/351-6002 Email: |
| May 22, 2010 |
Challenge Air Event
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XJet FBO APA Denver, CO |
Event held at XJet FBO on south side of APA. Pilots will fly special needs kids for 30 minute rides--a fun and meaningful opportunity to volunteer your plane and time. Pilot requirements: https://challengeair.com/registration/pilot.php Info: Cindy Waggoner 214/351-3651 214/642-8072 |
| May 22 thru 23, 2010 |
CPA Fly-In to Moab, UT
(CPA) |
CNY Moab, UT |
Drive to Canyonlands National Park for a tour of the magnificent "Island in the Sky" motor road. Optional hikes from 1/2 to 5 miles. Info: Dean Jaros 970/686-1233 Email: |
| May 15, 2010 |
A Salute to America's Heroes Day
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Erie Municipal Airport EIK Erie, CO |
Starting with a Balloon Launch at 6:30 a.m. at Colorado Nat'l Golf Course followed by a Pancake Breakfast at the FBO. Color Guard presentation at 10:00 a.m; warbirds, vintage aircraft and race cars on display. Free youth flights. Additional activities in town and at the Spirit of Flight Museum on the airport. www.erieco.gov Info: Tim Gilbert 303/437-4342 Website:www.friendsoferieairport.org |
| May 15, 2010 |
International Learn To Fly Day
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Colorado Springs Municipal COS Colorado Springs, CO |
Sponsored by EAA; Peak Aviation & Cutter Aviation hosting event 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Cutter Aviation. Speakers from FAA, City of COS Airport Ops, a retired NASA Astronaut; Peak Center's brand new Light Sport Aircraft, a Flight Design CTLS, will be on display and available for $20 flights, plus info on how you can earn your sport pilot's license in as short as 2 weeks available. Registration & free tickets are available at www.cospilot.com or www.learntoflyday.com Info: Allen Mathews 719/573-4452 Website:www.learntoflyday.com Email: |
| May 15, 2010 |
International Learn To Fly Day Event & Pilot Meet & Greet
(EAA) |
Atlantic Aviation at Aspen-Pitkin County Airport KASE Aspen, CO |
Learn To Fly Day Event and Pilot Meet & Greet in Atlantic Aviation at Aspen Airport from 10am - 2pm. To be added to our mailing list, please email. Info: Gary Kraft 970-274-0520 Email: |
| May 15, 2010 |
Pilot Fun Day
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Stevens Field PSO Pagosa Springs, CO |
Bomb Drop and Spot Landing Competition; Morning Coffee 10:00 a.m.; BBQ by Stevens Field Auxilary. Info: Bill McKown 970/799-1920 or Anne Kautzky 970/422-4855 Website:gallery.me.com/annemarie10#100277 Email: |
| May 15, 2010 |
Silver Wings Fraternity Luncheon
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Sheraton DTC
Englewood, CO |
Quarterly Luncheon, Sheraton DTC, 7007 S. Clinton Street, Englewood; 11:30 a.m. Speaker: Charlie Johnson, former CEO Cessna Aircraft Company. Info: Frank Gallo 303/617-3957 or Bill Totten 303/364-5238 Email: |
| May 15, 2010 |
Speaker Series
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Vintage Aero Flying Museum
Fort Lupton, CO |
Free Brats & Hot Dogs Lunch & Talk -- noon. Speaker: Captain Emily Howell Warner--first female captain for a scheduled US airline. Please RSVP by May 10 to 303/502-5347. Info: Andy Parks 303/502-5347 Website:www.lafayettefoundation.org Email: |
| May 8, 2010 |
Wings For Our World
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Tower Building, Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
Event at International Jet Aviation at APA, 8511 Aviator Lane, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Daytime event free to the Public. Dinner & Auction at 6:00 p.m. $75/pp. Adm. Richard Truly will emcee panel discussion on leading edge aviation programs which sustain a responsible balance with energy, wildlife and the environment. Info: Kristin Love 303/360-5360 Email: |
| May 4 thru June 5, 2010 |
Colorado Springs Aviation Day
(FAA) |
Colorado Springs Airport KCOS Colorado Springs, CO |
Event is to promote aviation of all types and get together for speakers, static aircraft, FAAst events and more. Representatives from COS Airport, Air Traffic, TSA, Fire/Rescue, flight schools, FBO's and more!!! Dr. Chris Taylor, Northwest Mtn Deputy Flight Surgeon will speak. Info: Alan Gorski 719.651.8476 or Casey Parker 719.550.1974 Email: |
