The December 2009 issue of Flight Lines features CPA President Bob Kinney’s message highlighting member generosity and airport development initiatives. Two members, Patti Arthur and Jan McKenzie, donated used VHF radios for the Marble fly-in, with Patti’s donation accepted. The newsletter reports progress on the Salida airport campground construction and promising plans for a pilot’s campground at Leadville-Lake County airport. President Kinney emphasizes the importance of CPA fly-ins in increasing flying hours and camaraderie among members, encouraging attendance at the January annual fly-in planning meeting.
The issue also details a successful Scottsbluff, Nebraska fly-in in September with over 40 members who visited Scottsbluff National Monument. The event was well-organized with excellent local support, including tours, discounted accommodations, and meals. The newsletter includes the annual financial report showing assets and equity changes for fiscal year 2008-2009, and reminds members of the upcoming holiday party.
Key Topics
- Member donations and generosity (VHF radios)
- Airport development: Salida campground and Leadville pilot’s campground
- AOPA Airport Support Network (ASN) volunteer recruitment
- CPA fly-in program benefits and scheduling
- Online newsletter access in color and archived issues
- Annual financial report for fiscal 2008-2009
Events & Activities
- Scottsbluff Fly-in – September 19, 2009, Scottsbluff, NE (BFF) – Over 40 CPA members visited Scottsbluff National Monument with ground transportation, meals, and discounted lodging provided
- Holiday Party – Sunday, December 13, 2009, Buffalo Run Golf Course
- Annual Fly-in Planning Meeting – January 2010 (date to be announced) – Traditional meeting to plan fly-ins for the season
Member News
- Patti Arthur – Salida-based attorney and CPA member who donated a VHF radio for the Marble fly-in and has been working with President Kinney on Salida airport campground development
- Jan McKenzie – Also offered to donate a VHF radio for the Marble fly-in
- Carl Hasselbrink – Took delivery of a new Bobcat for facilitating Salida airport campground construction
- Zach Colescott – New manager at Leadville-Lake County airport with plans for pilot’s campground development
