Colorado Pilots Association’s April 2024 Flight Lines newsletter focuses on legislative advocacy efforts around Colorado HB24-1235, addressing noise complaints and general aviation concerns. President Adrian Nye reports progress on the bill with amendments made in committee, while emphasizing the need for flight training operations to engage more actively in the discussion. The newsletter highlights upcoming fly-in events and outreach plans regarding Boulder Airport’s potential closure, noting strong community support to keep the airport operational.
Key Topics
- Colorado HB24-1235 legislative efforts and noise complaint regulations
- Flight training noise concerns and early morning/late night pattern work compromises
- Pending lawsuits related to airport noise complaints
- Potential subsidies for quieter, unleaded fuel-capable training aircraft
- Boulder Airport closure vote planned for summer 2024
- Boulder Airport petition to keep facility open (9,000+ signatures)
- General aviation community engagement and participation
Events & Activities
- Gunnison/Crested Butte Fly-in: June 28-30, 2024 – Rafting, hiking through wildflowers, dining, and mountain activities. Cost: approximately $200 per person (lodging separate). Limited to 20 participants. Contact: David Ladd, [email protected], (303) 915-5877
- Gallup, NM Fly-in: May 17-19, 2024 – Historic Route 66 destination featuring El Morro National Monument, Inscription Rock hiking, and stays at the historic El Rancho Hotel
Member News
- Adrian Nye serves as CPA President
- CABA lobbyist Kelly Sloan recognized for effective legislative work on HB24-1235
- Brian Garrett (CPA webmaster) proposed subsidy idea for newer, quieter flight training aircraft
