August 1987 Issue Summary: This edition of Flight Lines focuses on safety awareness and commemorates the loss of valued CPA members. President Sonny Elgin’s message emphasizes the dangers of gear-up landings, highlighting that most such incidents result from pilot error rather than mechanical failure, and stressing the importance of systematic checklists. The newsletter includes memorial […]
The July 1987 edition of Flight Lines features updates on Colorado aviation activities, new airport leadership, and upcoming regional events. Ray Grundy has been appointed as the new manager of Boulder Municipal Airport, bringing extensive management experience and over 2000 hours of flight time. The newsletter welcomes five new members to the Colorado Pilots Association […]
Volume 4, Number 5 – June 1987 | This issue of Flight Lines focuses on the upcoming 11th Annual Denver-to-Jackpot Air Classic scheduled for July 11th, with President Sonny Elgin offering humorous “surefire tips” for winning the race. The newsletter also highlights Colorado Pilots Association’s continued growth and affiliation with the broader aviation community, noting […]
Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines – May 1987 (Vol. 4, No. 4) – This issue focuses on proper traffic pattern procedures and safety at Colorado airports, highlighted by President Sonny Elgin’s message emphasizing the importance of orderly, consistent flight patterns. The newsletter also features coverage of a special reception for the VOYAGER crew at Jeffco […]
Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines – April 1987 covers important aviation advocacy issues and operational safety concerns facing general aviation. President Sonny Elgin presents seven federal resolutions adopted by the USPA Board of Directors, seeking member feedback on CPA support. The newsletter features safety discussions on fuel planning realities, storm damage at Jeffco Airport from […]
Volume 4, Number 2 – March 1987: This issue of Flight Lines features critical safety guidance from CPA President Sonny Elgin regarding Denver’s Terminal Control Area (TCA), which has become increasingly dangerous following recent midair collisions. Controllers report 5-6 daily intrusions, with 14 intrusions per day during good VFR weekends. The president emphasizes self-discipline and […]
The February 1987 Colorado Pilots Association newsletter focuses on organizational planning and safety initiatives for the year ahead. President Sonny Elgin reports that the CPA Board developed a comprehensive 1987 schedule of events at a January 10 meeting at Front Range Airport. The newsletter highlights an exciting year of activities including fly-ins, safety programs, and […]
Colorado Pilots Association Flight Lines – December 1986 features President Sonny Elgin’s message about the importance of delegating and accepting help within the organization, illustrated with a humorous allegory about attempting tasks alone. The newsletter welcomes new members to the CPA and includes a detailed account of Helen Pustmueller’s flying adventures around the Hawaiian Islands […]
Colorado Pilots Association’s November 1986 “Flight Lines” reports on the successful CPA Convention held October 25, 1986, at the Heritage Inn in Denver. The event featured educational programs from industry leaders and presentations by pilots, aircraft manufacturers, and aviation representatives. At the business meeting, members provided valuable feedback on CPA activities and suggestions for future […]
October 1986 Flight Lines focuses on general aviation safety and resource utilization for single-pilot operations. President Vern Foster’s message emphasizes that pilots must address three critical components of their role: flying the airplane, operating it, and utilizing available resources. Foster argues that many incidents attributed to “pilot error” actually stem from failure to use available […]
