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.
Filter by our various columns, each offering a different expertise area.
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Why Do Spins Scare the Heck Out of Most Pilots?
Another look at the misunderstood maneuver. Read more
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What Our Members Are Building/Restoring — Missouri Kitfox 7SS
Richard Kampeter, EAA Lifetime 1128617, began constructing his Kitfox approximately four years ago. He performed a lot of the build himself, including installing the landing gear, airfoils in the tail, and most of the tedious portions… Read more
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Erroneous Indications — Avoiding Confusion in the Cockpit
If we know our airplane, pay attention, and perform the right cross-checks, we can avoid the confusion that comes with erroneous indications. Read more
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Volunteer Spotlight — Amy Crozier
Amy Crozier, EAA 1220935, was introduced to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2013 when a friend gave her tickets to the show. Read more
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Inspection and Troubleshooting — Are We Naturals?
How you approach an inspection, a preflight, or a flying decision will lay the foundation for managing risk and, ultimately, your safety level. Read more
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Volunteer Spotlight — Jim Heindl
Jim Heindl, EAA 570224, has been volunteering with EAA since 1993, primarily with flightline operations. For his volunteer service through the years, Jim was named a Brown Arch Brick Award recipient at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019. Read more
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The Technical Counselor Visit: Planning and Goal Setting
Even the best skills and knowledge cannot overcome poor planning. Read more
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The Oft-Overlooked Intake Gaskets
This month I want to address intake gaskets and hoses on Lycoming engines, as they seem to be one of the most overlooked maintenance items. Read more
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Probable Cause — Pilot’s Failure to Maintain Directional Control During the Landing Roll
A few minutes of practice from time to time could save you from an embarrassing future landing incident. Read more
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Volunteer Spotlight — Geoff Downey
Geoff Downey, EAA 105011, has been volunteering at AirVenture for nearly 30 years, with the vast majority of it as the rotorcraft chairman. Read more