May 1990 Flight Lines: The Colorado Pilots Association newsletter covers critical regulatory updates, advocacy efforts, and upcoming member events. President Vanita Gallo's message addresses the FAA's one-year extension on anti-drug testing plan requirements for certain operators under F.A.R. 135.1c, and proposes that CPA consider sponsoring a consortium to help members meet these compliance needs. The association is also expanding its educational mission with a new mountain flying awareness program chaired by Chris Wiant, recognizing Colorado's unique aviation challenges.
The newsletter highlights significant airspace advocacy work led by Chairman Walt Bell, particularly CPA's strong opposition to a Department of Energy proposal to create a prohibited area over Rocky Flats. Multiple CPA members testified at a March 27 public hearing, with nearly 200 aviation community representatives attending. Key concerns included impacts on Jeffco Airport's instrument capability and potential loss of reliever airport status. Legislative efforts continue regarding jet fuel tax allocation, with Senator Allard and Representative Entz introducing S.B. 90-181 to ensure aviation fuel taxes are used exclusively for aviation purposes.
Key Topics
- FAA anti-drug testing plan requirements and one-year extension (deadline April 10, 1991)
- CPA proposal for anti-drug testing consortium for operators
- Mountain flying education initiative
- DOE proposal for Rocky Flats prohibited airspace and CPA opposition
- Airspace designation changes and proposed radio tower near Kingsburg
- State legislative action on jet fuel tax allocation (S.B. 90-181)
- Publication submission guidelines for Flight Lines
Events & Activities
- June 1 – Pagosa Springs Quarterly Meeting with luncheon, program, and co-sponsored FAA Wings Proficiency Program; ground transportation provided
- June 15-17 – USPA Annual Meeting at Clarion Hotel, Centennial Airport; Martin Marietta plant tour planned
Member News
- Kevin Kennelly – Featured as new CPA member from Denver; owns Temco Swift GC-1B based at Aurora Airpark; part of group dedicated to keeping Aurora Airpark open
- CPA Board Members Recognized: Walt Bell (Airspace Committee Chair), Frank Gallo (Legislative Affairs Chair), Chris Wiant (Mountain Flying Committee Chair), and multiple members who testified against Rocky Flats proposal including Dennis Roberts, Gretchen Jahn, Cliff Malmquist, Karl Sutterfield, Scott Hamilton, Bruce Bosshard, and Dave Gordon