| Apr 24, 2010 |
Snowbusters Pancake Breakfast
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Erie Airport EIK Erie, CO |
Pancake Breakfast/Fly-In. Sponsored by EAA 43. 7 AM to 11 AM Saturday morning April 24. Info: Tom Tomlin 970-330-1214 Email: |
| Mar 13 thru 14, 2010 |
CPA's Early Bird Special
(CPA) |
Kearney EAR Kearney, NE |
CPA's first fly-in of 2010. Fly in to Kearney Regional Airport, 280 nautical miles. Spectacular migratory flight of thousands of sandhill cranes; they arrive at dusk, leave at dawn; interpretation by professional ornithologist. Info: Bob Kinney 303/288-7371 Email: |
| Feb 20, 2010 |
Silver Wings Fraternity Luncheon
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Sheraton DTC
Englewood, CO |
Quarterly Luncheon, Sheraton DTC, 7007 S. Clinton Street, Englewood, 11:30 a.m. Speaker: Maj. Gen. Pat Halloran, USAF Ret., on SR-71 Program. Info: Frank Gallo 303/617-3957 or Bill Totten 303/364-5238 Email: |
| Jan 16, 2010 |
2010 Fly-In Planning
(CPA) |
Rocky Mtn Metro Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
Saturday, January 16, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Mt. Evans Room, BJC Terminal Building. Info: Dean Jaros 970/686-1233 Email: |
| Dec 13, 2009 |
CPA Holiday Dinner
(CPA) |
Buffalo Run Golf Course
Commerce City, CO |
Buffalo Run Golf Course Clubhouse, 15700 E. 112th Avenue, Commerce City, Colo. Details later. Info: Colleen Chambers 303/470-7837 Email: |
| Dec 8, 2009 |
CPA Mountain Flying Ground School
(CPA) |
Tower Building, Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Course designed to prepare pilots for flight over mountainous terrain and landing at high elevation airports. Optional flight portion of course may be taken next day, or later, at additional cost. Detail of program available on Website. Info: Terry Barbo 303 |
| Nov 7, 2009 |
CPA Annual Membership Meeting
(CPA) |
Rocky Mtn Regional Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
8:30 a.m. - noon. Details later. Info: Colleen Chambers 303/470-7837 Email: |
| Nov 5 thru 7, 2009 |
AOPA EXPO
(AOPA) |
Tampa FL
Tampa , FL |
Annual AOPA EXPO Info: AOPA Hqs 800-USA-AOPA |
| Oct 9 thru 12, 2009 |
Fly-In to Hutchinson, KS
(CPA) |
Hutchinson HUT Hutchinson, IN |
Cosmosphere's Adult Astronaut Experience! Very realistic simulated space flight. Full weekend of educational fun. Special early sign-up deadline MARCH 6! Call or e-mail TODAY. Info: Wayne & Terry Munson 303/666-8757 or Greg Reedy 303/814-3351 Email: |
| Oct 3, 2009 |
Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame Banquet
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Lakewood
Lakewood, CO |
Lakewood Country Club. Sponsored by Colorado Aviation Historical Society. Annual Awards ceremony for inductees into the Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame. This is a luncheon event. Guest Speaker: Col. Tom Kirk, prisoner of war, who spent four years in the Hanoi Hilton. Info: Bea Khan Wilhite 303/697-4775 Website:www.coloradoaviationhistoricalsociety.org |
| Oct 2 thru 4, 2009 |
Fly-In to Payson, AZ
(CPA) |
Payson PAN Payson, AZ |
Drop over the Mogollon Rim inbound. Friday, famous Tonto Natural Bridge, Happy Hour and cookout dinner in the full service campground on field. Saturday, hike or scenic drive. Sunday a.m. depart for home. Info: Eric & Deb Jensen 970/482-7160 |
| Sep 19, 2009 |
Aviation Builders Forum, Fly-In & Workshops
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Erie Co Airport EIK Erie, CO |
7AM Pancake breakfast 7AM Forums about aircraft building, 1PM hands on workshops Info: Bob Young 303-466-6902 or Greg Hall 303-424-4216 Email: |
| Sep 19 thru 20, 2009 |
Fly-In to Scottsbluff, NE
(CPA) |
Scottsbluff BFF Scottsbluff, NE |
One-day tour of the National Monument. Ride to top of 800 ft. spire. Hike the Oregon Trail. Mid-afternoon return BFF for flight home, OR overnight. Happy Hour; famous Whiskey Creek Steakhouse. Info: Dean Jaros 970/686-1233 Email: |
| Sep 19, 2009 |
LaJunta Airport Fun Day
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KLHX LaJunta, CO |
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Jon Melby Airshow, Colorado Yak Pak and WWII re-enactment. Food, games. fun. http://www.ci.la-junta.co.us/airportfunday/airportfunday2009.html |
