August 2005 - Volume 29, No. 1
The Colorado Pilots Association's newsletter highlights the successful 29th running of the Denver to Jackpot Air Classic, which attracted 32 entries—double the previous year's participation. The race, coordinated by Bob Venohr's committee, featured both speed events and planning challenges, testing pilots' skills in fuel consumption and time-enroute estimates. CPA President Bart Jones praised the event's organization and the generous sponsorship that ensured every participant received a door prize. Beyond the Air Classic, the newsletter showcases several summer fly-ins and activities that brought the CPA community together for both aviation and adventure.
The newsletter also features member contributions documenting fly-ins to Saratoga, Wyoming and explorations of the Oregon Trail by air. These trips combined flying with ground activities including river rafting, historical site visits, and scenic travel. Additionally, the publication includes a call for member stories with valuable lessons learned in aviation, offering a year's free membership renewal to contributors whose stories are published.
Key Topics
- 29th Annual Denver to Jackpot Air Classic Race results and organization
- Flight planning challenges: fuel consumption and time-enroute estimates
- CPA member fly-ins and recreational activities
- Historical aviation heritage exploration (Oregon Trail)
- Member storytelling and publication opportunities
- Community and sponsorship support
Events & Activities
- 29th Annual Denver to Jackpot Air Classic - July 2005; 32 aircraft entries; Colorado-based race with prizes totaling equal or more than registration fees
- Saratoga, Wyoming Fly-In - June 25-26, 2005; 13 aircraft; included river rafting on the South Platte, lodging at Saratoga Inn, and dinner at Wolf Hotel
- Oregon Trail Fly-In - June 4-5, 2005; Led by John and Cathie Martyny; tours of Ft. Laramie, Register Cliff, and Wagon Ruts area in Guernsey, Wyoming
- 30th Annual Air Classic scheduled - July 8, 2006
Member News
- Judy Haglin - Recognized for sparking increased participation in the Air Classic through inspired sponsorship solicitation
- Carl Talkington - Led Saratoga fly-in; participated in canoe trip down South Platte River
- Kathleen Bennett - CPA member with Instrument and Commercial ratings; exploring Oregon Trail history by air
- John and Cathie Martyny - Led Oregon Trail fly-and-drive-in to Guernsey, Wyoming
- Air Classic Committee Members - Special recognition to Dana and Judi Haglin, Jim Hollis, and Vern Randel for organizing pilot packs and prizes
- Story Submission Program - Dean Jaros ([email protected], 970-686-1233) invites members to share flying stories with lessons learned; accepted stories receive one year free CPA membership renewal
