The February 1995 issue of Flight Lines highlights the Colorado Pilots Association’s active advocacy work across multiple fronts. President Mike Baldwin reports on CPA’s efforts to address pilot-controlled lighting at Gunnison County Airport, advocate for approach control radar and Federal tower retention at Grand Junction, and support legislation to exempt smaller flight schools from burdensome bonding requirements. The organization continues to strengthen its influence through increased membership and a network of 27 area representatives statewide, while also establishing a new Safety Committee chaired by Patty Arthur.
Key regulatory and operational matters addressed include coordination with the Colorado Aeronautical Board regarding discretionary funding for general aviation and monitoring of Arapahoe County Public Airport operations. The CPA also maintains engagement with airport authorities and state representatives to ensure general aviation interests are represented in decision-making processes.
Key Topics
- Pilot-controlled lighting discrimination at Gunnison County Airport
- Approach control radar and Federal tower issues at Grand Junction
- Flight school regulation under Colorado Private Vocational Schools Act
- CPA Safety Committee establishment
- Area representative network coordination
- Arapahoe County Public Airport operations and management
- Colorado Aeronautical Board relations and discretionary funding
- Flap usage techniques and procedures (Aviation Advice column)
Events & Activities
- House Committee on Education hearing (January 16) – testimony supporting HB 1027 flight school exemption
- Colorado Aeronautical Board meeting (December 8)
- Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority Board meeting (December 8)
- Colorado to Jackpot Air Classic (previous year event referenced)
Member News
- Ian Bentley – CPA member operating Nearly New Airplanes at Platte Valley Airpark in Hudson, CO; specializes in Piper aircraft modification and rebuilding; placed first in his class in the Colorado to Jackpot Air Classic
- Don Welsh – CPA member whose resignation from Arapahoe County Public Airport Authority Board was noted with thanks for past service
- Patty Arthur – New Safety Committee chair; husband Steve Arthur is a CFI and committee member
- Lewis Entz – Long-time CPA member and State Representative who submitted HB 1027
