The December 2025 edition of Flight Lines highlights new CPA leadership under President Andy Holmes, who emphasizes the organization’s core mission to advocate for and promote general aviation in Colorado. The newsletter underscores that CPA’s influence depends on engaged members who participate in meetings, submit comments, and support advocacy efforts. Key priorities outlined include safety, […]
The November 2025 issue of Flight Lines covers the conclusion of Adrian Nye’s term as CPA President and the transition to Andy Holmes, along with announcements of upcoming organizational events and aviation advocacy efforts. The newsletter highlights the organization’s commitment to supporting general aviation in Colorado through scholarships, community events, and active engagement in airport […]
The October 2025 issue of Flight Lines features President Adrian Nye’s thoughtful exploration of potential new initiatives for the Colorado Pilots Association, including the establishment of a 501(c)3 foundation to support educational programs and scholarships, improved liaison management across aviation organizations, targeted outreach to other local aviation groups, refocused airport representative programs, and renewed efforts […]
September 2025 Flight Lines features an extensive President’s Corner by Adrian Nye, highlighting three years of CPA leadership before transitioning in November. The newsletter emphasizes the organization’s core missions of promoting safety, encouraging general aviation growth, and engaging on aviation policy matters. Key accomplishments include the continued success of the Mountain Flying program (now offering […]
The August 2025 Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines newsletter covers significant developments in general aviation, particularly the FAA’s final MOSAIC rule released at Oshkosh 2025. President Adrian Nye provides detailed analysis of how the 717-page regulation redefines Light Sport Aircraft and Sport Pilot certificates, expanding eligibility for more practical aircraft and removing some medical certificate […]
Summary: The July 2025 issue of Flight Lines focuses on the upcoming EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025, where the Colorado Pilots Association will staff a booth twice the size of previous years to promote Colorado aviation and the CPA mountain flying program. President Adrian Nye discusses the anticipated FAA release of the MOSAIC final rule, which […]
June 2025 Flight Lines focuses on critical threats to general aviation in Colorado, particularly the emerging practice of landing fees at smaller airports. CPA President Adrian Nye warns that companies like Vector Airport Systems are automating landing fee collection at airports including Durango, Rifle, Aspen, and Colorado Springs—a trend that could compromise safety by discouraging […]
The May 2025 Colorado Pilots Association newsletter highlights organizational updates and community engagement activities. President Adrian Nye reports that new Activities committee chair Chris Kilker has been organizing events for the season, and the membership directory opt-in system is now available for members. The CPA participated in major conferences in March, including the Women in […]
The April 2025 Flight Lines newsletter highlights significant digital initiatives undertaken by the Colorado Pilots Association to enhance member engagement and accessibility. President Adrian Nye announces the completion of two major projects: the digitization and searchability of the complete CPA newsletter archive dating back to 1984, and the launch of an AI-generated podcast version of […]
The March 2025 issue of Flight Lines highlights CPA’s continued collaboration with the Colorado Department of Transportation Division of Aeronautics and upcoming community engagement opportunities. President Adrian Nye discusses the rechristening of the Social committee to “Activities” under new chair Chris Kilker, and reflects on how the Division of Aeronautics—initially met with skepticism in 1988—has […]
