The February 2001 issue of the Colorado Pilots Association’s “Flight Lines” newsletter features a new president’s message from Doug Mass, who thanks outgoing President Will Barclay for his service and reflects on his own aviation journey since earning his private pilot license in 1974. The newsletter highlights the successful annual Christmas party with over 120 members in attendance and includes Editor Sarah Barclay’s request for member contributions, photos, and airport news. A feature article provides an inside look at the daily operations of an FBO owner at Flatirons Aviation at Boulder Airport, detailing the diverse responsibilities and multiple profit centers involved in running a modern flight operation.
Key Topics
- New CPA President Doug Mass takes office
- Recognition of outgoing President Will Barclay
- Annual Christmas party recap with 120+ attendees
- Call for member contributions and photography for Flight Lines
- FBO operations and business management
- Flight school, charter services, maintenance, and fuel operations
- Deadline announcement for newsletter submissions (15th of each month)
Events & Activities
- Annual Christmas Party – held in December 2000 with 120+ members attending
- Group escape to Saratoga, Wyoming – March 23-24, 2001 (hot pools and recreation)
- Breakfast flight from FTG to GXY – featuring aerial photography by Walt Bell
Member News
- Doug Mass – Elected President of CPA; Private pilot; flies 1966 Cherokee 180 (N9088J) with Flight Inc. flying club out of Jeffco Airport; based in Littleton, Colorado
- Will Barclay – Recognized for two years of service as outgoing President; co-owner of Flatirons Aviation at Boulder Airport
- Sarah Barclay – Editor of Flight Lines; co-owner of Flatirons Aviation; featured in “A Day in the Life of an FBO Owner” article
- Tim Roberts – Member spotlighted with his V35B Bonanza (N6688U) featured on newsletter cover
- Walt Bell – Photographer credited for aerial photography
- Walt Barbo – Pilot who provided aircraft for aerial photography
