Summary: The March 1990 Colorado Pilots Association newsletter highlights legislative activities and upcoming association events. President Vanita Gallo reports significant progress on securing jet fuel sales tax revenues for aviation needs and details the CPA Board's positions on pending state legislation, including successful opposition to a highway landing restriction. Key discussions include FAA airspace redesignation comments, upcoming fly-in trips, and efforts to improve aircraft reimbursement rates for state employees.
Key Topics
- Jet fuel sales tax allocation efforts to benefit Colorado aviation
- State legislation regarding aircraft operation and DUI laws
- FAA airspace redesignation proposal (Class A, B, etc.) with April 16, 1990 comment deadline
- Aircraft reimbursement rates for state employees
- Proposed increases to avgas excise tax
- Member article submission guidelines for Flight Lines
Events & Activities
- Monthly CPA Board meetings held first Monday of each month at Denver Jet Center, Centennial Airport at 7:00 p.m.
- Denver-Jackpot Air Classic (potential routing changes under discussion)
- Tucson fly-in trip, Memorial Day weekend (May 26-28)
- Ouray fly-in trip, Labor Day weekend (September 1-3)
- Deadwood, South Dakota trip, first weekend of October
- Multiple one-day trips planned
Member News
- Hank Newman awarded Honorary Membership in the Colorado Pilots Association in recognition of his support for Colorado aviation as AOPA Regional Vice President for the Southwest Region
- Member spotlight: Ken Witherby of Broomfield featured with his beautifully restored Piper Comanche 180 aircraft in original Piper brown and white colors
