October 17, 2023

Ray Aviation Scholar Flies Young Eagles at EAA Chapter 534 Rally

Youth & Young Eagles

Five years ago, Rosie Rivera had her first flight in a general aviation airplane. On September 16, 2023, she was in the pilot’s seat when EAA Chapter 534 held a ... Read more

October 12, 2023October 12, 2023

Youth Inspiring Youths

Youth & Young Eagles

Ace Kehoe, EAA 1537419, is known as the “aviation kid” at his Florida high school, and it’s a title he’s fully embracing! At just 16 years old, Ace is forming ... Read more

October 12, 2023

EAA’s The Green Dot — EAA Chapters

Podcast

This time on The Green Dot, host Chris is joined by Charlie Becker, EAA director of chapters and homebuilt community manager, and David Leiting, EAA Eagles Program manager, to discuss ... Read more

October 10, 2023October 12, 2023

Engine Failures Happen

Ultralights

In a recent piece for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Mark Murray discusses ways to avoid engine failures, and how to prepare yourself if one does occur. ... Read more

October 10, 2023October 12, 2023

Performance Checklist

Flying Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses some important maintenance observations he’s made in the last few months. ... Read more

October 5, 2023

EAA’s Attic — 2005 EAA Youth Art Contest Submissions

Attic, Youth & Young Eagles

For the 2005 EAA Youth Art Contest, contestants were asked to design a paint scheme for one of EAA’s two Young Eagles aircraft, a GlaStar 3 (N231YE). ... Read more

October 5, 2023

How a General Aviator Inspired UFO Folklore

History

The extraterrestrial frenzy we’re experiencing these days is nothing new. General aviation pilot Kenneth Arnold is widely credited with being the inspiration for the modern era of UFO folklore after ... Read more

October 5, 2023October 9, 2023

Wisconsin Pilot Flies His 1,000th Young Eagle

Youth & Young Eagles

Congratulations to Ed Jeziorny, EAA 31825, of Omro, Wisconsin! On August 19, 2023, Ed flew his 1,000th Young Eagle at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Illinois. ... Read more

October 5, 2023October 9, 2023

Tailwheel Training

Flying Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses the importance of receiving proper and adequate tailwheel training. ... Read more

September 29, 2023November 17, 2023

Computers — Then and Now

Bits and Pieces

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

September 29, 2023November 17, 2023

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

Bits and Pieces

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

September 29, 2023November 17, 2023

The Great Migration

AirVenture, Bits and Pieces

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 17, 2023

Knowing the Limitations of You and Your Aircraft

Bits and Pieces

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

September 28, 2023November 29, 2023

The Ford Tri-Motor’s Biggest Fan

Air Tours

Do you believe in love at first sight? Or, perhaps more fitting, love at first flight? Arlene Maksymicz of EAA Chapter 846 sure does! The love affair started when the ... Read more

September 28, 2023October 4, 2023

What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — New Hampshire Van’s Aircraft RV-7

Homebuilding, Member Stories

EAA member Dave Setser takes us through the lengthy build process for his immaculate Van’s RV-7. ... Read more

September 28, 2023October 4, 2023

Avoiding the Unseen

Flying Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Robert N. Rossier discusses balloons, drones, and other aerial phenomena to avoid while flying. ... Read more

September 21, 2023

Volunteer Spotlight — Jennifer Hantosh née Neunteufel

AirVenture, Volunteers

Not many people can say that they lost their first tooth in Camper Registration at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, but for Jennifer Hantosh née Neunteufel, EAA 1218066, that’s just one of ... Read more

September 21, 2023

EAA’s The Green Dot — Medical Helicopter Pilot Karin Ficek

Podcast

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Tom and Chris are joined by medical helicopter pilot Karin Ficek, who will be presenting as part of the EAA Aviation Museum Aviation ... Read more

September 21, 2023September 21, 2023

Forty Years Later

AirVenture

A word or two from the man who produces everyone’s favorite AirVenture Oshkosh souvenir. ... Read more

September 21, 2023

Events Happening in Our Museum

Volunteers

I hope everyone has been able to recharge after AirVenture and is ready to jump into fall! Here in Oshkosh, the temperatures are starting to creep down, and some leaves ... Read more

September 21, 2023September 21, 2023

Volunteer Recognition

AirVenture, Volunteers

Getting to know the 2023 Volunteers of the Year. ... Read more

September 20, 2023September 21, 2023

Secondhand Projects

Homebuilding

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Lisa Turner discusses the pros and cons of purchasing a used homebuilt aircraft project. ... Read more

September 20, 2023September 21, 2023

I Jumped Out of a “Perfectly Good Airplane,” and Here’s How It Went

Member Stories

Whether it’s a bucket list item or your biggest fear, I think everyone should consider taking the leap. Something inside you will change. There’s just something about falling 10,000 feet ... Read more

September 20, 2023

Celebrating Dreams and Giving Back: EAA Young Eagles

Member Stories

Without EAA’s generosity, I know I would not be where I am now. I am honored to now be able to give back to EAA by supporting programs like Young ... Read more

September 14, 2023

A Bird’s-Eye View

Ultralights

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, EAA staff member Timm Bogenhagen discusses his involvement with ultralights and light aircraft. ... Read more