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December 11, 2019December 11, 2019

More Than One Mission

Member Stories, Why We Fly

Eric Sampson’s recent Eagle Flight had an ulterior motive.

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November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

Full Circle — A Happy Reunion, 35 Years On

Member Stories, Why We Fly
How often is it at age 17 that you get your first ride in a historic 1942 Meyers OTW airplane? Then you end up owning that same airplane 35 years ... Read more
October 23, 2019October 23, 2019

It Takes All Kinds — Why My Students Fly

Learning to Fly, Why We Fly
Pilots and pilot prospects are all ages and come from all walks of life. To be a good instructor, one must be able to know and understand what makes each ... Read more
October 10, 2019October 10, 2019

Don’t Wait

Member Stories, Why We Fly

“I really enjoyed this trip,” I told my wife, Lois, as we flew the last leg home. Little did I know I’d never pilot my airplane again.

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September 18, 2019September 18, 2019

Meeting With Members at AOPA’s Tullahoma Fly-in

Why We Fly
A few EAA staffers and CEO Jack J. Pelton headed to William Northern Field on September 13 for AOPA’s Tullahoma Fly-In to visit with fellow EAA members, answer questions, and ... Read more
September 5, 2019September 5, 2019

New Holstein Super Cub Fly-In Photo Roundup

Why We Fly

Pilots and aviation enthusiasts alike gathered in New Holstein July 19-23 to share their passion for flight.

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August 7, 2019August 21, 2019

Metamorphosis: Transforming From Student to Pilot

Celebrating Women, Learning to Fly, Milestones, Why We Fly

Following my colleague’s flight training journey help me relive my own learning to fly memories.

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July 27, 2019July 28, 2019

Championship Drone Racer — From Learning RC at Oshkosh to Professional Drone Racing

AirVenture, Why We Fly
19-year-old Alex Vanover got his start in RC here at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh and is now winning world championships racing drones. “It’s a dream come true . ... Read more
June 13, 2019June 13, 2019

Dedicated to Perfection

Honoring The Past, Why We Fly

It was an emotional reunion as a group of Stinsons gathered to honor an old friend.

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June 6, 2019June 6, 2019

Relay Gives Pilots a Reason to Fly

Why We Fly

A bunch of pilots plus one well-traveled stuffed bear shows that GA is alive and well in Virginia.

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May 16, 2019May 16, 2019

International Learn to Fly Day!

Why We Fly
International Learn to Fly Day is this Saturday! Are you thinking about taking the first steps to earning your pilot certificate? We can help! EAA has developed pathways to flight ... Read more
May 16, 2019May 16, 2019

Landing the Space Shuttle — An Incredible Flying Machine and the Thrill of a Lifetime

Member Stories, Why We Fly
This was my first landing at the controls of Atlantis, and it was the culmination of a 10-day mission to the Russian Mir to deliver supplies and a fresh crew ... Read more
May 2, 2019May 2, 2019

The Cross-Country of a Lifetime

Member Stories, Why We Fly

Arnold Ebneter planned for decades to make an epic solo cross-country flight, and eventually he was able to take that great adventure that so many who pursue aviation dream of.

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April 25, 2019April 25, 2019

One Hundred Years Young

Member Stories, Why We Fly
I asked a 100-year-old World War II bomber pilot if he wanted to go for a gyroplane ride. He said he’d love to, as soon as he was finished with ... Read more
April 17, 2019April 17, 2019

New Learning — Giving Gliders a Go

Why We Fly
I tried yet another aviation experience. This one, over the years, was never an itch I had to scratch, but it was always something I was interested in: gliders. (Yeah, ... Read more

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