EAA Canada

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Michal Mastej, EAA Chapter 115’s First Ray Scholar

Chapters, EAA Canada

By Kathy Lubitz, President, UPAC Michal first started coming to EAA Chapter 115 meetings with his dad, Piotr, while he was in high school. At the time, the chapter was ... Read more

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Our Ice Cream Feast at AirVenture

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By Ian Brown, EAA 657159, Editor, Bits and Pieces As usual, at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 this past July, the Canadians had our afternoon Thursday Ice Cream Social. We received ... Read more

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Vintage Homebuilts — Part 2 of 3: Volmer VJ-22 Sportsman

EAA Canada, Vintage

By Mike Davenport, Langley, British Columbia This Volmer VJ-22 Sportsman is registered as CF-EBY, a nice touch considering the builder’s last name is Eby. This wooden amphibian was designed by ... Read more

October 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Travel to OSH, Me?

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By Brian King, EAA 1647385, Halifax, Nova Scotia Sometimes one gets the opportunity to withdraw a wish from your bucket list, which like many of us, for me, was overflowing. ... Read more

October 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Cooling a 230-hp Subaru-Powered Cozy MK IV

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Tips

By Phillip Johnson, Chapters, EAA Canadian Council, Ottawa In the early 1990s I started building a Cozy MK IV, and it was not long before I decided to use a ... Read more

October 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Vintage Homebuilts: Part 1 of 3 — The Piel 328 Super Emeraude

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Vintage

By Mike Davenport, Langley, British Columbia While time waits for no man, sometimes the aging process seems to be put on hold for several airplanes at the Langley, British Columbia, ... Read more

October 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Winnipeg Build and Fly Day

Chapters, EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

By James Slade, President, EAA Chapter 63 On August 16, EAA Chapter 63’s AeroEducate Director Eds Mondares organized a very successful Build and Fly day for Winnipeg Chapter 63. We are ... Read more

August 29, 2025November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: The Devil Is in the Details

EAA Canada, Tips

By John Wyman, EAA 462533; Chapter 266, Montreal I’ve been thinking about aviation accidents lately, and how it’s often the smaller, overlooked items that can cause the most serious ... Read more

August 29, 2025October 20, 2025

Flying Together: Highlights From the 2025 UPAC Convention

EAA Canada, Ultralights

By Shiv Ram Krishna, EAA 1549613 The Ultralight Pilots Association of Canada (UPAC) welcomed aviators, builders, and enthusiasts from across the country to its 2025 convention. Under sunny skies and ... Read more

August 29, 2025October 20, 2025

From Patient to Pilot: How a Teen Aviator Is Using Flight to Inspire Hope Around the World

EAA Canada, Why We Fly, Youth Outreach

By Jennifer Langdon and Byron Waller, EAA 1670717, Australia At just 15 years old, Byron Waller is preparing to do something extraordinary: become the youngest supported pilot to fly around ... Read more

August 4, 2025October 31, 2025

EAA Chapter 115 Highlights

Chapters, EAA Canada

By Bill MacKay, EAA 1190268, Chapter 115 Treasurer, Plattsville, Ontario EAA Chapter 115 meets at Edward’s Air Base (Plattsville Aerodome, CLB2) every Saturday for breakfast with a formal meeting ... Read more

August 4, 2025October 17, 2025

Bits and Pieces: First Look at the RV-15

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By Shiv Ram Krishna, EAA 1549613, EAA Canada Attendees at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 were treated to a much-anticipated reveal by Van’s Aircraft: the RV-15, a prototype high-wing design that ... Read more

August 4, 2025October 31, 2025

Canadian Welcome Barbeque at Oshkosh

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By Ian Brown, EAA 657159, Editor, Bits and Pieces Arriving at Oshkosh and camping ahead of opening day provides the opportunity to attend our “Welcome to Oshkosh” barbecue on Sunday ... Read more

June 30, 2025November 4, 2025

Canadian Woman Awarded EAA Scholarship

EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

By Clark Morawetz, EAA Canadian Council, and Mackenzie Van Panhuis This spring, Mackenzie Van Panhuis was awarded a $3,000 USD scholarship from EAA. Here is Mackenzie in her own ... Read more

June 30, 2025October 20, 2025

Mabel Lake

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

By Mike Davenport, Vancouver, BC Sometimes we have to make hard decisions. Admittedly, some are easier to make than others. Take a recent case in point. I was at the ... Read more

June 2, 2025November 4, 2025

Flight of the Phoenix — Sort Of!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Mike Davenport, Vancouver, BC Hundreds of thousands (if not millions) of words have been written about the venerable DC-3, aka Dakota or C-47. Most were built by Douglas, but ... Read more

June 2, 2025November 4, 2025

Bahamas Bucket List: Idyllic Island Hopping

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Curtis Penner, EAA 1103560 Nearly 10 million people arrived in the Bahamas via cruise ship last year. If conspicuous consumption, crowds, and casinos align with your concept of an ... Read more

June 2, 2025November 4, 2025

AirVenture Adventures: Chapter 3

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

AirVenture Adventures: Chapter 3 How Two Idiots and an Airplane Managed to Fly to Oshkosh and Back By Dave Stanchuk, EAA 1141923, and Doug Daverne, EAA 1161768, Chapter 154 Regina ... Read more

June 2, 2025November 4, 2025

Are We Too Dependent on Technology in Canadian Aviation?

