The February 2014 issue of Flight Lines features CPA President Ann Beardall's message emphasizing the importance of member participation in fly-ins and community engagement. The newsletter highlights the organization's 2014 fly-in planning meeting and announces a new initiative to host monthly hangar fly-in/potluck events across Colorado locations including Grand Junction, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. Beardall calls on members to invite non-members to events and help grow CPA's visibility within the aviation community.
The issue also celebrates CPA's significant presence at the Career Connect 8th Grade Expo, where over 5,200 students from Douglas County attended. CPA members staffed a popular booth featuring a flight simulator and provided career guidance in various aviation fields. Additionally, the newsletter includes practical information about cold weather piston engine starts with references to manufacturer guidance from Continental and Lycoming, along with an update on federal funding for contract towers nationwide.
Key Topics
- 2014 fly-in planning and member participation
- Monthly hangar fly-in/potluck events initiative
- Expanding CPA visibility and recruitment
- Cold weather piston engine starting procedures
- Federal funding for contract tower operations
- Aviation career education and outreach
Events & Activities
- Annual Fly-in Planning Meeting - January 11, 2014
- Career Connect 8th Grade Expo - November 13, 2013 at Douglas County Fairgrounds (5,200+ students attended)
- Monthly Hangar Fly-in/Potluck Events - Planned across multiple Colorado airports including Grand Junction, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo
- Previous Potluck Event - Summer 2013 at FTG hosted by Walt and Terry Barbo (approximately 100 attendees)
Member News
- Education Committee Recognition: Paul Rupprecht (Education Chair), Walt Barbo, Ed Cutler, Romana Stueckrad, and Joanne Rupprecht presented aviation career information at the 8th Grade Career Expo
- President: Ann Beardall
- Vice President & Fly-in Planner: Bob Kinney
- CPA booth noted as one of the biggest draws at the Career Expo, with administrator commending CPA's participation
