Sport Aviation Magazine

Expert tips and inspiring stories from EAA Sport Aviation, our premier monthly magazine. See more at EAA.org/SportAviation, or become a member at EAA.org/Join to get new issues in your inbox each month and gain full access to the digital archives dating back to 1953.

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  • 40 Years and Counting

    40 Years and Counting

    This year marks the 40th anniversary of FAR Part 103, the FAA regulation that formally established ultralight vehicles in the United States. Only two pages long, Part 103 enabled a new and exciting type of recreational… Read more

  • Easily Overlooked

    Easily Overlooked

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses recurrent maintenance issues to watch for and avoid. Read more

  • Last Resort — Downwind Takeoffs and Landings

    Last Resort — Downwind Takeoffs and Landings

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses downwind takeoffs and landings and the factors that need to be considered before executing the maneuver. Read more

  • What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Ohio Piper PA-24 180 Comanche

    What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Ohio Piper PA-24 180 Comanche

    In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, EAA member Karl Aber takes us through the restoration of his beloved Piper Comanche. Read more

  • Emergency Egress

    Emergency Egress

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Robert N. Rossier discusses the importance of preparing for emergency egress scenarios. Read more

  • Getting Attached

    Getting Attached

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Lisa Turner discusses some of the trouble spots when it comes to aircraft attachments. Read more

  • Trip Preparations — Part 2

    Trip Preparations — Part 2

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Vic Syracuse discusses some of the things to think about when it comes to the maintenance of your aircraft prior to a long cross-country trip. Read more

  • The Times They Are-a-Changin’

    The Times They Are-a-Changin’

    In a recent issue of EAA Sport Aviation, contributor George Karamitis discusses the growing trend of “heavy metal” pilots giving ultralights a try. Read more

  • Reflections

    Reflections

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Steve Krog discusses some of the lessons he’s learned over his many years flying. Read more

  • Almost IFR

    Almost IFR

    In a recent column for EAA Sport Aviation, contributor Robert N. Rossier discusses the dangers inherent with near-IFR weather conditions. Read more