The May 1999 issue of Flight Lines covers a range of topics relevant to Colorado Pilots Association members, including safety reminders from President Will Barclay about maintaining proficiency as flying season accelerates, an upcoming fly-in trip to Hot Springs State Park in Wyoming, and a feature on member Rob Duncan's adventurous trip to Baja, Mexico in "Wanda the Wonder Wagon." The newsletter also highlights how CPA wings stickers and pins are being distributed worldwide by members, and begins to investigate potential impacts of the Governor's transit plan on the Mountain AWOS program.
Key Topics
- Pilot proficiency and safety as flying schedules increase
- Importance of currency and continuing education (BFR, endorsements, ratings)
- CPA wings stickers and lapel pins as aviation souvenirs
- Adventure travel by aircraft
- Hot springs and recreational flying destinations
- Potential impact of Governor's transit plan on Mountain AWOS program
Events & Activities
- Hot Springs Fly-in: June 26-27, 1999 in Thermopolis, Wyoming (Hot Springs State Park) - includes hot mineral springs, river walks, fishing, golf, and overnight accommodations
- Heritage Aviation Tour (page 14)
- Updated Calendar of Events (page 10)
Member News
- Bill Wright: Recently returned from aviation holiday in Scotland where he discovered a CPA wings sticker at Far North Aviation in Wick, Scotland, placed there by Sarah and Will Barclay
- Rob and Andy Duncan: Featured for adventurous two-week vacation to Baja, Mexico in "Wanda the Wonder Wagon" with bicycles, scuba equipment, and camping gear