EAA Canada, Tips

By Michael Martin, EAA 1047599, Toronto, Ontario In today’s aviation landscape, GPS-based navigation has become the backbone of both commercial and general aviation, enabling precise point-to-point routing, efficient airspace use, ... Read more

May 6, 2025November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Air Cadets — Canada’s Best-Kept Secret, Part 2 of 2

EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266 Montreal As I alluded to in last month’s write-up, the Air Cadets are about much more than just learning how to fly. ... Read more

May 6, 2025November 4, 2025

Sean Walker – Glasair Sportsman 2+2

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

By Mike Davenport, Vancouver, British Columbia Sometimes craftsmanship is in the genes. In Sean Walker’s case that may be a factor in his clearly demonstrated skills. Sean’s dad, Colin, was ... Read more

May 6, 2025October 16, 2025

The P-51 That Couldn’t Fly

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By John Klassen, EAA 781675, Headingly, Manitoba; Lyncrest EAA Chapter 63 member Who doesn’t like hearing about stories from WWII where the P-51 pilots were the aces that turned the ... Read more

May 5, 2025November 4, 2025

A Mission With the “End in Mind” That Has a Plan B Built In: Part 2

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

By Sreekumar V Nair P. Eng., EAA Lifetime 1108291; EAA Chapter 1410, High River, Alberta, Canada Read part 1 here. Challenges hit me hard! One after the other big time, ... Read more

May 5, 2025November 4, 2025

My Cessna of 50 Years!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Alan Farrell, Truro, Nova Scotia A 73-year-old vintage Cessna and 1,500 feet of green grass. You turn on your lights and make all the calls, and, so far, no ... Read more

March 28, 2025October 20, 2025

The Wizardry of OZ

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

By Curtis Penner, EAA 1103560 Wizardry: (noun) wi-zər-drē; surprising and/or clever accomplishment. Requiring significant skill and expertise. OZ: (noun) ˈoʊ zɑrks; an area of low mountains in northwestern ... Read more

March 28, 2025October 20, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Air Cadets — Canada’s Best-Kept Secret, Part 1 of 2

EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266 Montreal I’m often surprised how few parents know of the Air Cadet program in this country. That’s a real shame given its history ... Read more

March 28, 2025November 4, 2025

AirVenture Adventures: Chapter 2

AirVenture, EAA Canada, Member Stories

AirVenture Adventures: Chapter 2 How Two Idiots and an Airplane Managed to Fly to Oshkosh and Back By Dave Stanchuk, EAA 1141923, and Doug Daverne, EAA 1161768; EAA Chapter 154, ... Read more

March 3, 2025November 4, 2025

AirVenture Adventures: How Two Idiots and an Airplane Managed to Fly to Oshkosh and Back

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Dave Stanchuk, EAA 1141923, and Doug Daverne, EAA 1161768; Chapter 154 Regina\ In the process of building our RV-10, there are many decisions to make on avionics and other ... Read more

March 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Easier and More Convenient?

EAA Canada

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266 Montreal “Just what part of ‘Easier and More Convenient’ do you not understand?” That was the comic strip’s punchline that inspired me to ... Read more

March 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Taildraggers – A Look Back

EAA Canada, Vintage

By Mike Davenport, EAA 89102, Vancouver, British Columbia Like most who were student pilots in the early 1980s, I trained in a Cessna 150. In February of ‘82, I began ... Read more

March 3, 2025October 20, 2025

Border Airports

EAA Canada

By Chris Strube, EAA 738689; Lillooet, British Columbia; CYLI, Member, BCGA Shortly after becoming a pilot in 1981, I got a lesson in diplomacy. Coutts/Ross International Airport (CEP4) was an ... Read more

February 3, 2025November 4, 2025

My Old Stits in Bits and Pieces

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Ray Sheffield, EAA 1599, Saluda, South Carolina I was surprised to see a picture of my Stits Playmate in the January issue of Bits and Pieces in the “From ... Read more

February 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: …Mayday! … And Understanding Accidents

EAA Canada, Tips

By John Wyman, EAA 452533, Chapter 266, Montreal Several years ago, a close friend of mine was kind enough to suggest my name to the producers of Mayday (or Air ... Read more

February 3, 2025November 4, 2025

Becoming a Pilot and Enjoying the Shores of the St. Lawrence River

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

By Jacques Rivest, MD, Montmagny, Québec My sister Jocelyne asked me recently to write something about the origins and evolution of my passion for all things aviation, at the heart ... Read more

February 3, 2025October 20, 2025

Two of Us Went to Oshkosh, and Three Came Home: Our Third Passenger, Lindy

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

By George Huntington, EAA 469341, St. Andrews, Manitoba, Three aircraft departed from St. Andrews, Manitoba, for Duluth, Minnesota, to clear customs on July 24, 2024. Our group included a 170, ... Read more

February 3, 2025October 17, 2025

What Kind of Aviator Is Your Partner?

EAA Canada, Tips

By Clark Morawetz, EAA Canadian Council, Captain Porter Airlines During the first week of the year, I had the opportunity to attend the annual Cirrus CX conference in Orlando. This ... Read more

January 7, 2025October 17, 2025

What’s Your (Flying) New Year’s Resolution?

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Clark Morawetz, Captain Porter Airlines Happy New Year! 2025 is upon us and many of us take this opportunity to make goals and plans for the year ahead. If ... Read more

January 7, 2025October 17, 2025

Jerry Janes, a Legend

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

By Mike Davenport, EAA 89102; Vancouver, British Columbia Canadians as a group tend to not “blow their own horn” but have a way of just making things happen. One overachiever ... Read more

January 7, 2025October 20, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Taking Stock

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By John Wyman, EAA 452533; Chapter 266, Montreal Before I finished the preflight briefing with the crew today, I casually asked them if they had any resolutions going into the ... Read more

January 7, 2025October 20, 2025

A Mission With the “End in Mind” That Has a Plan B Built In: Part 1

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

By Sreekumar V Nair P. Eng., EAA Lifetime 1108291; EAA Chapter 1410, High River, Alberta What can I do to tickle the minds of future generations to focus on bettering ... Read more

December 4, 2024October 20, 2025

High River Build Group: Osprey Amphib

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

By Dennis Fox, EAA 1030810, EAA Chapter 1410 EAA Chapter 1410 in High River, Alberta, has been a hotbed of homebuilding for many years, and it continues today. Every chapter ... Read more

December 4, 2024October 20, 2025

Mountain Destinations: Stave Lake, British Columbia

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

By Mike Davenport, Vancouver, British Columbia A recent discussion about flying through British Columbia’s mountains from the Coastal Range to the Rockies brought to mind somewhere that is a little ... Read more

December 4, 2024October 20, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Avoid “Blushing,” but Don’t Be Shy

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Tips

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266, Montreal I think the thing that impresses me about EAA is that most everyone is a DIYer. There literally isn’t any subject in ... Read more

