April 1992 Flight Lines Summary: The Colorado Pilots Association newsletter reports on several significant issues affecting general aviation in the state. CPA President Bill Standerfer highlights constructive discussions with the Colorado Air Guard regarding proposed Military Operations Areas (MOAs), while also addressing contentious "us versus them" situations including the Air Force Academy's proposed "Zoomie MOA" affecting Colorado Springs operations and Longmont City Council's controversial annexation vote that threatens the Longmont Airport. The President emphasizes CPA's reliance on members and area representatives to alert the organization about local issues requiring advocacy and support.
Key management updates include the CPA's change of mailing address due to the planned closure of the Stapleton post office when Denver's new airport opens in 1993. The newsletter welcomes three new members and provides membership renewal information, with dues ranging from $20 to $55 depending on membership length.
Key Topics
- Red Eye Complex and MOA changes with Colorado Air Guard
- Air Force Academy's proposed "Zoomie MOA" impacting Colorado Springs Airport
- Longmont Airport annexation and residential encroachment concerns
- Jeffco Airport relief from DOE flight restriction proposals
- Grand Junction Flight Service Station decommissioning plans
- Membership dues and address change procedures
- CPA's reliance on member input for local advocacy
Events & Activities
- Longmont City Council vote on airport annexation - March 12, 1992
- Colorado Aeronautical Board meeting - March 11, 1992
- Proposed Grand Junction Flight Service Station decommissioning - effective October 15, 1992
- Easter Food Lift event (referenced from previous year)
Member News
- Mike Baldwin - Featured member and CPA Programs Committee Chairman, flies a P210N731C8, based in Evergreen, operates from Centennial Airport
- New Members: Steven R. Cowell (Denver), Robert C. Kalberer (Boulder), Charles H. Simmons (Boulder)
- Area Representatives: Kent Eckhart (Colorado Springs) and Les von Hagel (Longmont) recognized for extensive work on local issues
- Aeronautical Board Appointments: James Fritze (Eagle County Administrator) and Peter Lert (Senior Editor of Air Progress Magazine, Telluride resident) appointed to fill vacancies
