July 2017 Flight Lines focuses on several key issues facing Colorado pilots, including the ongoing threat of air traffic control privatization, upcoming fly-in events, and safety training. President Gary Tobey emphasizes the importance of opposing ATC privatization while celebrating general aviation's positive contributions to society. The newsletter highlights opportunities for community engagement through seaplane splash-ins, various fly-in destinations, and membership involvement in the organization's leadership.
The issue features a detailed safety article on executing proper go-around procedures, addressing aircraft loss of control incidents that remain a significant concern for the FAA. Additionally, the newsletter welcomes three new corporate members to the CPA and reminds members of the importance of proper aviation terminology and safety practices.
Key Topics
- Opposition to air traffic control privatization under Trump administration
- Positive attributes of general aviation (Angel Flight, search and rescue, training programs)
- Aircraft loss of control prevention during go-around maneuvers
- Seaplane support and splash-in activities
- CPA leadership elections and volunteer recruitment
- New corporate members: Keystone Aviation, Independence Aviation, and Lost Paddle Rafting
- Aviation terminology and spelling standards
Events & Activities
- July 1: Rose Marie Kern presentation on Future of ATC and ICAO Flight Plans, 1:00-4:00 pm, Front Range Airport FBO Hangar
- July 8-9: Fly-in to Smiley Creek, Idaho for back-country experience
- July 10: Monthly CPA Board Meeting (moved from July 3 to avoid Independence Day)
- July 15: Seaplane splash-in at Kenney Reservoir with landing at Rangely
- July 22-23: Fly-in to Minden, Nebraska for Pioneer Village experience
- November: CPA Annual Meeting with officer elections
Member News
- New Corporate Members: Keystone Aviation (Piper Aircraft dealer), Independence Aviation (Cirrus Platinum Training Center with 2017 Flight Instructor of the Year), and Lost Paddle Rafting
- Governor Recognition: Colorado Governor Hickenlooper declared June General Aviation Appreciation Month
- CPA member Ray Hawkins organizing seaplane splash-in at Kenney Reservoir
- Article contribution by Robert L. Stedman from Independence Aviation on go-around safety procedures