| Sep 12 thru 13, 2009 |
Colorfest Balloon Glow
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Stevens Field Colorado PSO Pagosa Springs, CO |
Annual Colorfest and Balloon Glow. Vendors, Activities, High Country RC's, Quest Model Rockets, Static displays. Sept 12 1600-2200; Sept 13 0700-0900 Info: Bill McKown 970-799-1920 or Airport 970-731-3060 Fax: 970-731-4075 Email: |
| Sep 12, 2009 |
Van Aire Fly-In / Drive-In
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Van Aire Airpark CO12 Brighton, CO |
Open House for CPA members and guests; arrive at 10:30 a.m.; lunch at noon; donation for lunch. Info: Bill Teater 303/659-7329 Email: |
| Sep 11 thru 13, 2009 |
Fly-In to Marble, CO
(CPA) |
Marble Pvt Marble, CO |
Memorable backcountry fly-in to this remote private strip. A great adventure courtesy of a gracious host. A continuing CPA tradition of many years. Info: Bill Meine 303-748-4588 303-795-2755 Registration:coloradopilots.org/registration.asp?event_id=marble2009 Email: |
| Sep 5 thru 6, 2009 |
5th Annual Wild West Air Fest
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Bob Adams Field KSBS Steamboat Springs, CO |
Labor Day Weekend fly-in; entertainment at airport. on the mountain and all over town! NEW: Pacific Prowler B-25 Mitchell Bomber rides at $375 - reserve by contacting Joe. Wings Over The Rockies KidSpace -- hands on activities for kids. Info: Joe Birkinbine 970/879-1636 Website:www.wildwestairfest.com Email: |
| Aug 29, 2009 |
5th Annual Classic Aircraft & Car Show Prostate Cancer Awareness Day
(FTG) |
Front Range Airport FTG Watkins, CO |
Info: Laura Shewmaker 303/261-9103 Website:www:ftg-airport.com Email: |
| Aug 29, 2009 |
Longmont EXPO Open House
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Vance Brand Airport 2V2 Longmont, CO |
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Airport EXPO will honor Cole Kugel, a founder of Longmont Airport. Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m. at airport (Airport Rd. between 9th Ave. & Nelson Ave.); aircraft, antique cars & motorcycles, sky diving demo, concessions, city & local vendors. Mojo Mama will perform live at 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Event is Free, including parking. To host a booth email airportexpo09@gmail.com; to volunteer airportvolunteer2009@gmail.com. Steve's cell: 303/469-7661 Info: Steve Beach 303/547-0100 |
| Aug 22 thru 23, 2009 |
Colorado Sport International Air Show
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Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport BJC Broomfield (DENVER), CO |
The Colorado Sport International Air Show brings the thrill of high-performance aerobatics, nostalgic warbirds and modern military flight demonstrations combined with the Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In, featuring hundreds of aircraft on static display, aircraft manufacturers and vendors, pilot safety seminars and workshops, kids activities and fun for the whole family. Info: Jim Cimiluca (720) 323-6784 Email: |
| Aug 22 thru 23, 2009 |
Colorado Sport International Air Show & Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In
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Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
The Colorado Sport International Air Show brings the thrill of high-performance aerobatics, nostalgic warbirds and modern military flight demonstrations combined with the Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In, featuring hundreds of aircraft on static display, aircraft manufacturers and vendors, pilot safety seminars and workshops, kids activities and fun for the whole family. Info: Jim Cimiluca 720-323-6784 or Shelly Fritzler 720-320-8325 Email: |
| Aug 22 thru 23, 2009 |
Colorado Sport International Air Show & Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In
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Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport BJC Broomfield, CO (DENVER), CO |
