August 2020 Flight Lines highlights the Colorado Pilots Association’s successful first fly-in of the season to Steamboat Springs, marking a significant return to in-person gatherings after COVID-19 lockdowns. The event brought together eleven aircraft carrying twenty members who enjoyed hiking, biking, and scenic mountain views before gathering for a Happy Hour at Steamboat Mountain Lodge and dinner at local restaurants. President Marty Brophy’s column reflects on aviation passion, announces the reopening of Colorado’s highest paved airport at Leadville (KLXV), and calls for member involvement in upcoming board elections and CAB representation opportunities. The newsletter also emphasizes the growing importance of CPA’s digital presence across multiple social media platforms.
Key Topics
- First CPA fly-in of 2020 season post-COVID reopening
- Aviation camaraderie and member reconnection
- Leadville Lake County Airport (KLXV) runway repaving and reopening
- Colorado Aeronautical Board representational opportunities
- Proposed bylaws revisions for member voting
- CPA’s multi-platform social media strategy and online community
- Aviation-related Facebook groups and online resources
Events & Activities
- Steamboat Springs Fly-in – August 2020 at Bob Adams Airport; included hiking, e-biking, scenic drives, Happy Hour at Steamboat Mountain Lodge, and group dinners
- Board Elections – November 2020 (nominations due before elections)
- CAB Applications – Opening October 2020 for Pilot Community representative position
Member News
- Ann Beardall – Recognized for exceptional service on the Colorado Aeronautical Board as Pilot Community representative; completing two terms in December 2020
