The October 2016 issue of Flight Lines highlights excitement building toward year-end events for the Colorado Pilots Association. President Gary Tobey emphasizes the significance of the upcoming Annual Meeting, which will feature World War II P-38 pilots sharing their experiences from 75 years prior. The newsletter also covers the successful Colorado Drone Expo held in September, recent FAA drone regulations under Part 107, and recognition of CPA's airport awards program. Additionally, the issue includes advocacy efforts by general aviation organizations to promote accurate safety messaging to the public.
Key accomplishments noted include the Colorado Drone Expo's educational focus on agricultural and firefighting applications of unmanned aircraft, coordinated by Bill Totten and Nathan Ruff. The newsletter also features historical recognition of long-time CPA members Walt Barbo and Bill Hamilton in connection with Rocky Mountain Airways history, and updates on infrastructure improvements such as the Dakota Hill AWOS installation project.
Key Topics
- CPA officer elections and voting reminders (federal, state, and local)
- General aviation safety advocacy and NTSB communication efforts
- FAA Part 107 drone regulations and limitations
- Colorado Drone Expo highlights and educational outcomes
- CPA Airport Awards Recognition Program nominations
- Dakota Hill AWOS installation project update
- CPA merchandise availability through Lands End
Events & Activities
- CPA Annual Meeting – Saturday, November 5, 2016, Mt Evans Room, Terminal Building, Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, Broomfield, Colorado. Continental Breakfast at 8:30 am with business meeting, awards, and P-38 pilot presentations.
- CPA Holiday Party – Sunday, December 11, 2016. Features Torry Krutzke receiving Master Aviator Award from FAA with instructor pilot Rudy Welch who soloed him 50+ years ago.
- Colorado Drone Expo – Saturday, September 10, 2016, Legacy Air, Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (past event)
- CPA Airport Awards Nomination Deadline – October 15, 2016
Member News
- Walt Barbo & Bill Hamilton – Long-time CPA members recognized for their contributions to Rocky Mountain Airways history. Walt was nominated by CPA member Dennis Heap for his visionary FAA STOL certification work with Gordon Autry that enabled RMA to service Colorado's high mountain and rural airports.
- Torry Krutzke – Receiving FAA Master Aviator Award at the December 11 Holiday Party, with recognition of instructor pilot Rudy Welch who soloed him over 50 years ago.
- Bill Totten – Led CPA's coordination of the Colorado Drone Expo with Coalition of UAS Professionals.
