Flight Lines Volume 12, No. 8 (August 1995) covers the Colorado Pilots Association's activities and regional aviation issues during summer 1995. The newsletter highlights the successful 19th annual Colorado-to-Jackpot Air Classic held in July, with discussions of Gunnison County Airport operational changes, Centennial Airport noise issues, and the impact of Denver International Airport's opening on regional aviation. Key coverage includes President Mike Baldwin's report on aviation policy matters, notable aircraft displays at the EAA Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In, and tributes to community members lost in aviation accidents.
Key Topics
- Gunnison County Airport (GUC) resolution changes regarding night operations and general aviation access
- EAA Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In at Longmont's Vance Brand Airport
- Centennial Airport noise and operating sanctions issues
- Colorado Springs Airport expansion and DIA's market impact
- APA tower radar coverage quality concerns
- Aviation's role in regional economic development
- Congressional advocacy resources for general aviation
- Aircraft performance and fuel efficiency innovations
Events & Activities
- 19th Annual Colorado-to-Jackpot Air Classic - July 15, 1995 at Cactus Pete's Hotel/Casino, Jackpot, Nevada; nearly 30 aircraft participated
- EAA Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In - June 23-25, 1995 at Vance Brand Airport, Longmont, Colorado
- Gunnison County Commissioners hearing - June 20, 1995
- Citizens Advisory Committee meeting - July 13, 1995 (Centennial Airport)
Member News
- Jackpot Air Classic Class "A" Fixed Gear Winners: 1st - John Huft (Golden); 2nd - Ron Lewark (Frisco); 3rd - Bob Doubek (Littleton); 4th - Ed Cutler (Denver)
- Notable Aircraft Displays: Mary Ann and Otto Senft's pressurized Lancair; Carl Williams' new Skyote; vintage aircraft including 1927 Travelaire and 1929 Eaglerock
- Mike Seavall - Demonstrated new Lancair IVP performance with 266.4 mph average speed over 533-mile route and exceptional fuel efficiency estimates
- In Memoriam: Red Williams and John Breit lost in T-28 aircraft accident on July 9, 1995; Air Power West conducted missing man formation fly-over
- CPA Board Leadership: Patti Arthur representing CPA on Centennial Airport noise/community relations issues
