Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines Newsletter – June 1992
The June 1992 issue of Flight Lines focuses on organizational growth and membership challenges facing CPA. President Bill Standerfer emphasizes the critical need to expand the membership base, noting that stagnant growth threatens the organization’s credibility when advocating for general aviation issues and its ability to fund important representation efforts. He specifically references CPA board member Walt Bell’s representation of Colorado pilots in airspace simulations for Denver’s new airport, which required personal financial contribution due to limited funds.
The newsletter highlights CPA’s active involvement in airspace issues, particularly concerns regarding the Redeye Complex and the closure of flight service stations. The organization continues to support community programs including student airlifts and fly-in events. Leadership urges members to recruit new members and participate in local pilot organization presentations to revitalize the association and provide relief to long-serving volunteer committee chairs.
Key Topics
- Membership growth concerns and organizational credibility
- Airspace issues including Redeye Complex concerns
- Flight service station closures
- Denver airport new airspace structure implementation
- Student airlift programs
- Post office address change due to Stapleton closure (new Denver airport opening 1993)
- Membership dues structure and Flying Review magazine subscription options
Events & Activities
- Eagle County Aviation Association Fly-In and Navigation Rally – May 2, Eagle County Airport
- 3rd Student Airlift – April 25 at Jeffco (reported as most successful to date)
- 16th Annual Denver-to-Jackpot Air Classic – preparation underway, departure from Front Range Airport at Watkins
- July Fourth Poker Fly-In (seeking additional helpers and sponsors)
- CPA Board of Directors Meeting – May 2, Eagle County Airport terminal building
Member News
- New Members Welcomed: Marilyn L. Brand, Randy L. Dunn, Larry Lewark, Mike Mann, Michael Myshatyn, John W. Pohly, William A. Reynolds, Dale E. Smith, and Robert H. Stephen
- Recognition: Vern Foster (Aurora) and Carl Williams (Denver) completed a 5,000-mile flying trip to Brisbane, Australia, Redcliffe Airport in March
- Notable Participation: President Bill Standerfer and wife Ann, along with Bob Doubek (Littleton) and Jack Levandowsky (Denver) participated in Eagle County Navigation Rally