November 5, 2024October 20, 2025

Zenith: My Very Limited History With the Company

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past, Member Stories

By Mike Davenport, Vancouver, British Columbia A recent flight in the Zenith company’s best-selling aircraft to date, the CH750 STOL, reminded me that I have had a small involvement with ... Read more

November 5, 2024October 20, 2025

The Dumbing Down of the Flight Deck

EAA Canada, Tips

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266, Montreal There is a dynamic to two people working in a cockpit. For a long time now, the modern airliner has only had ... Read more

October 1, 2024October 20, 2025

The Power of 3 – Part Deux

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

By Michael Baranowsky, EAA 1381366, Oshawa, Ontario, CYOO Builders like details. A lot of details. Reading an article about a triple redundant avionics panel without knowing the Mil-Spec of the ... Read more

October 1, 2024October 20, 2025

Dinner at Mary’s

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Mike Davenport, EAA 89102, Langley, British Columbia The Thursday night dinner special at Mary’s Bleue Moon Café was fish and chips. What better reason does one need to take ... Read more

October 1, 2024October 17, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Once You Start, Don’t Stop!

EAA Canada, Learn to Fly

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266 Montreal For the longest time, I have been contemplating the hurdles to get a pilot license and FLY! It seems that the endeavour ... Read more

September 3, 2024October 17, 2025

Fulfilling My Dream of Becoming a Pilot!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Tristan da Cunha Monday, July 17, 2023, is a day I vividly remember. The VFR flight conditions were textbook perfect. It was on this day that I flew my ... Read more

September 3, 2024October 20, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Dad

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By John Wyman, EAA 462533, Chapter 266, Montreal My father, Bill Wyman, passed away a year ago this past August. He was 87. A year later, I am left with ... Read more

August 1, 2024October 20, 2025

Canada Is Now Electrified

EAA Canada

By Michael Martin, EAA 1047599 The concept of electric airplanes in Canada, particularly demonstrated by the Pipistrel Velis Electro at EAA AirVenture 2024, highlights an innovative shift in aviation. This ... Read more

July 31, 2024October 20, 2025

Stanhope Fly-In: Ontario Cottage Country

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Ian Brown, EAA 657159, Bits and Pieces, member of EAA Canadian Council I was fortunate enough to catch a ride from Orillia-Rama Regional Airport (CNJ4) in an amphib when ... Read more

July 31, 2024October 16, 2025

The Art of Aviation

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Michael Martin, EAA 1047599 Art is a truly subjective topic that can completely elude some, while simultaneously embraced by others. Great art is highly abstract, possessing mythical powers. Through ... Read more

July 31, 2024October 20, 2025

Campbell River, BC Fly-In

EAA Canada, Member Stories

By Mike Davenport, EAA 89102, Langley, BC A trip to the Campbell River, British Columbia, annual fly-in on Sunday, July 14, displayed many exceptional aircraft for visitor’s scrutiny. Greg Booker ... Read more

July 31, 2024October 20, 2025

Pets at AirVenture

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By Michael Martin, EAA 1047599, Toronto, ON EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is indeed a premier event for aviation enthusiasts of all ages. The 2023 edition set impressive records, and 2024 went ... Read more

June 25, 2024October 28, 2025

Snowbirds: Per Ardua Ad Astra

Aerobatics, EAA Canada

By Michael Martin, EAA 1047599, Toronto, Ontario The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are a classic symbol, and they are about as Canadian as one can ever be. The RCAF’s motto is: ... Read more

June 24, 2024October 16, 2025

A Yellow Bird Adventure

EAA Canada, Warbirds

By Michael J. Martin, EAA 1047599, Toronto, Ontario Excerpt: Flying in a vintage World War II warbird is an exhilarating experience that combines the thrill of aviation with a deep ... Read more

June 24, 2024October 28, 2025

Barrie Airshow — Celebrating RCAF 100th Anniversary

EAA Canada

By Ian Brown, EAA 657159, EAA Canadian Council member You might have seen me on TV the weekend of Father’s Day! I was interviewed very briefly for a CTV Barrie ... Read more

June 4, 2024November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Multiply by π…and Then Add Some

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Tips

In his latest piece, Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses the work he’s doing to rebuild two damaged wings and a rudder, and some of the struggles he’s had. ... Read more

June 4, 2024

Women in Aviation

EAA Canada

Something that isn’t seen often on our airfield is the so-called weaker sex, and that is probably because there’s really no such thing. I have yet to meet one of ... Read more

June 4, 2024November 4, 2025

The Perfect Playground — The Sky of Southern Ontario

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

EAA member Laurie Doering gives us a tour around southern Ontario through his YouTube channel, The Flight Level.

June 4, 2024November 4, 2025

RCAF 100th Anniversary

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

This year, 2024, is the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). April 1, 2024, was the official anniversary date, but the celebrations will continue all year long ... Read more

May 6, 2024November 4, 2025

RCAF Col. (Retired) George E. Miller

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Bits and Pieces contributor Mike Davenport examines the life and career of George E. Miller, a retired colonel in the RCAF.

May 6, 2024November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: The Three P’s

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

What are the keys to success in the airline industry? Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman shares his philosophy.

May 6, 2024November 4, 2025

Life as an African International Student Pilot in Canada

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Uganda native Cornelius Kalyango shares his experience living in Canada as a student pilot.

May 6, 2024November 4, 2025

Dress Rehearsal

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Bits and Pieces contributor Michael J. Martin attends SUN ‘n FUN and prepares for AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.

April 15, 2024November 4, 2025

Girls Take Flight 2.0

EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

The annual Canadian aviation success story from CYOO (Oshawa Executive Airport) continues unabated. Albeit in a new, different, and exciting manner.

April 1, 2024November 4, 2025

Women in Aviation

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor Michael J. Martin discusses the continued problem of a lack of women in the aviation industry.

April 1, 2024November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: The Other Side of the Fence — Fostering an Interest in Flying

EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses how to get more youths involved in aviation in his latest piece.

April 1, 2024November 4, 2025

Aging Pilots: Part Two

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Bits and Pieces contributor Mike Davenport shares some unfortunate news about his status as a pilot.

