The February 2022 issue of Flight Lines, the Colorado Pilots Association’s newsletter, features insights from CPA President Marty Brophy on useful flight tracking tools like FlightAware and ForeFlight’s Breadcrumbs feature, as well as information about a fundraising initiative for Emily Howell Warner Memorial Scholarships supporting women pursuing airline careers. The newsletter also previews an exciting lineup of 2022 fly-ins across diverse destinations including New Mexico, Arizona, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Idaho, with activities ranging from historical site tours to outdoor adventures.
Brophy reflects on navigating challenging times and shares his recent IFR checkride experience, encouraging members to explore available technology for flight tracking and documentation. The issue includes a message from Bill Marvel, an RV-14A builder and organizer, addressing younger CPA members about engagement and visibility within the organization.
Key Topics
- FlightAware tracking for general aviation aircraft
- ForeFlight Breadcrumbs feature for flight documentation
- Emily Howell Warner Memorial Scholarship fundraiser
- 2022 CPA fly-in schedule and activities
- Engagement of younger pilots in the organization
Events & Activities
- April 1-3: Trinity Site and Spaceport America tour in New Mexico (Socorro and Truth or Consequences)
- April 24: Dragon Man Museum near Colorado Springs, landing at Meadow Lake (KFLY)
- May 20-22: Page, Arizona slot canyons fly-in (KPGA)
- June 17-19: Spearfish/Deadwood, South Dakota (KSPF) with Mickelson Trail bike ride
- June 24-26: Glenwood Springs, Colorado fly-in (KRIL) with gondola and whitewater rafting
- July 8-10: Lander, Wyoming with Wind River Mountain activities
- August 13: Burlington, Colorado Kit Carson County Carousel (KIRT)
- August 19-21: Johnson Creek, Idaho backcountry fly-in with mountain flying experience recommended
- September 17: Black Forest Sacred Trees tour (KFLY)
- October 14-16: Trinity Site and Spaceport America weather date
Member News
- CPA President Marty Brophy passed his IFR checkride in fall 2021, completing training at Flying School at KFNL with CFII Alex Coelho
- Retired airline pilot and CPA member Bev Sinclair initiated a St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser supporting Emily Howell Warner Memorial Scholarships for women pursuing airline careers, continuing the effort in 2022
- Bill Marvel and wife Marti, both in their mid-70s, are active in the CPA, flying their RV-14A and organizing fly-ins
- Young CPA member Scott Wilson introduced himself as actively promoting the organization through social media and assisting with website development