The Colorado Sport International Air Show features the thrill of high performance aerobatics, nostalgic warbirds and modern military flight demonstrations. Pilots will enjoy the Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In which features Aircraft Manufacturers, Aviation Vendors, Aircraft Judging, Safety Seminars, Aircraft Building Workshops, Onsite Camping, and of course... a Pancake Breakfast! Info: Jim Cimiluca 720-323-6784 or Shelly Fritzler 720-320-8325 Email: |
| Aug 22 thru 23, 2009 |
Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In
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Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport BJC Broomfield (DENVER), CO |
The Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In, features hundreds of aircraft on static display, aircraft manufacturers and vendors, pilot safety seminars and workshops, kids activities, food and fun for the whole family. The daily Colorado Sport International Air Show brings the thrill of high-performance aerobatics, nostalgic warbirds and modern military flight demonstrations. Info: Jim Cimiluca (720) 323-6784 Email: |
| Aug 15 thru 16, 2009 |
Fly-In to Glenwood Springs, CO
(CPA) |
Glenwood Springs GWS Glenwood Springs, CO |
Headquartered at the fine old Hotel Colorado; we will enjoy Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and the Hot Springs Pool, Happy Hour and Dinner at Hotel; and optional cycling, hiking, or rafting on Sunday. Info: Chuck Knuth 970/704-6134 Email: |
| Aug 8, 2009 |
CPA Mountain Flying Ground School
(CPA) |
Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
CPA Mountain Flying - High Elevation Airport Operations Ground School, Tower Bldg., APA, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Course designed to prepare pilots for flight over mountainous terrain and landing at high elevation airports. Fee: $185 for CPA members; $200 for nonmembers (inc. course materials). Optional flight portion of course may be taken at pilot's discretion and cost ($200), next day or at a later date. Details & registration form on Website. Info: Terry Barbo 303/367-0670 Website:www:coloradopilots.org Email: |
| Aug 8, 2009 |
Fly-In to Trinidad, CO
(CPA) |
Trinidad TAD Trinidad, CO |
One-day tour of new historic area; view restored buildings and plazas; lunch at downtown restaurant. Afternoon tour. Return to TAD for flight home OR overnight, "stay-and-play" at Cougar Canyon Golf Club. Info: Walter Bell 303/488-9780 Email: |
| Aug 5, 2009 |
Fly-In Pancake Breakfast during Leadville's Boom Days
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Leadville-Lake County Airport KLXV Leadville, CO |
Pancake breakfast $6/person. Also take advantage of our free shuttle to town to check out the annual Boom Days Celebration! Info: Christy Lindh 719-486-0307 719-293-5110 Fax: 719-486-0736 Email: |
| Jul 31 thru August 2, 2009 |
Fly-In to Amarillo, TX
(CPA) |
Amarillo TWD Amarillo, TX |
Stay at the Ambassador Hotel; dinner Friday night. Saturday see the spectacular scenery of Palo Dura Canon; then chuck wagon dinner and performance of famous melodrama, Info: Torry & Carol Krutzke 719/546-0888 Website:www.pikespeaklocoworks.com/ Email: |
| Jul 27 thru August 2, 2009 |
Airventure Oshkosh 2009
(EAA) |
OSH Oshkosh, WI |
The annual Oshkosh event. Visit www.airventure.org for more information Info: EAA Aviation Center 920-426-4800 |
| Jul 11 thru 12, 2009 |
33rd Annual Denver-to-Jackpot NV Air Classic
(CPA) |
Rocky Mountain Regional BJC Broomfield, CO |
If you like to challenge yourself or compete with others, this is your event. The 33rd Air Classic is Co-Sponsored by CPA. We depart BJC, check point at RKS and continue on to Jackpot Nevada. Aircraft are handicapped by the committee based on individual GPS Runs with manufactured published speeds and any modifications for your aircraft. 3 different classes, Registration includes: Continental breakfast, Ramp party, Awards Banquet, Cash Purses for each category, commemorative shirt and lots of fun. Info: Judi & Dana Haglin 303/673-9381 Registration:www.coloradopilots.org/registration.asp?event_id=jackpot2009 Email: |
| Jul 11, 2009 |
Airshow at Alamosa
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Alamosa Colorado KALS Alamosa, CO |
Fly-in and Airshow
Breakfast 7am - Airshow 10am to 12 noon Info: Paul Foster 719-852-9860 |
| Jul 11, 2009 |
Pancake Breakfast
(EAA) |
McElroy Airfield 20V Kremmling, CO |
