October 2020 Flight Lines focuses on general aviation’s vital contributions to Colorado, highlighting Governor Polis’s proclamation of October as General Aviation Appreciation Month. The newsletter emphasizes aviation’s critical role in emergency response, including COVID-19 pandemic support and wildfire relief efforts. CPA President Marty Brophy encourages member engagement and participation in the organization’s governance, while the organization actively recruits volunteers for board positions, committee leadership, and airport representative roles across the state’s six regions.
The newsletter features calls to action for member involvement, including voting on proposed bylaws and participation in the upcoming annual meeting. Bill Marvel’s article details the airport representative program, explaining how members can serve as communication links between CPA and pilots at their local airports while helping recruit new members and organize local aviation activities.
Key Topics
- Governor Polis proclaims October as General Aviation Appreciation Month
- Recognition of general aviation’s role in COVID-19 pandemic response and wildfire relief
- Economic and community benefits of general aviation in Colorado
- CPA bylaws revision and member voting
- Call for volunteer leaders and airport representatives
- Six-region structure for CPA representation across Colorado
- Fall flying opportunities in Colorado
Events & Activities
- CPA Annual Meeting: Saturday, November 7, 2020 (Zoom format)
- Bylaws voting via mail ballot or email to [email protected]
- Local airport fly-ins and breakfast/lunch gatherings
- Safety and mountain flying meetings and events
Member News
- CPA President Marty Brophy – Highlights scenic fall flying over Colorado aspens near Kremmling and thanks members for their participation
- Bill Marvel (RV-14A) – Regional Representative (Region 5) encouraging airport representation participation
- Regional Representatives Listed: Kevin Condroski (Region 1), Rich Barclay (Region 2), Bill Linenberger (Region 3), Philippe Camus (Region 4), Bill Marvel (Region 5); Region 6 position vacant
- Call for volunteers for Board of Directors positions, committee chairpersons, and airport representatives
