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June 21, 2022October 29, 2025

What’s in a Name?

Homebuilding, Ultralights

In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Mark Murray talks about the importance of using proper and consistent terminology.

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June 20, 2022November 7, 2025

Magic on Mount Tobe – Plymouth, Connecticut (N41)

Member Stories

One EAA member’s airplane camping escape from reality.

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June 15, 2022October 28, 2025

Remembering the Candy Bomber

Honoring The Past, Warbirds

A gathering was held recently to honor the memory of Gail “Hal” Halvorsen, the pilot who became famous as the heroic “candy bomber” during the Berlin Airlift.

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June 13, 2022October 29, 2025

EAA’s Attic — Bill Odom Memorabilia

Attic, EAA Museum

A closer look at some memorabilia donated to the EAA Aviation Museum by the family of Bill Odom, a CNAC pilot during World War II.

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June 13, 2022October 20, 2025

Entering the Traffic Pattern

Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses different methods for entering the traffic pattern and when each is appropriate.

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June 8, 2022October 28, 2025

Variety of Gunship Crew Members to Speak at EAA Museum

Speaker Series, Warbirds
Five crew members from the AC-47, the AC-130, and the AC-119 will be presenting about their time spent aboard these gunships, built for the Vietnam War, on Thursday, June 16, ... Read more
June 7, 2022November 6, 2025

A Different Angle

Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Robert N. Rossier discusses tips for a safe approach in challenging conditions.

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June 7, 2022November 4, 2025

What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Michigan Bowers Fly Baby

Homebuilding, Member Stories

EAA member William Rotenberry takes us through the build of his classic Bowers Fly Baby in the May 2022 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Time to Say Goodbye

EAA Canada, Member Stories

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

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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.

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June 6, 2022November 4, 2025

Ruffled Feathers: Airmanship

EAA Canada, Tips

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

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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.

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June 2, 2022October 29, 2025

Checkride Milestone — Luke Vaughn

Chapters, Milestones

Congratulations to EAA Chapter 179 Ray scholar Luke Vaughn, who recently earned his private pilot certificate.

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June 2, 2022October 31, 2025

EAA’s The Green Dot — EC-47 Pilot Jerry Bradley

Podcast
This time on The Green Dot, hosts Tom and Chris were joined by Jerry Bradley, EAA 879528, who spoke about his career in aviation, which included flying electronic warfare missions ... Read more
June 1, 2022October 29, 2025

Volunteer Spotlight — John Mellberg

EAA Museum, Volunteers
When visitors enter the EAA Aviation Museum, they are greeted by the warm face of one of our proud docents, each with an amazing story of why they are there. ... Read more
June 1, 2022November 4, 2025

The Top Five Lubrication Mistakes

Homebuilding, Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Lisa Turner discusses some of the most common errors made when lubricating aircraft components.

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May 26, 2022November 6, 2025

EAA Chapter 36 Flies 7,000th Young Eagle

Chapters, Milestones, Youth Outreach

EAA Chapter 36 in Hagerstown, Maryland, recently reached a momentous milestone, flying its 7,000th Young Eagle during a Young Eagles rally on Saturday, May 14!

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May 25, 2022November 4, 2025

Cub Clones — The Icon That Keeps on Giving

Homebuilding

A look at what makes the Piper Cub and its variants such popular airplanes, and the many clones that have spawned over the years.

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May 25, 2022October 29, 2025

Checkride Milestone — Beck Youngberg

Chapters, Milestones
On April 16, 2021, EAA Chapter 501’s first Ray Aviation Scholarship was awarded to Beck Youngberg, EAA 1389108. On May 3, 2022, he successfully completed his practical examination for a ... Read more
May 18, 2022October 31, 2025

EAA’s The Green Dot — Aviation Journalist Budd Davisson

Podcast
This time on The Green Dot, hosts Hal and Tom were joined by Budd Davisson, EAA 22483, who shared stories about his adventures and career as an aviation journalist and ... Read more
May 17, 2022November 4, 2025

Impediments to Selling

Homebuilding, Tips

In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses some of the more common issues that can derail the sale of an aircraft.

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