March 5, 2024November 6, 2025

Werner Griesbeck Obituary

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Most Canadians work quietly at their jobs, not requesting or expecting acknowledgement of any kind. However, there are those who must be recognised as their efforts far exceed the norm, ... Read more

March 4, 2024November 4, 2025

RPAS in Canada: A Time for Reinvention

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor Michael J. Martin discusses drones and the proposed regulation changes coming soon.

March 4, 2024November 4, 2025

That Fatal Night 60 Years Ago

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Remembering a Canadian aviation pioneer on the anniversary of his tragic death six decades ago.

February 5, 2024November 4, 2025

Aging Pilots

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Bits and Pieces contributor Mike Davenport reflects on the challenges he’s experienced as an older pilot.

February 5, 2024November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Close Calls — Expect the Unexpected

EAA Canada, Tips

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses a couple of the more precarious situations he’s found himself in over the years.

January 2, 2024November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Just Get Started!

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

In his latest piece for Bits and Pieces, contributor John Wyman discusses airplane projects, whether it’s a homebuilt or a repair.

January 2, 2024November 4, 2025

Aging Out — A Response

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

I turned 78 last April, and in July came to the decision to “hang ‘em up,” for several reasons.

January 2, 2024November 4, 2025

Reaching New Heights: Opportunities in Aviation Scholarships

EAA Canada, Learn to Fly

When I was first introduced to the world of aviation, I was captivated by its sense of freedom and adventure. However, pursuing a career in aviation can often come with ... Read more

January 2, 2024November 4, 2025

My Sonerai Camera

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

Bits and Pieces contributor Bill Evans goes into detail about the camera he installed on his airplane.

December 5, 2023December 6, 2023

Buttonville Airport Closing

EAA Canada

An airport closure rarely happens in Canada. In 2009, the Toronto Buttonville Municipal Airport (CYKZ) announced their plans to sell the airport to property developers. On May 31, 2023, the ... Read more

December 5, 2023November 4, 2025

Carbon Neutral Hangar?

EAA Canada, Tips

EAA member Scott McFadden takes us through the installation of the solar system in his hangar.

December 5, 2023November 4, 2025

Carbon Monoxide

EAA Canada, Tips

The dangers of carbon monoxide leaks and the importance of CO monitors.

December 5, 2023November 4, 2025

Werner Griesbeck — Eulogy

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Remembering a well-respected British Columbia pilot and restorer.

December 5, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Where Are the Mentors in Today’s Flight Training?

EAA Canada, Learn to Fly

In his latest piece, Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses the importance of mentors to new student pilots.

December 5, 2023November 4, 2025

Love Is in the Air

AirVenture, EAA Canada

As AirVenture 2023 ended, something different and special was noticed. Love was everywhere! Not such a big surprise as the more than 677,000 visitors who came through the gates had ... Read more

November 6, 2023November 4, 2025

Keith (Hoppy) Hopkinson Inducted Into Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Canada’s first official homebuilder recently earned his spot in Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame.

November 6, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Road Trip! Part 2 of 2

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman wraps up his cross-country journey to acquire a glider.

November 6, 2023November 4, 2025

The Power of Three

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Tips

There is something special about the number three — in this case, a triple redundant instrument panel.

September 29, 2023November 4, 2025

Computers — Then and Now

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor Mike Davenport recalls the computer he used to flight plan 50 years ago.

September 29, 2023November 4, 2025

I’m Out on a Mission: Road Trip! Part 1 of 2

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman makes a cross-Canada trip to pick up a glider.

September 29, 2023October 31, 2025

The Great Migration

AirVenture, EAA Canada

People flock to AirVenture in many ways. Some drive fancy cars or big SUVs or family minivans. Others navigate there in huge motor homes, many travel with commercial airlines, while ... Read more

September 28, 2023November 4, 2025

Knowing the Limitations of You and Your Aircraft

EAA Canada, Tips

Personal limitations go beyond the Canadian Aviation Regulations. They are what conditions YOU are comfortable flying in, given a specific aircraft, specific day, currency, and where you would grade yourself ... Read more

August 30, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Flying Solo

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Milestones

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman reminisces about some of the more significant first solo flights in his life.

August 30, 2023October 31, 2025

AirVenture 2023 Canadian Camping — New for Canadians

AirVenture, EAA Canada

Camping at AirVenture 2023 was different this year in that EAA granted the Canadian Council a consolidated location for up to 50 campsites in my usual camping location just North ... Read more

August 30, 2023November 4, 2025

Canadian Murphy Rebel Wins Bronze Lindy at AirVenture 2023

EAA Canada, Member Stories

C-GSYV is a Murphy Rebel that took eight years and close to 3,000 hours to build. It first flew on August 2, 2021, and currently has more than 100 hours ... Read more

August 30, 2023November 4, 2025

Sir Alan Cobham’s News Drop

EAA Canada

At 3 p.m., the horses at the Epsom Derby galloped out of the start gates. Alan Cobham stood by his airplane. He heard the starting gun and glanced at his ... Read more

August 30, 2023November 4, 2025

To Oshkosh From Winnipeg on a Bicycle!

AirVenture, EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA member Art Brown shares his bike trip to AirVenture from Manitoba.

August 30, 2023November 4, 2025

Resurrection

EAA Canada, Member Stories

When you come to Oshkosh early, well ahead of the usual crowds for the AirVenture 2023 event, like I did this year, some special things are liable to happen all ... Read more

August 3, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Scrounging and Cleaning House

EAA Canada, Tips

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman talks about the importance of spare parts in his latest piece.

August 3, 2023November 17, 2023

Aircraft Partnerships

EAA Canada

Financially, aircraft ownership is not for the faint of heart. Some general aviation pilots have deeper pockets and longer arms, but many pilots have shorter pockets and short arms. Total ... Read more

August 3, 2023November 4, 2025

Fat Fingers

EAA Canada, Tips

We all have them. Fat fingers. Some have bigger hands compared to others, but the term “fat fingers” is not just about the size of your mitts. It is about ... Read more

August 3, 2023November 4, 2025

Vacuuming the Cockpit

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

How does an airplane find its way? Modern aircraft use satellite navigation but what if the computer goes down? And what happened before satellites were invented?

