The February 2018 issue of Flight Lines focuses on volunteer opportunities within the aviation community, upcoming fly-in planning, and educational resources for pilots. CPA President Bart Jones highlights the success of the annual fly-in planning meeting and encourages members to pursue self-improvement projects such as regaining instrument currency or exploring BasicMed options. The newsletter also addresses a concerning threat to Glenwood Springs Airport regarding redevelopment plans, which the CPA is monitoring closely alongside AOPA support.
Additional content includes a comprehensive overview of NOAA and its role in providing aviation weather information, details on recent FAA chart updates, and practical guidance on Front Range airport procedures for pilots transitioning between controlled airspace.
Key Topics
- Volunteer opportunities in aviation-related 501(c)3 organizations
- 2018 fly-in destinations and planning initiatives
- BasicMed as an alternative medical certification option
- Glenwood Springs Airport redevelopment threat and advocacy efforts
- NOAA resources and weather information for aviators
- FAA Aeronautical Chart User's Guide updates
- Front Range controlled airport procedures (KAPA, Centennial)
- CPA merchandise and branding through Land's End
Events & Activities
- Fly-In Planning Meeting – Saturday, January 13, 2018 (completed)
- 2018 fly-in destinations planned with one-day trip options for aircraft renters
- San Luis Valley fly-in ideas contributed by Jay Sarason (Del Norte/KRVC)
Member News
- Rose Marie Kern – Author of NOAA article; received Aviation Weather Forecasting certification from National Weather Service in 1998; former Flight Watch specialist with extensive Air Traffic Control background
- Jay Sarason – New Airport Manager at Del Norte (KRVC); contributed fly-in planning ideas
- Brian Frair – New board member at Leadville; contributed fly-in planning ideas
- Amy Helm – New Airport Manager at Glenwood Springs
- Rich and Dana Barkclay – Provided ride to CPA President
