Weather and Mountain Flying in Colorado
Understanding weather is critical to safe mountain flying in Colorado. The CPA Mountain Flying Program offers training on reading mountain weather, understanding density altitude, and making sound go/no-go decisions.
CPA Presentations
Weather and Mountain Flying in Colorado — An hour-long presentation on flying in the Colorado Rockies and associated weather. A brief overview and sample of the day-long Mountain Flying Ground School.
Mountain Flying Weather Fundamentals — Key weather concepts every mountain pilot should understand before flying in the Colorado Rockies.
Density Altitude
When flying in the mountains, be fully aware of the performance capabilities of your aircraft. If you have not flown in the Rocky Mountains, seek out a mountain flying course and/or mountain flying instructor to help keep everyone safe.
Use the CPA Density Altitude Calculator to check conditions at any Colorado airport before your flight.
