The October 2013 issue of Flight Lines highlights leadership changes within the Colorado Pilots Association, including new Safety Chairman Matt Rytting and Education Chairman Paul Rupprecht, whose diverse aviation background spans military, commercial, and legal expertise. President Mark Brown reflects on his nearly-completed second term, emphasizing the organization’s commitment to meeting members across Colorado and […]
The September 2013 issue of Flight Lines focuses on travel, fly-in events, and aviation infrastructure in Colorado. President Mark Brown discusses the appeal of general aviation travel and encourages members to organize fly-in trips to unique destinations. The newsletter highlights CPA’s comprehensive committee structure covering airspace, education, flight safety, and other aspects of general aviation […]
August 2013 Flight Lines Summary: The Colorado Pilots Association newsletter focuses on fitness for flying, highlighting President Mark Brown’s discussion of pilot self-evaluation regarding illness, altitude effects, and medication interactions. The issue covers important regulatory and safety topics including CBP aircraft search procedures and pilot rights, FAA aircraft registration renewal timing, and fire season awareness. […]
The July 2013 issue of Flight Lines features CPA President Mark Brown’s discussion of membership value and organizational mission, highlighting the association’s work in mountain flying education, backcountry airport access, and pilot scholarships. The newsletter includes a book review of “Contact! Britain!” about WWII ferry pilot Nancy Jane Miller, and coverage of a fly-in trip […]
The June 2013 Flight Lines newsletter focuses on the success of the 3rd Annual Rocky Mountain Light Sport Aircraft Expo, which expanded beyond light sport aircraft to include military jets, warbirds, and helicopters. President Mark Brown praised the event for excellent weather and organization, highlighting the surprise arrival of two Navy F/A-18s that performed a […]
The May 2013 issue of Flight Lines covers several important topics for Colorado pilots, including updates on control tower operations, AWOS site expansions, and board position vacancies. The primary focus is on the Rocky Mountain Light Sport Aircraft Expo, a major two-day event organized by the Colorado Pilots Association that welcomes all pilots, not just […]
Flight Lines (April 2013) covers several key issues affecting Colorado pilots, including FAA tower closures at Front Range and Rocky Mountain Metro Airports, efforts to protect backcountry airstrip access through liability legislation, and updates on new AWOS weather station installations. The newsletter highlights member achievements, welcomes new pilots, and promotes upcoming events including the CPA […]
The March 2013 issue of Flight Lines highlights CPA’s active fly-in program and emphasizes the importance of maintaining basic piloting skills despite modern automation. President Mark Brown discusses winter weather challenges and announces new activities including a potluck lunch at Front Range Airport in April. The newsletter features an extensive discussion of SAFO 13002, an […]
Flight Lines for February 2013 highlights several key developments within the Colorado aviation community. President Mark Brown announces that Ann Anderson has taken the chairperson role for the 2013 Rocky Mountain Light Sport Aircraft Expo, scheduled for May 18-19 at Front Range Airport, with plans to expand beyond light sport aircraft. The newsletter also addresses […]
The January 2013 Flight Lines newsletter focuses on CPA’s optimistic outlook for the new year despite challenges facing general aviation, particularly rising fuel costs. President Mark Brown emphasizes the importance of fly-in events and community engagement, highlighting the upcoming January 12th meeting at Rocky Mountain Regional Airport to plan the 2013 flying season. The newsletter […]
