The June 1993 issue of the Colorado Pilots Association's "Flight Lines" newsletter highlights several significant developments within the organization. President Walter Bell announces the launch of the Colorado Flight Safety Foundation, designed to provide tax-deductible funding for enhanced safety seminars, Wings Programs, and maintenance education. Additionally, Mike Silva has been appointed to the Colorado Aeronautics Board to represent pilot interests. The newsletter features coverage of the first Wings Program held in Rangely, Colorado, which included presentations on airspace reclassification, weather safety, and risk factors, though attendance was impacted by weather conditions.
The issue also introduces new Area Representatives for the CPA, including Roger Lake for Montrose and Judy Humphries for Grand Junction. Bell recounts a personal flying experience in Mike Baldwin's Stearman aircraft to the Platte Valley Airport fly-in on May 22, describing the unique characteristics of open-cockpit flying and noting the airport's potential as a replacement for Aurora Airpark.
Key Topics
- Colorado Flight Safety Foundation establishment and mission
- Airspace Reclassification education and training
- Wings Program expansion across Colorado regions
- New Area Representative appointments and expansion
- Aviation safety seminars and pilot education initiatives
- Membership renewal information and procedures
Events & Activities
- Platte Valley Airport Fly-in – May 22 (Featured vintage aircraft and warbirds)
- First Wings Program – Rangely, Colorado, April 16-17 (Included weather seminars and simulator training)
- Airspace Reclassification Seminar – Grand Junction, June 19, 9:00 a.m. with tower tour
- Student Airlift – May 8 at Centennial Airport
Member News
- Mike Baldwin – Elected President of the Colorado Flight Safety Foundation; CPA Programs Chairman
- Mike Silva – Appointed by the Governor to the Colorado Aeronautics Board
- Roger Lake – New Area Representative for Montrose; Educational Administrator and Civil Air Patrol member
- Judy Humphries – New Area Representative for Grand Junction; Vice Chairman of High Country 99s Chapter
- Bob Doubek – Featured in photo with Cessna 182 at Student Airlift, Centennial Airport
