December 1985 Flight Lines covers the Colorado Pilots Association's Master Planning Council meeting and the finalized 1986 activities schedule. President Vern Foster reports that 14 members attended the November 16 planning meeting at DENFSS, where approximately 100 member critique sheets were reviewed to shape the upcoming year's programs. The 1986 calendar promises varied statewide activities including fly-ins, air races, mountain flying training, and regional tours designed to increase member engagement across Colorado.
The newsletter introduces newly elected CPA officers and highlights the organization's growth to 18 area representatives throughout the state. Featured officers include Vice President Liz Wheeler, an experienced pilot and educator based in the Denver area, and Secretary Bill Totten, a longtime aviation enthusiast and Cessna owner. The issue also celebrates the Second Annual Saratoga, Wyoming Fly-In held over Labor Day weekend and includes historical reflections on Burlington Airport's early development.
Key Topics
- 1986 CPA Activities Planning and Member Input
- New Officer Introductions and Biographies
- Statewide Area Representative Network Expansion
- Regional Fly-In Programs and Events
- Airport History and Development
- Aviation Insurance and Member Services
Events & Activities
- Master Planning Council Meeting - November 16 at DENFSS
- Second Annual Saratoga, Wyoming Fly-In - Labor Day Weekend
- CPA Poker Fly-In at Greeley - 1986
- 10th Annual Denver-Jackpot Air Race - launching from Front Range Airport - 1986
- Mountain Flying Course - 1986
- Western Colorado Air Tour - 1986
- Eastern Colorado Fly-Ins (multiple) - 1986
Member News
- Liz Wheeler, Vice President: Colorado native and educator with pilot's license since 1980; flies Mooney Super 21 with husband Fred out of Centennial Airport; extensive cross-country flying experience
- Bill Totten, Secretary: Detroit native, pilot since 1965; owns Cessna 172 at Front Range Airport; senior engineer with Public Service Company; recently celebrated 24th anniversary with European travel
- Fred Norton: CPA member featured at Saratoga Fly-In with President Vern Foster and guest speaker Gay Day Alcorn
- Dennis Malone: First prize winner in golf competition at Saratoga Fly-In
- Gay Day Alcorn: Guest speaker at Saratoga Fly-In; local historian and author of "Tough Country" (1984); wife of Braniff Airlines pilot
