January 1989 Flight Lines focuses on the Colorado Pilots Association's organizational structure and committee system. President Walt Barbo emphasizes that CPA's strength lies in its standing committees, which have been expanded from six to ten committees to better address current organizational priorities. The expanded structure now includes new committees for Aviation Education, Flight Safety, and Airspace, reflecting the association's commitment to these important areas of general aviation.
The newsletter highlights significant changes in committee structure, including the splitting of the former Program Committee into separate committees for monthly programs and fly-in events, and the elevation of the Jackpot Classic to its own standing committee due to its growth. Barbo appeals to members to join committees, noting that two chairperson positions are vacant. The issue also includes news from area representatives, an aviation careers workshop for middle school girls, and information about aviation supplies available at Centennial Airport.
Key Topics
- CPA standing committee structure and organization
- Expansion of committees from six to ten for FY 1989
- Committee functions and chairperson responsibilities
- Appeal for members to join standing committees
- New FAA remote communication facility at Ault, Colorado
- Aviation careers in general aviation
- Aviation supplies and products for pilots
Events & Activities
- FAA remote communication facility at Ault, Colorado becomes operational December 15, 1988 (frequency 125.9)
- Aviation Careers Workshop for Littleton middle school girls featuring UAL Pilot Vanita Gallo and Air Force Captain Eileen Collins
- Annual Denver to Jackpot Air Classic (managed by dedicated committee)
- Monthly program meetings and special events coordinated by Program Committee
- Recreational fly-in events coordinated by Fly-In Events Committee
Member News
- Sue Burke of Lakewood preparing for her first parachute jump (featured on cover, photo taken at Fort Collins/Loveland Airport)
- UAL Pilot Vanita Gallo conducted aviation careers presentation to middle school girls as part of "Expanding Your Horizons Conference"
- Air Force Captain Eileen Collins participated in aviation careers workshop
- Fred Jaeger serves as Area Representative for Greeley