August 2, 2023November 4, 2025

New Okanagan Aviation Museum in British Columbia — The KF Centre for Excellence

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

A closer look at a newly opened aviation museum in Kelowna, British Columbia.

July 7, 2023November 4, 2025

Barrie Snowbirds!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

My daughter, grandsons, and I were pleased to be able to enjoy a super display by the Canadian Snowbirds and several others June 10-11 at the Barrie Airshow. The day ... Read more

July 7, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Crossing the Border

EAA Canada, Tips

In his latest piece for Bits and Pieces, John Wyman discusses some tips for crossing the border on your way to Oshkosh.

July 7, 2023November 4, 2025

De-Icing for Experimental Aircraft

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

A look at a new de-icing system specifically designed for homebuilt aircraft.

July 7, 2023November 4, 2025

Boyhood Dreams

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

The story of John van Lieshout and his decades-in-the-making RV-6A.

July 7, 2023November 4, 2025

My Adventure to Buttonville

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Bits and Pieces contributor Mike Davenport reminisces about a trip he made years ago.

June 2, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Reflections on a Year’s Writing

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman looks back on the past year of writing his Ruffled Feathers column.

June 2, 2023November 4, 2025

Discovering New Products at SUN ‘n FUN

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

At SUN ‘n FUN 2023, an interesting company, Aithre Aviation, which focuses on aviation health informatics systems, was showcasing their new Healthview avionics display system.

June 2, 2023November 4, 2025

Vernon Snowflakes RV Formation Flying Team

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

EAA member John Crook gives us a brief history and overview of the Vernon Snowflakes — an RV formation team based in British Columbia.

June 2, 2023November 6, 2025

Paper Charts – Remember Those?

EAA Canada, Tips

Bits and Pieces Mike Davenport discusses his preference for a more traditional version of flying, without the latest high-tech gadgets.

May 1, 2023October 28, 2025

There Were Dragons in Canada

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past, Vintage

A brief history of the de Havilland DH.84 Dragon biplane in Canada.

May 1, 2023November 7, 2025

The Electroluminescent Performer Electrifies

Aerobatics, EAA Canada

Occasionally, a genuinely new and fresh talent shows up on the air show circuit that sparks the imaginations of the audience. This is the case with Canadian air show pilot ... Read more

May 1, 2023November 7, 2025

Connections: No matter how tenuous

EAA Canada, Member Stories

When someone becomes famous and well known, it is in our nature to try and relate to that person in any way we can. We look for similarities and connections ... Read more

May 1, 2023October 28, 2025

The Chips Are Down

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

I was having problems with the red beacon atop the fin of my aircraft. The breaker would occasionally pop and despite cleaning all the connections and grounds, and bench testing ... Read more

April 4, 2023October 17, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: The Big Picture

EAA Canada, Tips

Bits and Pieces contributor discusses key points to consider to “stay ahead of the airplane.”

April 4, 2023November 4, 2025

My Experience Building an RV-9A

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

Bits and Pieces editor Ian Brown takes us through his time building an airplane over the course of nearly a decade.

April 4, 2023November 4, 2025

Flying the Skyline Tour

EAA Canada, Member Stories

A unique vantage point of North America’s most impressive city skyline.

April 4, 2023November 4, 2025

Missing Man

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Celebrating the life of Tuskegee Airman Harold H. Brown.

March 3, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Homebuilding — Special DNA Required

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman takes a detailed look at the art of homebuilding.

March 3, 2023November 7, 2025

Masks, Masks, and More Masks

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA member Mike Davenport details a cross-border mask airlift in the Pacific Northwest.

February 6, 2023October 28, 2025

Remember Weenie Jackets?

EAA Canada, Member Stories

For those of you old enough to still remember the 1970s and 1980s, here’s a touch of nostalgia for you.

February 6, 2023October 28, 2025

Ed Batchelor — A Legend You May Not Have Heard About

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Learning more about a World War II veteran and Canadian aviation icon.

February 6, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Ultralights — What’s Their Mission?

EAA Canada, Ultralights

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses ultralights and their pros and cons in his latest piece.

January 11, 2023November 4, 2025

A Unique J-3 Cub

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Vintage

Not your average antique aircraft, this one has been in regular use for 84 years — 57 of those with the current owner’s family.

January 11, 2023November 4, 2025

Texada Island, British Columbia, Fly-In

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

Gillies Bay Airport in British Columbia hosted its first fly-in since the COVID-19 pandemic.

January 11, 2023November 4, 2025

Working Down the Bucket List

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Floats gently tickling glassy water on my first solo floatplane landing — the very definition of
accomplishment and satisfaction!

January 11, 2023November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Have Airplane, Will Travel — the Joy and Challenge of Cross-country Flying

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman discusses cross-country flying and shares some stories from over the years.

December 5, 2022November 4, 2025

Summer Holiday Visit to Raven Field (Quamichan) Airport

EAA Canada, Member Stories

August 20 was a beautiful, clear, calm day for a flight from Langley to Vancouver Island with two longtime friends. We had been invited to a small private strip on ... Read more

December 5, 2022October 31, 2025

Canadian Countdown to AirVenture Begins Now!

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By the time you read this, we will likely be less than 240 days until EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023, the greatest gathering of all things aviation on Earth!

December 5, 2022November 4, 2025

Closing the Loop on a J-3 Cub

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA Canadian Council member Scott Knowlton helps a friend and enjoys a fall flight at the same time.

December 3, 2022November 4, 2025

My Challenging Sonerai

EAA Canada, Tips

An inside look at flying a Sonerai and the skills needed to do so.

December 3, 2022October 22, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: More on Fees — Gilles’ Story

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman shares a frustrating story from a close friend who recently dealt with Canada’s user fees.

October 25, 2022October 31, 2025

Bits and Pieces: AirVenture 2022

AirVenture, EAA Canada

By Warwick Patterson, EAA 1234586, Vintage 729822, Squamish, British Columbia There are always a hundred excuses why we can’t go to Oshkosh. Work commitments, family time, burning up vacation ... Read more

October 25, 2022November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: “Qu’est-ce qu’on a de la chance!”

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

Every now and then we are reminded about something that we may have taken for granted.

