Archive for October 2012
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CalPilots: “Meet Us in Mojave!“ California Pilots Association has a ground-breaking Annual Meeting Weekend planned for Oct 19-21, 2012 at the leading edge location for civilian space endeavors, Mojave Air and Space Port in Mojave, CA. Don’t miss the unique presentations by high-tech companies and guest speakers, sailplane flights, static displays, dinner banquet, and more!…
Read More10 Important Reasons to Attend Meet Us in Mojave!
10 Important Reasons to attend the California Pilots Association’s Annual Meeting – Meet Us in Mojave! Oct 19-21
Read MoreBob Hope Airport – Burbank CA.
Burbank Bob Hope Airport’s role in regional transportation was prominently featured at the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments Mobility Summit on October 22. Supervisor Mike Antonovich highlighted the importance of building a new Airport Metrolink station on the Antelope Valley Line at Hollywood Way and San Fernando Road, and Glendale Mayor and Airport Commissioner…
Read MoreCongressmen’s/Senators’ take on issues affecting GA
Do your representatives in Congress support your freedom to fly? As Election Day 2012 approaches, you can decide, using AOPA’s 2012 Voter’s Guide on GA Issues in Congress. This powerful tool lets members analyze positions taken by representatives and senators on key aviation issues over the past two years.
Read MoreCalPilot Annual Meeting Update
Meet-Us In Mojave! Don’t miss the California Pilots Association Annual Meeting at Mojave Air and Space Port October 19-21 … and learn all about the “second space age” taking shape in the California Desert.
Read MoreLast Chance to Register for our Annual Meeting
Still undecided on what to do this weekend? Why not take advantage of the great weather and come to Mojave Airport and attend the California Pilots Association’s annual meeting – Meet Us in Mojave! This is your last chance to participate in behind the scenes tours of some of the most intriguing businesses based at Mojave Airport. There’s still time but you need to act now and register online – and don’t forget to continue on to the payment page to complete the registration.
Read MoreCalPilots Asks Congressman Issa for Help on NOAA Airspace Grab
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Congressman Issa and AOPA CEO Craig Fullerhe California Pilots Association took full advantage of a small Town Hall type meeting that Congressman Darrel Issa (southern California) and AOPA CEO Craig Fuller had at AOPA Summit 2012 in Palm Springs CA.
CalPilots asked Congressman Issa a pointed question regarding NOAA’s recent airspace grab along areas of the California, and Washington state coast, lowering the floor in two over water areas, which is not only confusing, but in our opinion, not required as NOAA never provided specific proof that it was justified.
The California Pilots Association stated that “NOAA never bothered to answer our letter regarding justification to change this airspace”, and asked “why any aviator deemed in violation, even by untrained ground observers, was considered guilty until proven innocent?” We also asked “when did the innocent until proven guilty change in the United States?”
Read MoreJay White Honored For Aviation Advocacy in California
Jay White, former president and current general counsel of the California Pilots Association (CalPilots) was named the winner of AOPA’s Joseph R. Crotti award Oct. 12. White was lauded for his efforts in the past 30 years to protect California’s general aviation airports and fight for pilots’ flight privileges.
Read MoreMonterey Airport Safety Plan in Court Limbo
(Oct 2012) – Monterey, Calif.– Monterey Regional Airport officials said Wednesday a Monterey County Superior Court judge upheld most of the District’s Runway Safety Area project, which was hanging in the balance to comply with a federally-mandated upgrade.
Read MoreCome See Us at Summit 2012
Palm Springs, CA – The California Pilots Association will be participating in AOPA Summit in Palm Springs Ca., starting this week on Thursday October 11th through October 13th. Our booth, #11 is located outside of the exhibit hall, in the non-profits area. Make sure you come see us because…….
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