The November 2018 issue of Flight Lines celebrates National Aviation History Month with notable milestones including the 1926 Air Commerce Act that established pilot licenses and aircraft airworthiness certificates, the first untethered hot-air balloon flight in 1783, and the historic “Spruce Goose” flight in 1947. CPA President Bart Jones reflects on a successful year highlighted by fly-ins to Mesa Verde, Alpine, Billings, Kearney, and Ruidoso, continued success of the Mountain Flying program, and the anticipated launch of a redesigned website. The newsletter also addresses important FAA medical certification requirements for upcoming training opportunities.
Key Topics
- National Aviation History Month recognition and historical aviation milestones
- President’s year-end report on CPA activities and member appreciation
- Website redesign project completion
- Mountain Flying program success and scholarship support
- Legislative efforts regarding seaplane initiatives and airport protection
- FAA PROTE (Portable Reduced Oxygen Training Enclosure) requirements and medical certification clarification
Events & Activities
- CPA Annual Meeting – November 10, 2018 (Saturday)
- CPA Holiday Party – December 9, 2018 (Sunday)
- FAA PROTE Training at KAPA – November 29 – December 2, 2018 (Thursday-Sunday); Contact Trimbi at 720-254-8909
- Completed fly-ins to: Mesa Verde, Colorado; Alpine, Wyoming; Billings, Montana; Kearney, Nebraska; and Ruidoso, New Mexico
Member News
- Rob Duncan recognized for extensive effort redesigning the CPA website
- Terry Barbo acknowledged as Membership Chairman for holding the organization together
- Blanche Cohen credited for creative newsletter production
- Bob Kinney praised for organizing successful fly-ins
- Bill Standerfer recognized for nationally recognized Mountain Flying program with record student enrollment
- Bill Totten commended for providing guidance to Glenwood Springs airport in developer disputes
- Elected Officers – Rich Barclay (VP), Chuck Stout (Recorder), and Cindy Jewel (Treasurer) thanked for counsel and guidance