Sponsored by EAA 1267; 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Annual Pancake Breakfast & fly-in normally held at Granby (GNB) will be held at McElroy Airfield, Kremmling this year due to runway construction at GNB. Info: Rod Kauber 970/531-0004 Website:www.eaa1267.org Email: |
| Jul 4, 2009 |
2nd Annual Airfest
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Craig/Moffat Airport CAG Craig, CO |
Pancake breakfast; dedication ceremony of new terminal building, military and GA flyovers 11:00 a.m. - noon; and aircraft displays. CPA members attending or who may wish to stay overnight, shop, golf, or fish, transportation provided to/from airport and other points. Info: Ray Beck 970/824-4994 Email: |
| Jun 27, 2009 |
Kelly Air Park Fly-In Breakfast
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Kelly Air Park CO15 Elbert, CO |
Breakfast 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Rain or shine; aircraft parking on grass. NOTE: Traffic pattern east side of Rwy 17/35; UNICOM 123.05; AWOS 134.37; runway 3800 x 36 ft., elev. 7,050; see Airnav.com or Website www.kellyairpark.com for map; bring your own tiedowns. Info: Frank Niehus 303/648-3461 or Carl Gross 303/648-0056 Website:www.kellyairpark.com Email: |
| Jun 27 thru 28, 2009 |
Never Summer Fly-In
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Walden Jackson County Airport 33V Walden, CO |
Fly-in and camp in scenic North Park. Rodeo Sat and Sun, Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, nearby fishing and wilderness areas provide an easy escape for the weekend! (Moose viewing Capital of Colorado!) Info: Aaron Maddox 970 846-6971 Email: |
| Jun 26 thru 28, 2009 |
Fly-In to Vernal, UT
(CPA) |
Vernal VEL Vernal, UT |
Friday - tour Dinosaur National Monument; hike Jones Hole Trail and see ancient rock art. Happy Hour. Saturday: expedition rafting on the Green River -- rapids and fantastic scenery. Sunday: short hike? Fly home. Info: John Martyny 303/449-6875 Email: |
| Jun 23 thru 26, 2009 |
Air Race Classic
(99S) |
Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
Sponsored by local 99s Chapter. Start Tuesday, June 23 at 8:00 a.m. and terminating in Atlantic, Iowa. Race is for women pilots and non turbo charged stock aircraft. Celebrating 80th Anniversary of All Women's Air Racing. Info: Sue Osborne 303/471-0665 Email: |
| Jun 20, 2009 |
Boulder Muni Airport Open House
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BDU Boulder, CO |
Sponsored by C.M.L. Air Ltd, Millenium Harvest House, Enterprise. Tour & fly in Commerative Air Force TBM Avenger; view a T-28; new aircraft by USAERO inc. a WACO, Mooney & Diamond Aircraft. Seminars: 9:00 a.m. Viet Nam Air Lift recount by Bob Resling; 12:30 p.m. New aircraft technology, etc., by Jamie Martin; $5.00 fee for seminars. Aviation History author & former test pilot Wayne Harding on hand for sales and book signing. Info:
Info: Chris Lucas 303/449-1825 Email: |
| Jun 20, 2009 |
CPA Mountain Flying Ground School
(CPA) |
Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
CPA Mountain Flying - High Elevation Airport Operations Ground School, Tower Bldg., APA, 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Course designed to prepare pilots for flight over mountainous terrain and landing at high elevation airports. Fee: $185 for CPA members; $200 for nonmembers (inc. course materials). Optional flight portion of course may be taken at pilot's discretion and cost ($200), next day or at a later date. Details & registration form on Website. Info: Terry Barbo 303/367-0670 Website:www:coloradopilots.org Email: |
| Jun 20 thru 22, 2009 |
Fly-In to Smiley Creek, ID
(CPA) |
Smiley Creek U87 Smiley Creek, ID |
Smiley Creek, in the Sawtooth Mts near Ketchum, is a jumping off point for hiking to nearby lakes and streams. It is also the perfect place to launch to other backcountry airstrips located throughout the region. Info: Mark Greksa 970/468-0725 Email: |
| Jun 20, 2009 |
JAA 14th Annual Fly In
