The September 1999 issue of Flight Lines highlights the Colorado Pilots Association’s robust membership and active community. President Bill Barclay reflects on the perfect flying season of fall, sharing a memorable flight in a pressurized Baron from Denver to Las Vegas, complete with stunning celestial views over the Rockies. The newsletter celebrates record CPA membership, successful activities, and new leadership positions while encouraging members to share their own flying experiences.
A standout quarterly meeting was held in Pueblo on September 11, featuring an exceptional presentation by professional aerial photographer Jim Wark on Alaska flying and photography. The event included safety instruction from Wings program leaders Bill Marshall and Vern Foster, and was enhanced by the Pueblo contingent’s hospitality. Upcoming major events include a maintenance seminar at Front Range Airport and the annual CPA Christmas party.
Key Topics
- Fall flying season advantages and density altitude considerations
- Pressurized aircraft operations and descent planning
- Professional aerial photography techniques and safety in flight
- CPA membership at record levels
- Maintenance regulations and required inspections
- Wings safety program highlights
- Front Range Airport management transition and tenant concerns
Events & Activities
- Quarterly Meeting – September 11, 1999, Pueblo Airport terminal conference room featuring Jim Wark’s Alaska aerial photography presentation
- CPA Maintenance Seminar – October 16, 1999, Front Range Airport, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., led by IA Sonny Elgin ($15 registration includes lunch)
- CPA Annual Meeting – November 1999 (date and location to be announced)
- CPA Christmas Party – December 5, 1999, Front Range Airport hangar with catering by Assignments Restaurant
Member News
- Dore Lake Lodge Trip – CPA members Bill Linenberger, Walt Bell, Sonny Elgin, and Bart Jones visited Dore Lake Lodge in Big River, Saskatchewan (921 nautical miles from Centennial), reporting excellent facilities and service
- New Leadership Positions – New area representatives and PR director announced (confirmation to follow)
- Safety Committee Recognition – Bill Lindenberger acknowledged as Chairman of the CPA Safety Committee
- Jim and Judy Wark – Special recognition for exceptional Alaska presentation and photography work
- Pueblo Area Representatives – Lee and Flo Porter recognized for hosting outstanding meeting