October 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers…User Fees — Part 2 of 2

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman continues his discussion on user fees.

October 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Volunteers Help at Canadian Museum

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Saturday, September 17, saw a large group of volunteer aviation enthusiasts show up at the Canadian Museum of Flight in Langley, British Columbia.

October 5, 2022November 4, 2025

Why We Follow the Rules When Hand-Propping an Aircraft

EAA Canada, Tips

I have hand-propped many aircraft over the years. There have been Kinners, Franklins, Lycomings, and Continentals, and while some were easier than others there was never a moment when I ... Read more

October 5, 2022October 31, 2025

EAA Chapter Camping — Our Superb AirVenture 2022

AirVenture, EAA Canada

AirVenture 2022 was once again well-represented by EAA Chapter 245 at our usual locale, right behind the Fly-In Theater.

September 6, 2022November 4, 2025

A Year of Firsts!

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

2022 is certainly a very storied, important, and special year in the history of the Beech Aero Center Musketeer aircraft and in particular N2303Z, the Beech Aero Club’s very own ... Read more

September 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: User Fees — Part 1 of 2

EAA Canada

John Wyman takes a look at user fees in his latest piece for Bits and Pieces.

September 6, 2022October 28, 2025

A New Oshkosh Arrival

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Ultralights

EAA Canada Council’s Scott Knowlton arrived at AirVenture in style, flying in his recently finished Pietenpol.

September 2, 2022October 31, 2025

Advanced Air Academy Was Incredible

AirVenture, EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

An inside look at EAA’s Advanced Air Academy from the perspective of EAA Chapter 63’s Katie Cook.

September 2, 2022November 4, 2025

Returning to Calgary With Help From New Friends

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Jeff Seaborn, EAA Canadian Council chair, had an interesting flight back from AirVenture, getting some help from newfound friends along the way.

August 1, 2022November 4, 2025

A Ride Home

EAA Canada, Member Stories

A special trip from Florida to Canada for one Air Canada Rouge pilot.

June 24, 2022November 7, 2025

Prolific Builders — Pierre Marcotte

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

My interest in aviation and all things connected to it, began at a young age. During WWII, my dad was a machinist at Canada Car in Montreal when they had ... Read more

June 24, 2022November 4, 2025

The Value of Transition Training

EAA Canada, Tips

I encourage every pilot to consider some form of periodic transition training. Because different aircraft require one to acquire different skills, transition training serves to make your toolbox of skills ... Read more

June 24, 2022November 4, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Ruffled Feathers

EAA Canada, Tips

One of the first things you notice about flying to Oshkosh is that “chatter” on the airwaves is kept to an absolute minimum — all in an effort to speed ... Read more

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

In Search of Charlie Brown

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA member Kirk Tilley’s journey to pick up his new airplane, a Cessna 150 taildragger nicknamed Charlie Brown.

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

I Am a SUN ‘n FUN Volunteer!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

The daily attendance of an aviation event, such as SUN ‘n FUN, is only half of the excitement. Being on the grounds for a continuous 24 hours, over several days, ... Read more

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Dick Roe Remembered

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Some thoughts and memories about Canadian EAA member Dick Roe.

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

BC AERO Holds First Spring Training for Pilots and Ground Handlers

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

EAA member Mike Davenport takes us through a recent spring training exercise for BC AERO, an emergency airlift response organization.

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Time to Say Goodbye

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA member Werner Griesbeck says farewell to his 1938 Fairchild 24.

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

EAA Chapter 63 Selects 2022 Ray Scholars

EAA Canada, Youth Outreach

Chapter 63 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, recently awarded Ray Scholarships to two more young people looking to pursue a career in aviation.

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Airmanship

EAA Canada, Tips

What is the meaning of “airmanship”? Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman explains.

June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Airplane Camping — I Liked It!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA Canadian Council member Scott Knowlton takes his Aircamper for a camping trip.

April 29, 2022November 4, 2025

My Swap: 210 for a Wilga

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA member Dennis Weatherald tells the story of his eventful first flight in his PZL Wilga.

April 29, 2022October 28, 2025

Orillia Memories

EAA Canada

EAA member Doug Martin recalls his first trip to EAAC Sport Aviation Convention in Orillia, Ontario.

April 29, 2022November 6, 2025

Opinion – Ruffled Feathers: Automation…and Its Ups and Downs

EAA Canada, Tips

How much automation in the cockpit is too much? Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman examines that question in his latest piece.

April 29, 2022October 28, 2025

WWII Aircraft Ads Discovery

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Spring cleaning turned up a couple of WWII-era Saturday Evening Post magazines for one EAA member.

April 1, 2022November 4, 2025

Opinion: Ruffled Feathers

EAA Canada

Bits and Pieces contributor John Wyman gives his thoughts on the integration of drones into Canadian airspace.

April 1, 2022November 4, 2025

Zenith Paint Job — Part Two

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

Last month we reviewed the process of applying primer and top coat to the wings of Greg Booker’s Zenith CH 750. This month we will further discuss the joys of ... Read more

February 24, 2022October 17, 2025

Bits and Pieces — Painting a Zenith CH 750

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

EAA member Mike Davenport helps a hangar neighbour paint his Zenith project.

February 2, 2022November 4, 2025

Bits and Pieces: A New Panel for Grumman Cheetah C-GQIG

EAA Canada, Vintage

A detailed look at the installation of a new panel in a classic Grumman Cheetah.

February 2, 2022November 5, 2025

Bits and Pieces: How I Built a Transport Canada Certified Flight Simulator

EAA Canada, Learn to Fly, Member Stories

EAA member Horst Federau takes us through the process of rebuilding a Piper Seminole flight simulator.

January 4, 2022November 5, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Relief Flights to the Interior

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

General aviation pilots stepped up to help out communities in need during recent flooding in British Columbia.

January 4, 2022October 17, 2025

Bits and Pieces: The Story Behind the Photo

EAA Canada, Vintage

A beautiful image of a Fokker Super Universal and the tale about how this particular photo was captured.

January 4, 2022October 17, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Milestone — EAA Chapter 63’s Ray Scholar Is a Pilot!