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Rocky Mountain Metro Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC), Broomfield, CO, 6:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Italian Pancake Breakfast 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. In conjunction with The Italians of America Car Show. Registration Fee $5.00. Trophies given in 9 aircraft classes. Drawing to be held, for fly-in pilots only, for a flight in a mystery plane to be announced. Add'l info: Joe 303/829-3095, Jason 303/494-9660 or www.italiansofamerica.com Info: Daril 303-423-9846 Email: |
| Jun 13, 2009 |
Cessnas and the Armed Services Day
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Rocky Mtn Metro Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
To benefit Leonidas Fund, sponsored by Propel Aircraft Sales. Breakfast 8:00 a.m.($3); BBQ lunch ($5) 11:30 a.m. Breakfast & Lunch $7. Active Duty eats for free! Cessna aircraft, vintage War Birds & vehicle displays, raffles, live music, helicopter discovery flights with Rotors of the Rockies & Aircraft Discover Flights with McAir Aviation. Leonidas Fund supports troops on active duty, returning home and all military veterans returning to civilian life. |
| Jun 12 thru 13, 2009 |
45th Annual Hayward Air Rally
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Hayward HWD Hayward, CA |
Event is a 500-mile VFR cross-country competition, NOT a race, flown in two legs (2-day event). Excellent opportunity to test your flying skills and have fun! Visit Website for particulars. Info: Chris Verbil 408/757-3426 Website:www.hwdairrally.org Email: |
| Jun 6, 2009 |
Air Power Heritage Hangar Dance
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Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
TAC Air Hangar at APA, 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Step back in time and enjoy a night of nostalgia as you dance to big dance tunes and savor USO-style entertainment and dining. Special guest: USAF Maj. Nicole Malachowski, first female member of USAF Thunderbirds. 303/360-5360 ext. 105 Info: 303/360-5360 |
| Jun 6 thru 9, 2009 |
B-17 Aluminum Overcast Flights
(EAA) |
Centennial Airport APA Englewood, CO |
Your chance to fly in a beautifully restored WWII B-17 Flying Fortress. Hosted by EAA and The Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum. Info: 800/359-6217 |
| Jun 6 thru 7, 2009 |
Fly-In to Wheatland, WY
(CPA) |
Wheatland EAN Wheatland, WY |
An old time mountain ranch weekend with all the traditional favorites: tent camping, hiking, hay ride, barbecue supper, campfire singing, and an outdoor happy hour in a beautiful meadow next to a babbling brook. Info: Lynn Ferguson 303/651-0708 Email: |
| May 29 thru 31, 2009 |
Fly-In to Oklahoma City, OK
(CPA) |
Norman OUN Oklahoma City, OK |
Visit NWS Severe Storms Lab; tour a USAF AWACS airplane at Tinker AFB. Historic Brick Town, Myriad Botanic Gardens & Tropical Conservatory; National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and more. Info: Bob & Shawn Kinney 303/288-7371 Email: |
| May 16, 2009 |
Pagosa Springs fly-In
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Pagosa Springs, CO |
Pilots receive a complimentarty breakfast at the FBO, and free transportation to the following activities: horseback riding, tour of Chimney Rock Indian Ruins Archaeological Area, Pagosa Hot Springs, and shopping in quaint Pagosa Springs, Fred Harmon Art Museum, and Piedra Falls. Free admission to the San Juan River Rod Run car show, featuring Hot Rods, Antique Cars, Motorcycles and 4X4's. Receive a $5 complimentary meal coupon for an evening meal at the local restaurants. Rental cars available. For more details go to www.archuletacounty.org/airport Info: Bill McKown 970-799-1920 970-731-3060 |
| May 16 thru 17, 2009 |
Pagosa Springs Open House
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Stevens Field PSO Pagosa Springs, CO |
Co-sponsored by Archuleta County and Pagosa Springs. Antique car show, trips to hot springs, Chimney Rock Indian ruins, and a Sunday golf tourney. Info: Bill McKown 970/731-3060 970/799-1920 Website:www.archuletacounty.org/airport/newsletters.asp Email: |
| May 16 thru 17, 2009 |
Vintage Aero/LaFayette Foundation/Platte Valley Airpark Spring Fly-in
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Platte Valley Airpark 18V Ft. Lupton, CO |
