The December 2012 issue of Flight Lines highlights important developments for the Colorado Pilots Association, including leadership transitions and planning for the year ahead. President Mark Brown discusses the anticipated pilot shortage in the airline industry and reflects on factors affecting recruitment into aviation careers, including training costs and competition from other activities. The newsletter emphasizes community through holiday wishes and features member accomplishments, including the Outstanding Member Award presentation to Nathan Kurth.
A significant focus is placed on the 2013 fly-in planning process, with an urgent call for members to participate in the January 12 planning meeting at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport. The newsletter encourages both experienced and first-time fly-in sponsors to propose destinations and volunteer, offering mentoring support and resources. Additionally, the issue includes a book review of a CPA member’s memoir about his adventures as an Associated Press foreign correspondent, and the beginning of a safety-focused article about forced landings in twin-engine aircraft.
Key Topics
- Pilot shortage in airline industry and recruitment challenges
- Winter flying safety considerations
- CPA officer elections and leadership changes
- 2013 fly-in planning and sponsorship opportunities
- Aviation safety—forced landings in twin-engine aircraft
- Member book review: AP foreign correspondent memoir
Events & Activities
- CPA Holiday Party – December 9, 2012
- Fly-In Planning Meeting – January 12, 2013, 9:00-11:30 AM, Mt. Evans Conference Room, Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC) terminal building
Member News
- Outstanding Member Award: Nathan Kurth recognized and presented award by President Mark Brown
- New Members: Tyler McWilliams, Lloyd Land, Gregory Fisher, Wayne Clark, Malachi O’Neill, and corporate member Mountain Aviation
- Officer Elections 2012-2013: Mark Brown (President), Karen Hitchcock (Recorder), Cindy Jewell (Treasurer), Bob Kinney (VP and Flyin Chair); Bob Venohr declined to run again for VP due to outside time commitments