EAA Canada, Milestones

Congratulations to EAA Chapter 63’s first Ray scholar, Megan Lokstet, on earning her pilot license!

January 4, 2022November 5, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Aerial Artistry With a Heart

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

Canadian pilot Dimitri Neonakis has taken to creating inspiring aerial art in Nova Scotia.

December 8, 2021October 17, 2025

Aircraft Stories – My Stinson 108

EAA Canada, Member Stories

EAA member Mike Davenport recounts the history of his 75-year-old Stinson 108-1.

November 10, 2021October 28, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Western Canada Aerobatics Championship – My Story

Aerobatics, EAA Canada

Jeff Seaborn, chair of the EAA Canadian Council, takes us through his experience competing at the Western Canada Aerobatics Championship in Alberta.

November 9, 2021November 4, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Creating a Bearhawk Rudder Trim System

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

EAA Chapter 245 President Mark Richardson takes us through the inception and creation of the rudder trim system he’s installing on his scratchbuilt Bearhawk.

November 9, 2021November 7, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Casey Fly-In 2021

EAA Canada, Member Stories

The remote town of Casey, Quebec, hosts a fly-in each September. EAA member Bill Evans shares his experience traveling to and from the event this year.

November 9, 2021November 7, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Simulated Cockpits — An Unrealized Potential?

EAA Canada, Learn to Fly

A look at flight simulator cockpits and their value to potential pilots and the general aviation community at large.

November 8, 2021November 7, 2025

Bits and Pieces: Canes and What (Not) to Do With Them

EAA Canada, Member Stories

When flying with a cane, here’s what you shouldn’t do.

November 8, 2021October 17, 2025

Bits and Pieces: If Our Aircraft Could Talk, Oh What Stories…

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Vintage

EAA Canadian Council member Jack Neima recounts the long and fascinating history of his 82-year-old Piper Cub.

October 11, 2021November 4, 2025

Western Canada Aerobatics Championship

Aerobatics, EAA Canada

On Sept. 4-5, the Western Canada Aerobatics Championship was held at Rocky Mountain House, Alberta (CYRM). The event has been in “Rocky” on that weekend for many years.

September 7, 2021November 7, 2025

Airberta Air Rally Day 3: August 27, 2020

EAA Canada, Member Stories

It’s Day 3 of the first-ever Airberta Air Rally, hosted by the Harvard Air Museum at Red Deer Regional Airport (CYQF). It will be a long one as we’re headed ... Read more

September 7, 2021November 4, 2025

Gyroplane Adventures: Ottawa to Steinbach and Back — July 17-26, 2021

EAA Canada, Ultralights

With the increasing number of airstrips in Canada being closed or under threat, the distance between active aerodromes is increasing and with it the risk to safe passage continues to ... Read more

September 7, 2021October 31, 2025

Canadians’ Flight to AirVenture Is a Pandemic Adventure

AirVenture, EAA Canada

If you had asked aviation enthusiasts to imagine a year without AirVenture, they would have told you it’s unimaginable. It took a worldwide pandemic to cancel every aviator’s pilgrimage in ... Read more

July 16, 2021November 7, 2025

The Doctor and the 172R-2

EAA Canada, Member Stories

The house phone rang early in the evening — a rare event as most calls come in on my cell. My wife answered the call and then handed me the ... Read more

July 16, 2021November 7, 2025

Red Deer Forestry Strip Fly-Out

EAA Canada, Member Stories

A couple of us from our chapter recently participated in a fly-out against the backdrop of some spectacular scenery.

July 16, 2021October 22, 2025

Airberta Air Rally Day 2

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Dennis continues his series of updates from the first ever Airberta Air Rally.

July 8, 2021November 5, 2025

Those First Flights Really Do Make a Difference

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

Airline pilot and CFI David McIntosh traces it all back to a Young Eagles flight more than 20 years ago.

June 21, 2021November 4, 2025

Open Cockpit Video Camera Mount – I Made it Myself!

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

When I flew the Sonerai with the J3300 engine I had my friends Leo and Nora take video.

June 21, 2021November 4, 2025

Prolific Builders

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

When in the fall of 1978 I commenced my flight training for a private pilot’s license I had no clue that this would become a 40-year involvement.

June 21, 2021November 4, 2025

Building My Pietenpol Air Camper Made Me a Better Person

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories, Why We Fly

I have heard it often said that in order to build an airplane you need to have mastered a great number of skills, have a large, well-equipped workshop, and hoards ... Read more

June 21, 2021November 7, 2025

The (Soon-To-Be) Great Airberta Air Rally

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Day 1 of the first-ever Airberta Air Rally, hosted by the Harvard Air Museum at Red Deer Regional Airport (CYQF), is geared up and ready to kick off at high ... Read more

May 12, 2021November 4, 2025

Bits and Pieces Prolific Builder Series – Gord Baxter

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

I started my flight training June 1963 at age 18 in a 1946 Fleet Canuck (taildragger) at Breslau, Ontario, and received my PPL one year later in June 1964.

April 22, 2021November 5, 2025

Prolific Builders — Tom Martin

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

One day, a friend suggested that I build an airplane.

April 22, 2021November 7, 2025

Backcountry Flying — in Manitoba?

EAA Canada, Member Stories

There is nothing like flying into places that you have never been to before to heighten senses and sharpen skills.

March 26, 2021November 5, 2025

Prolific Builders — Dale Lamport

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

By email interview with Dale Lamport of Smiths Falls, Ontario, we put together the following this first in a series of articles about amazing Canadians who have built several aircraft.

March 26, 2021November 7, 2025

The Time Had Come

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Saying goodbye is never easy.

March 26, 2021November 6, 2025

Cockpit Checks — What Can Possibly Go Wrong?

EAA Canada, Tips

Due to the pandemic, I have found myself rereading books purchased some time ago. Some of these are, not surprisingly, about flying.

March 26, 2021October 20, 2025

File These Under ‘Lessons Learned’

EAA Canada, Tips

It would be hard to imagine anyone who has been involved in aviation for any length of time has not accumulated a few valuable lessons along the way.

