The November 1990 issue of Colorado Pilots Association’s Flight Lines highlights the election of new officers for the 1991 fiscal year and reflects on the organization’s significant achievements in its 18th year of operation. The newly elected leadership—President Mark Meyer, Vice President Bill Marshall, Secretary Beverly Green, and Treasurer Don Vander Ploeg—took office following the Annual Meeting held on October 20, 1990. In his inaugural message, President Meyer emphasizes the importance of unified general aviation representation in Colorado and outlines ambitious goals for organizational growth and expanded statewide presence through the formation of CPA chapters.
During the past year, CPA demonstrated strong advocacy on critical aviation issues, including opposition to the Department of Energy’s proposed flight restrictions around Rocky Flats and active participation in shaping the Terminal Control Area for Denver’s new International Airport. The organization has also focused on pilot education and safety through successful Mountain Flying Courses and expansion of aviation education resources statewide. With membership reaching 411 by October 1st, CPA continues its commitment to serving Colorado’s general aviation community through member services, regulatory advocacy, and educational initiatives.
Key Topics
- Election of new CPA officers and leadership transition
- Advocacy efforts regarding Rocky Flats airspace restrictions
- Involvement in New Denver International Airport TCA development
- Membership growth to 411 members
- Mountain Flying Courses and aviation education initiatives
- Directory of Flight Schools in Colorado compiled and available
- Future plans for statewide chapter activation and expansion
- New pilot recruitment program with discounted first-year membership
Events & Activities
- CPA Annual Meeting – October 20, 1990, US West hangar at Centennial Airport (approximately 70 members attended dinner and program)
- Denver-to-Jackpot Air Classic – July 1990 (32 aircraft participated)
- Mountain Flying Course – June 1990 in conjunction with USPA annual meeting in Denver (30 pilots from 12 states plus Colorado)
- Mountain Flying Course – August 1990 in Wray (13 pilots participated)
- Planned Mountain Flying Course ground school – April 1991 in Greenfield, Iowa
- Public hearing attendance regarding Rocky Flats flight restriction proposal
- FAA public hearings – September 1990 regarding New Denver Airport TCA
Member News
- Mark Meyer elected President for 1991; previously served as Vice President
- Bill Marshall (Aurora) elected Vice President; active in WINGS program and Mountain Flying Courses; compiled computerized list of 68 local qualified instructors and 18 CFIs
- Beverly Green (Aurora) elected Secretary; active participant in CPA activities for several years and assisted Board on special projects
- Don Vander Ploeg re-elected as Treasurer
- Vanita Gallo completed term as outgoing President and gave report on past year’s activities
- Peter Luce, Co-Chairman of Aviation Education Committee, compiled Directory of Flight Schools in Colorado
- Vern Foster conceived plan to take Mountain Flying Courses nationwide, starting with Greenfield, Iowa
- Walter Bell, Chairman of Airspace Committee, led advocacy on Rocky Flats and TCA issues
- Walt Barbo, Tim Morgan, and Dennis Roberts contributed to TCA Ad Hoc Committee work
