The November 2002 issue of Flight Lines highlights Eric Jensen's transition into the CPA presidency, following Walt Barbo's leadership. Jensen emphasizes the organization's role in supporting general aviation in Colorado and notes concerns about pilot visibility, with only 17,027 pilots among Colorado's 4.4 million residents. The newsletter celebrates member achievements, including Emily Howell Warner's induction into the National Women's Hall of Fame and updates on aviation industry developments featuring Colorado-based companies and members.
Key activities include a successful annual meeting at Frontier Airlines headquarters featuring a new safety program, a well-attended Telluride Fly-In in late September with 16 aircraft and 39 participants, and a CPA campout at Chaco Canyon in October. The organization continues to strengthen its social and educational mission while addressing general aviation's challenges in the post-9/11 environment.
Key Topics
- CPA leadership transition and organizational direction
- Pilot visibility and recruitment at airports and flight schools
- General aviation statistics and advocacy
- Crawford Airport runway paving project (Airport 99V)
- Colorado-based business jet development
- Post-9/11 aviation scrutiny and pilot population concerns
Events & Activities
- Annual Meeting at Frontier Airlines Headquarters with new Safety Program presented by Greg Feith
- Telluride Fly-In - September 28-29, 2002: 16 aircraft, 39 participants; activities included jeep tours to Tomboy Mine ghost town, hiking to Bridal Veil Falls, town visits, and cocktail party at Smugglers Pub
- CPA Campout at Chaco Canyon in October
- CPA Christmas Party (upcoming)
Member News
- Emily Howell Warner - Inducted into National Women's Hall of Fame in October 2002 for aviation "firsts" including first female pilot for scheduled U.S. passenger airline (Frontier Airlines, 1973) and first female U.S. airline captain; 21,000+ flight hours; now retired and living in Granby, Colorado
- Gregory Feith - Joined Flight Safety and Design Integrity Board (FSDIB) of Aviation Technology Group in Englewood, Colorado; involved with development of new two-place Javelin executive business jet
- Bob Doubek - Featured at CPA campout; continues aviation involvement
- Walt Barbo - Outgoing President, recognized for strong leadership of the organization
