The July 1990 Colorado Pilots Association newsletter highlights significant accomplishments and upcoming events for the organization. The issue celebrates the installation of a plaque honoring long-time CPA member Kathryn C. Hach at the International Forest of Friendship in Atchison, Kansas, recognizing her outstanding contributions to aviation. The organization’s quarterly luncheon meeting in Pagosa Springs on June 9 was praised for its warm hospitality and educational presentation on NTSB investigations by Greg Feith. The successful 4th Annual Mountain Flying Course held June 15-16 at Denver-Centennial Airport drew 26 pilots from across the United States and featured instruction from 20 volunteer CPA instructors. President Vanita Gallo notes that members are encouraged to attend future meetings and participate in CPA activities to support general aviation throughout Colorado.
Key Topics
- Mountain flying safety and education initiatives
- NTSB accident investigation insights
- CPA directory of flight schools development
- Airspace issues and Colorado Aeronautical Board representation
- Bulk mailing operations and volunteer coordination
- Fly-in activities and coordination of rides for pilots
Events & Activities
- Quarterly Luncheon Meeting – June 9 in Pagosa Springs, hosted by Larry and Ginny Bartlett
- 4th Annual CPA Mountain Flying Course – June 15-16 at Denver-Centennial Airport with 26 participants
- AIRSHOW COLORADO – August 11-12 at Front Range Airport; CPA manning the Pit Gate
- Next Quarterly Meeting – Saturday, August 25 in Wray, Colorado
- Denver-to-Jackpot Air Classic fly-in and Poker Fly-in events announced
- Memorial Day Fly-In to Tucson area – 30 participants in 9 aircraft
Member News
- Kathryn C. Hach (Loveland) – Honored at International Forest of Friendship in Atchison, Kansas on June 16 for outstanding contributions to aviation advancement
- 20 Mountain Flying Instructors – Recognized for volunteer instruction including Bruce Hulley, Babette Andre, Steve Purcell, Robert Henley, Mike Murphy, Ron Schoonover, and others
- Fran Shoup (Aero Services) – Provided free tie-downs and pilot lounge facilities for the Mountain Flying Course
- New Colorado Aeronautical Board appointees: Al Lopez and Lucile Bledsoe
