March 15, 2023March 20, 2023

What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Florida Pitts S-1S

Homebuilding, Member Stories

In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, EAA member Jeremy Wicker take us through the lengthy build of his Pitts S-1S.

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.

March 3, 2023November 5, 2025

Idaho and the Frank – Expectation and the Reality

Member Stories, Why We Fly

Expectations were high as Rick and I headed out for a bucket list trip to Idaho that had been delayed two years by travel restrictions. After studying guidebooks, watching videos, ... Read more

March 2, 2023October 29, 2025

Reality Check

Member Stories, Ultralights

In a recent piece for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Mark Murray discusses the efforts needed to properly own and operate an ultralight

February 16, 2023February 16, 2023

What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Michigan Zenith Aircraft CH 750 Cruzer

Homebuilding, Member Stories

In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, EAA member Phil Cook takes us through the build of his Zenith CH 750 Cruzer

February 9, 2023October 17, 2025

Orin Welch and the China National Aviation Corporation

Honoring The Past, Member Stories

EAA member Brandon Ross Abel remembers his great-uncle — an aircraft designer and cargo pilot who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II.

February 8, 2023October 28, 2025

My First Solo

Member Stories, Milestones

Natalie Miles, EAA 1478672, provides another update on her journey through United Airlines’ Aviate Academy.

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 2, 2023November 7, 2025

Hand-Flying for 900 Miles

Member Stories

Mark Stanfield, EAA 1499607, shares the story of the time he went a long way in a little airplane, ferrying a rare Mooney M10 Cadet from Wisconsin to New York. ... Read more

February 2, 2023November 5, 2025

Alaska — Returning Home

Member Stories, Why We Fly

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses his return flight home from Alaska.

January 25, 2023November 7, 2025

The Long and Winding Runway

Member Stories, Why We Fly

Thirty-five years after beginning his initial pilot training, Paul Maloy’s journey to his certificate finally reached a successful conclusion, but not without some bumps in the road.

January 17, 2023November 4, 2025

What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Wisconsin Van’s Aircraft RV-8

Homebuilding, Member Stories

In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, EAA member William P. Hale discusses the build of his Van’s RV-8, Metal Mistress.

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

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.

January 5, 2023November 5, 2025

Flying in Alaska

Member Stories, Why We Fly

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses his flying excursions in Alaska.

December 7, 2022November 4, 2025

What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Texas Fairchild PT-19

Homebuilding, Member Stories

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, EAA member Richard Smith takes us through the restoration of his PT-19.

December 7, 2022October 28, 2025

Great Airborne Images Within Reach

Member Stories

Since the advent of digital photography, we’ve gone to great lengths to capture images and video from our airplanes, in an attempt to preserve those precious airborne moments.

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, 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.