Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines, March 2002 (Volume 19, No. 2) covers legislative developments in Colorado aviation, highlighting SB 02-105 and its impact on the state’s aeronautical governance. President Walt Barbo emphasizes how the bill, though controversial in its original form, served as a “wakeup call” that improved communication among fragmented aviation community interests including the Aeronautics Division, airport operators, and pilot associations. The newsletter also features a detailed travel guide to Fredericksburg, Texas, promoting an upcoming CPA fly-in event scheduled for April 12-14, which includes visits to the Admiral Nimitz Museum, wildflower flights over the Texas Hill Country, and scenic tours including LBJ’s ranch.
Key Topics
- SB 02-105 legislative bill and its amendments affecting Colorado’s Aeronautical Board
- Arboles airstrip closure controversy and Division of Aeronautics response
- Communication and teamwork between aviation factions in Colorado
- Federal vs. state roles in aviation promotion and development
- Support for small airports and backcountry landing strips
- Seaplane facility reactivation opportunities at state reservoirs
- Fredericksburg, Texas attractions: Admiral Nimitz Pacific War Museum, wildflower aerial tours, LBJ Ranch, Guadalupe River kayaking, live music venues
Events & Activities
- CPA Fly-In to Fredericksburg, Texas – April 12-14, 2002
- Admiral Nimitz Museum tours and Pacific War exhibits
- Aerial wildflower scenic flights over Texas Hill Country
- Historical trolley tours of Fredericksburg
- Guadalupe River kayak trips near Kerrville
- Evening live music and Luckenbach dance hall visits
Member News
- Bill Linenberger featured with his Comanche PA-24-250 aircraft; Parts Manager for Len Lyall Chevrolet in Aurora; Certified Flight Instructor with Instrument rating (CFII); bases aircraft at Front Range Airport; Chairman of CPA Aviation Safety Committee
