The February 2015 issue of Flight Lines focuses on themes of service, volunteerism, and community within the Colorado Pilots Association. President Ann Beardall emphasizes the need for members to step up and take leadership roles, noting that the same volunteers have been carrying the organization's activities for years. With membership hovering near 800, she calls for both experienced pilots to mentor younger aviators and younger members to engage with the organization's wealth of knowledge and connections. The issue also includes a tribute to past CPA President Bruce Hulley, who recently passed away, and highlights an upcoming safety seminar at Erie Municipal Airport.
Key Topics
- Volunteer recruitment and the need for new leadership in CPA
- Aging membership and attracting younger pilots to the organization
- Importance of mentorship and knowledge-sharing among members
- CPA Board of Directors meetings held first Monday of each month at Denver Jet Center
- Safety lessons from accidents and incidents at small airports
- Aviation history and legacy of service
- 2015-2016 Colorado Airport Directory availability
Events & Activities
- February 6, 2015 at 6:00 PM – "Learning From Recent Accidents and Incidents at Erie Municipal Airport" seminar at Erie Community Center, 450 Powers Street, Erie, CO 80516. Hosted by Michael Maya Charles, ATP-CFII with 23,000+ hours and FAAST Team Member
- February 15, 2015 – Free hard copies of 2015-2016 Colorado Airport Directory available (online versions already available for download)
- Monthly – CPA Board of Directors meetings, first Monday of each month at 6:30 PM at Denver Jet Center (KAPA), open to members
Member News
- Bruce Hulley – Past CPA President and long-time aviation contributor, recently passed away. Remembered as an exemplary volunteer and leader who gave many hours to CPA's growth
- Norm Meyer and George Meschko – Fellow pilots recently acknowledged for their lifetime contributions to aviation