January 14, 2021October 29, 2025

Ottawa Chapter 245 Makes Cruzer Progress Despite Restrictions

Chapters, EAA Canada, Homebuilding

The 750 Cruzer project resumed in September after COVID-19 restrictions eased enough to allow a small group to work well spaced in the hangar.

January 13, 2021November 5, 2025

Measure Twice, Cut Once

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Member Stories

The painful and powerful lessons of scratch-building.

January 13, 2021November 7, 2025

RV-8 and ADS-B Testing Across Canada

EAA Canada, Member Stories

A long cross country flight proved the perfect opportunity to test new tech.

December 15, 2020October 17, 2025

Chapter 1051 — Canada’s Most Easterly Chapter

Chapters, EAA Canada

How one EAA chapter has grown in the midst of the pandemic.

November 10, 2020November 7, 2025

There’s a Zombie at our Airport!

EAA Canada, Member Stories

There has been an incredible amount of activity at our airfield these days. Not so much with pilots and aircraft, but with zombies. Seriously! Zombies.

October 14, 2020November 5, 2025

Beefalo Fly-In

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

Fresh burgers and corn on the cob on the Québec/U.S. border.

August 13, 2020November 7, 2025

Why So Sad?

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Any idea why this aircraft looks so sad? It was sent to us by Mike Davenport. What do you think happened?

April 10, 2020November 7, 2025

A Day at the Beach

EAA Canada, Member Stories

For most of us, the word “beach” immediately invokes thoughts of a relaxed freedom, stemming from our early primal experiences of cavorting on seemingly endless acres of soft sand, with ... Read more

April 10, 2020November 5, 2025

Moe’s Ottawa River Fly-In 2020

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

The last time I attended this event was with John Wyman in his ski-plane, a Champ, say five years ago.

August 14, 2019October 28, 2025

Our Hike Into the British Columbia Bush to the Canso Bomber Wreckage

EAA Canada, Member Stories

At 2300 on the night of February 10, 1945, a Royal Canadian Air Force Consolidated PBV-1A* Catalina serial No. 11007, also known as the Canso, took off from RCAF Tofino ... Read more

July 9, 2019November 7, 2025

Aero Camping Expo at Brampton, Ontario

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Visitors were amazed at the amount of stuff we could shoehorn into the Cessna 177 Cardinal or the GlaStar, next door. Aero camping can be very comfortable.

May 8, 2019November 7, 2025

Flying in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia

EAA Canada, Member Stories

Flying in the lower mainland of British Columbia can be a wonderful experience with the views of the scenic snow-covered coastal mountains just to the north and the Strait of ... Read more

April 12, 2019November 7, 2025

The Iconic DC-3

EAA Canada, Warbirds

Those of you who are students of aviation history know that there are few if any airplanes that have served so many markets and influenced so many people as the ... Read more

March 8, 2019November 7, 2025

Maps and Why I Like Them

EAA Canada, Member Stories

I recently got around to reading for the first time a book I purchased some 20 years ago.

February 18, 2019October 28, 2025

The Restoration of Gipsy Moth C-GZIE

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past, Warbirds

The story of the Gipsy Moth C-GZIE restoration.

February 18, 2019October 28, 2025

Canadians Check Out the Aviation Scene in Hawaii

EAA Canada, Member Stories, Why We Fly

During the month of January, my wife and I were lucky enough to spend several weeks exploring and enjoying three Hawaiian Islands.

February 18, 2019November 4, 2025

Canadian Museum of Flight

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

Hidden on a side street at the Langley Regional Airport (CYNJ) is a small museum with a large heart for promoting and preserving British Columbia’s aviation history.

December 20, 2018November 4, 2025

The Amazing Nonstop Cross-Canada Flight of Red Morris

EAA Canada, Honoring The Past

This story about a record-setting cross Canada flight continues the series on notable Canadian pilots.

August 16, 2018October 29, 2025

Interested in Paragliding?

EAA Canada, Ultralights

A beginner’s guide to powered paragliding.

August 15, 2018October 16, 2025

Calgary Amateur Aircraft Building in the Early Days

EAA Canada, Homebuilding, Honoring The Past

By Clark Seaborn, EAA 57197 The first amateur-built aircraft in the Calgary area were gliders, but within a couple of years, people began to build powered aircraft. This is a ... Read more

May 31, 2018November 5, 2025

Canadian Flight School Offers Training to Students with Disabilities

EAA Canada, Learn to Fly, Member Stories

Zach Elliott owns and operates Ontario Advanced Ultralights, a flight school that serves any students wanting to fly, including those with disabilities.

April 10, 2018October 28, 2025

A Canadian Trip to the 1991 Reno Air Races

EAA Canada

By Mike Davenport, EAA 89102 Back in 1991, my friend Jim McRae and I decided to drive from Vancouver, Canada, to Reno, Nevada, to see the 28th National Championship Air ... Read more

March 12, 2018November 6, 2025

Childhood Dreams Come True for the Kutryk Brothers

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

As boys growing up in Whitehorse, Yukon, Joshua and Matthew Kutryk were like-minded in their interests, not the least of which was their shared dream to become fighter pilots.

January 15, 2018October 17, 2025

Western Odyssey in C-FJNJ

EAA Canada, Why We Fly

One member’s cross-country Canadian flight experience in a CH 750.

December 13, 2017November 5, 2025

Fleet Dreams — Part 2

EAA Canada, Vintage

Geoff Pritchard picked up his Fleet Model 2 in Oshkosh in 2012 and has spent the last five years perfecting this aircraft.

December 12, 2017November 5, 2025

Older Moth!

EAA Canada, Vintage

Someone asked, “Are there any older aircraft in Canada than Geoff Pritchard’s 1930 Fleet Model 2?” Not to discredit Geoff’s gorgeous plane, but I know of at least one.

November 15, 2017November 5, 2025

Fleet Dreams – Possibly the Oldest Flying Aircraft in Canada

EAA Canada, Vintage

Geoff Pritchard picked up his Fleet Model 2 in Oshkosh in 2012 and has spent the last five years perfecting what he believes to be the oldest flying aircraft in ... Read more

October 25, 2017November 5, 2025

You Did What?

EAA Canada, Homebuilding

A member shares his experience of installing an autopilot in his homebuilt.