October 1992 - Vol. 9, No. 10
The October 1992 issue of Flight Lines features President Bill Standerfer's reflections on the EAA convention at Oshkosh, where he observed that while General Aviation remains vibrant, the economic downturn is affecting vendor participation and aircraft sales. Despite economic headwinds, innovation continues through kit aircraft manufacturers and new primary aircraft certification rules that promise to revitalize training aircraft fleets. Standerfer's message also marks his final president's column as his term expires.
Safety concerns are highlighted with Colorado aircraft accidents in the first six months of 1992 reaching 37 compared to 28 in 1991. The newsletter emphasizes the importance of checking membership renewal dates and addresses significant regulatory disputes, including Boulder's ban on aerial advertising and jurisdictional conflicts over airspace use. Additionally, failed congressional efforts to pass aircraft product liability reform legislation are noted as a partisan issue requiring continued attention.
Key Topics
- EAA Oshkosh Convention observations and General Aviation outlook
- Aircraft accident statistics and safety data for Colorado
- Local government challenges to federal airspace authority (Boulder and Eagle County bans)
- Aircraft product liability legislation failure in Congress
- Membership renewal reminders and address updates
- Judicial overreach in Minnesota regarding low-level flight restrictions
- Innovation in kit aircraft and primary aircraft certification rules
- Colorado Military Heritage Command aircraft acquisition plans
Events & Activities
- CPA potato harvest fly-in tour at Lew Entz's farm in San Luis Valley on September 19
- EAA Convention at Oshkosh (attended by CPA President)
Member News
- Lew Entz (Hooper) - Featured in cover photo with his Cessna T210; hosted CPA potato harvest fly-in tour; Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame inductee
- Member Renewals: Glenn Hooper (Colorado Springs), Bill O'Brien (Aurora), Dr. Phil Norton (Denver), Delene Dougherty (Longmont), Bud Lewis (Aurora), Perry Miller (Brighton), Al Andersen (Morrison), Phil Stietenroth (Denver), Kevin Kennelly (Denver), Edward Dauer (Denver), Sterre Harless (Brighton), Homer Lyle (Aurora), Lyle Muir (Hudson), Lee Porter (Pueblo West)
- J. Scott Hamilton - Aviation attorney providing updates on airspace regulation disputes
