Volume 23, No. 1 – January 2006
The January 2006 issue of Flight Lines features President Bart Jones' reflections on the successful 2005 flying year, highlighted by the CPA Christmas Party held in December. Jones emphasizes the camaraderie among members and announces upcoming fly-in planning opportunities for 2006. The newsletter celebrates long-time members Vern Foster (66 years of flying) and Walt Barbo (62 years), and acknowledges Jim Wark's generous contribution of aerial photography books that raised $145 for the CPA scholarship fund.
The issue also includes a detailed account titled "Sitting Duck, Concerning Learning," a cautionary tale from 1993 about a runway incursion incident at a California airport involving a flight instructor and student. The article illustrates critical lessons about communication, situational awareness, and aviation safety during high-traffic conditions.
Key Topics
- 2005 Year recap and flying adventures
- CPA Christmas Party and member socializing
- Scholarship fund fundraising efforts
- Planning 2006 fly-in activities
- Runway incursion incident analysis and safety lessons
- Communication protocols during busy airport operations
Events & Activities
- CPA Christmas Party – December 2005
- Fly-in Planning Session – Saturday, January 14, 2006 at 1:00 PM, Jeffco Airport Terminal Conference Room
- Multiple fly-ins planned for 2006 (dates and locations to be determined)
Member News
- Vern Foster – Recognized for longest flying career at 66 years; traveled from Enid, Oklahoma to attend Christmas Party
- Walt Barbo – Recognized for 62 years of active flying
- Jim Wark – Retired geologist and aerial photographer; donated two books (America and Colorado) that raised $145 for CPA scholarship fund
