The September 2019 issue of Flight Lines focuses on CPA's transition to a new website and accounting system, highlights upcoming organizational opportunities, and features President Bart Jones's reflections on keeping current with modern avionics technology. The newsletter also provides detailed information about the Red Arrows' North American Tour visit to Colorado and announces volunteer opportunities for aviation outreach programs.
Key Topics
- New CPA website and PayPal payment system—members can pay online with credit cards without creating a PayPal account
- President's column on adapting to modern IFR GPS and avionics technology, with recommendations for continuing education resources
- Red Arrows BAE Systems Hawk jets visit to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport
- Call for volunteers and board nominations for CPA leadership positions
- Aviation outreach and mentorship opportunities for new pilots
Events & Activities
- Red Arrows Visit: September 16–18, 2019 at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA), Broomfield, CO; fly-by display on September 17 at 4:45 PM with public viewing area at 11905 Corporate Way
- CPA Annual Meeting: Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport—includes speaker and Board of Directors election
- "Let's Fly Now" Program: Saturday, October 12, 2019, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at Cutter Aviation, KCOS (Colorado Springs); volunteer pilots needed (deadline October 1st); contact Lydia Baldwin at [email protected]
Member News
- President Bart Jones shares personal insights on staying current with evolving avionics technology and recommends educational resources including IFR Refresher magazine, IFR: The Magazine for The Accomplished Pilot, and IFR Mastery video scenarios
- CPA seeking interested members to serve on Board of Directors and as Committee Chairpersons; contact [email protected] for details