Vintage Aero Flying Museum Home of The LaFayette Foundation Spring Fly-in 2Day event. Sat WWI/Golden age of Aviation Planes, Tanks, Living History displays, Sunday; WWII Planes, Tanks, Living History displays. Fun for the whole family. Meet the pilots from the Movie "FlyBoys", Special Guest include Vets, Authors, and Historians. Largest display of uniforms and aircraft from WWI, Golden Age of Aviation, and WWII in Colorado. Sat. 8-3, Sun 8-3 Info: Vintage Aero/LaFayetteFound. 303-5025347 or Andy Parks 303-668-8044 Email: |
| Apr 18, 2009 |
"Snow Buster" Fly-In
(EAA) |
Erie Municipal Airport EIK Erie, CO |
EAA Chapter 43 (Mile High) is hosting this annual fly-in and Pancake Breakfast, 7:00 a.m. Drive-ins very welcome. Bad weather date is April 25. Additional contacts: Lynn Miller 303/666-8233 or Dave Biesemeier 970/669-2285. Info: Bob Young 303/466-6902 or Brian Cabebe 303/459-4306 |
| Mar 14 thru 15, 2009 |
Air Fiesta 2009
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Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport BRO Brownsville, TX |
Air Fiesta 2009. Annual air show hosting and exhibiting Commemorative Air Force aircraft, aerobatic exhibitions, modern military aircraft from the US Air Force and Navy, as well as CAF member owned WWII and Korean era planes. Features static displays of modern military aircraft, military flybys, food concessions and kiddie rides. Info: 956-541-8585 |
| Mar 8 thru 10, 2009 |
Upper Midwest Aviation Symposium
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BIS Bismarck , ND |
Upper Midwest Aviation Symposium. North Dakota Aviation convention for all facets of avaition community in surrounding states. Info: Rod Brekken 701-328-9650 Website:www.ndac.aero/events.htm |
| Feb 28, 2009 |
Free Spaghetti Lunch and Talk
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Platte Valley Airport 18V Fort Lupton, CO |
Vintage Aero Flying Museum, 12 noon. Speaker: Colorado Aviation Legend Brigadier General Robert F. Titus featured on History Channel's "Dogfithts" series. Please RSVP by February 25. Info: Andrea Parks 303/502-5347 Email: |
| Jan 31, 2009 |
Lafayette Foundation Museum Free Spaghetti Lunch and Talk
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Vintage Aero Flying Museum, Home of the Lafayette Foundation 18V Ft Lupton, CO |
Free spaghetti lunch and talk with Doolittle Raider Col Bill Bower and B-25 pilot 1st Lt Lynn Daker. Starting at noon, Saturday January 31, 2009. Directions at LafayetteFoundation.org. Please RSVP by Wednesday January 28, 2009. Info: Andrea Parks 303-502-5347 or Andy Parks 303-668-8044 |
| Jan 24, 2009 |
'09 Fly-In Planning Session
(CPA) |
Rocky Mtn Regional Airport BJC Broomfield, CA |
BJC Terminal Building (upstairs), 9:00 a.m. Present your ideas for fly-ins for the year -- all suggestions welcome. Info: Bob Kinney 303/288-7371 Email: |
| Jan 24, 2009 |
CPA Fly-In Planning Meeting
(CPA) |
Rocky Mtn Regional Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
BJC Terminal Building, second floor, 9:00 a.m. Bring your ideas for fly-ins for 2009. Info: Dean Jaros 970/686-1233 Email: |
| Jan 24, 2009 |
The Mountain Flying Seminar
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APA Englewood, CO |
The Mountain Flying Seminar - Spirit of Flight Fund Event. 0800 * 1700; Speakers: Sparky Imeson, NWS meteorologists, JJ Ellis, SERE on survival, maintaining mental and physical fitness. Continental breakfast and light lunch included. Info: Chris Lucas 303-449-1736 Website:www.cmlairlimited.com/page3.htm |
| Jan 22 thru 25, 2009 |
U.S. Sport Aviation Expo 2009
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SEF Sebring, FL |
U.S. Sport Aviation Expo 2009. One stop shopping to pick a plane, arrange financing, arrange insurance, get checked out and fly your plane home. Includes free forums on Sport Pilot and Light Sport Aircraft.. Website:www.sport-aviation-expo.com/ |
| Jan 10, 2009 |
Severe Weather Spotter Training
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Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport BJC Broomfield, CO |
Join the NWS volunteer spotter network, which provides real-time weather information year round to forecasters at the National Weather Service in Boulder, Colorado. Learn to identify various cloud and storm features, which may produce severe weather Info: Chris Lucas 303-449-1736 Email: |
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