The November 2007 issue of Flight Lines highlights CPA's productive year under President Sarah Jane Dolliver's leadership, featuring announcements of upcoming events including the Annual Meeting and Holiday Party. The newsletter covers important aviation topics including DUATS flight planning issues, recognition of former Senator Lewis H. Entz for his contributions to Colorado aviation, and updates on FAA oversight and weather radar improvements. A detailed account of the CPA's Alamosa Fly-In showcases the organization's commitment to bringing members together for flying adventures and scenic experiences in Colorado's high country.
Key Topics
- CPA Annual Meeting and leadership transition
- DUATS flight planning system issues with NDB navigation aids
- AOPA recognition of former Senator Lewis H. Entz for 1988 aviation legislation
- FAA oversight concerns regarding privatized Flight Service Stations
- Camp David airspace incident and NOTAM communication failures
- NEXRAD weather radar upgrade with dual-polarization capability
- CPA Alamosa Fly-In trip report and scenic experiences
Events & Activities
- November 10, 2007 – CPA Annual Meeting at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC), Broomfield, featuring guest speaker Larry Carpenter, Aviation Archaeologist
- December 10, 2007 – CPA Holiday Party (details to follow)
- August 21-23, 2007 – CPA Alamosa Fly-In at San Luis Valley Regional Airport; 45 members and 14 aircraft participated in scenic railroad trip on La Veta Pass route
- CAB/Colorado Airport Operators Association Conference – Recent event at DIA Embassy Suites where Senator Entz was honored
Member News
- Lewis H. Entz – Long-time CPA member and former Colorado Senator honored by AOPA and the Colorado Aeronautical Board for authoring 1988 legislation that created the CAB, Colorado Division of Aeronautics, and Colorado Aviation Trust Fund
- Rep. Alice Borodkin – CPA member and Colorado pilot testified before Joint Transportation Legislative Review Committee on behalf of Colorado aviation interests
- William Hamilton – AOPA Central Region Representative and CPA member testified alongside Rep. Borodkin on local airport access and aviation manufacturing issues
