Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines (May 2024) focuses on three major political and legislative issues affecting Colorado aviation. President Adrian Nye updates members on House Bill 24-1235 regarding unleaded fuel tax credits and aviation board representation, ongoing legal challenges at Boulder-area airports (KBJC and KBDU), and coordinated efforts to preserve Boulder airport's operations. The newsletter highlights important FAA regulatory clarifications regarding federal grant obligations and airport closure procedures, along with community advocacy initiatives.
The issue also announces exciting upcoming events, including a first-ever tour opportunity in Pueblo featuring the USAF Initial Flight Training Facility and United Launch Alliance Propulsion Test Shop. Additionally, the CPA welcomes new volunteer coordinators for social and educational activities, and shares member photography spotlighting the beauty of Colorado's airspace.
Key Topics
- Colorado House Bill 24-1235 advancing through legislature regarding unleaded fuel tax credits and Colorado Aviation Board composition
- KBJC lawsuit developments and data collection concerns raised by airport activist Brad Walker
- Boulder airport (KBDU) closure threats and FAA federal obligation clarifications
- Coalition advocacy efforts to preserve Boulder airport and prevent facility decay
- New volunteer coordinators for CPA social and educational activities
- Member spotlight: Evan Anderman photography and mountain flying perspectives
Events & Activities
- Pueblo Tour – Friday, July 19, 2024 at KPUB: USAF Initial Flight Training Facility tour (8:45 AM security, 9:00 AM start) featuring Katana DA-20 aircraft training program, lunch at Peter's Inn and Out, and United Launch Alliance Propulsion Test Shop tour (proprietary facility, no photography). Registration required with attendee names provided 48 hours in advance. Contact: Bill Marvel, [email protected], 310-293-2013
- Boulder City Council Vote – July 2024 (tentative): Critical vote regarding airport's future
- Ongoing AOPA-coordinated aviation coalition meetings regarding Boulder airport preservation
- CPA social and educational events being scheduled (details in weekly emails and CPA calendar)
Member News
- Adrian Nye (CPA President): Completed glider rating and actively flying with Bell Ornithopters flying club at KBJC
- Jordan Bishop and Frank Grochowski: Recognized as new volunteer coordinators heading CPA social and educational activities
- Brad Walker: Commended for FOIA efforts uncovering Superior's lead testing results and noise studies related to KBJC
- Evan Anderman: Featured photographer specializing in aerial mountain and prairie photography (Evan Anderman Photography LLC, www.EvanAnderman.com)
- Two anonymous donors: Each contributed $5,000 to seed Boulder airport preservation PR campaign
