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John Dyke is the designer of two of the most cutting-edge designs in aircraft homebuilding, the JD-1 and JD-2 Delta. These futuristic-looking aircraft are truly what homebuilding is all about.
Ray Stits (1921-2015) is a legend in the homebuilt aircraft community. Designer of 15 airplanes, Ray was also the developer/founder of the Poly-Fiber aircraft coating process. In 1953, he joined EAA (#136 Lifetime) and founded EAA Chapter 1.
The Plane Lady, Christine, tells us her story about being inspired to build an RV10, how she documents it through her YouTube channel, and how the EAA community helps her in the building process.
If you’re an aviation geek, there’s a good chance you can recognize airplanes just by their sound. Here’s your opportunity to do just that, with some of the more distinct sounds of AirVenture through the years.
From the VariEze and Long-EZ to SpaceShipOne, pioneering aerospace engineer Burt Rutan is known throughout the aviation community as someone always pushing the envelope. Learn more about the innovative career that’s made Burt a legend at Oshkosh.
A one-on-one interview with EAA Sport Aviation magazine columnist Lisa Turner, EAA Lifetime 509911. Lisa, a manufacturing engineer by trade, has written multiple books and built and flown a Pulsar XP and a Kolb Mark III.
The B-Model is Sonex’s answer to all the feedback builders have given about its flagship airplane over the years: increased cockpit space, the ability to hold more fuel, a larger instrument panel, and more.
In 1986, the Rutan Model 76 Voyager became the first aircraft to fly around the world without stopping or refueling. Here’s an extended look at the design and build of the Voyager, which visited EAA Oshkosh prior to its 25,000-mile journey in 1984.
Since EAA’s beginning in 1953, members had the foresight to record and archive more than 80 percent of the events that occurred at the annual fly-in. This is the comprehensive story of the first 50 years of EAA fly-ins.
At EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2019, we celebrated our 50th consecutive convention at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh! Here are Oshkosh fly-in highlights from the past five decades.
As the first aircraft to fly around the world without stopping or refueling, the Rutan Voyager was one of the most significant airplanes to visit EAA Oshkosh in the 1980s. Watch the Theater in the Woods presentation celebrating the accomplishment.
At Theater in the Woods, a number of influential performers and personalities through the decades talked about Oshkosh and the memories and stories they have.
EAA founder Paul Poberezny discusses the purpose of the organization, how much it’s meant to him, and how the people involved along the way have made EAA what it is.
Paul Poberezny founded EAA in 1953 and was an integral part of the organization until his death in 2013. We’ve compiled footage of Paul through the decades, interacting with guests and flying a variety of aircraft!
Hear from Van's, Zenith, Sonex, Garmin, and Advanced Flight Systems leaders about new products, innovations, and exciting updates from the homebuilt aircraft world.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris from EAA HQ in Oshkosh as the delve into the basics and how to's of Fabric Covering for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit Of Aviation Week.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris from EAA HQ in Oskosh as they delve into the basics and how to's of Composite construction for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit Of Aviation Week.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris live from EAA HQ as they delve into the basics and how to's of Sheet Metal construction for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit of Aviation Week.
FlightChops takes the controls of Kyle Fowler's airshow-flown LongEZ in the skies over Oshkosh in never-before-seen footage. We chat with Kyle on what it's like flying a homebuilt airplane in an air show.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris from EAA HQ as they delve into the basics and how to's of Wood construction for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit of Aviation Week.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris from EAA HQ as the delve into the basics and how to's of Fabric Covering for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit Of Aviation Week.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris live from EAA HQ as they delve into the basics and how to's of Sheet Metal construction for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit of Aviation Week.
Join members of the EAA staff live from EAA HQ as they delve into the basics and how to's of Welding (Gas and TIG) for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit of Aviation Week.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris live from EAA HQ in Oskosh as they delve into the basics and how to's of Wood construction for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit Of Aviation Week.
Join Mark Forss and Joe Norris live from EAA HQ in Oskosh as they delve into the basics and how to's of Sheet Metal construction for Homebuilt Aircraft in this live presentation during the Spirit Of Aviation Week.
Dick Rutan talks about flying the F-100 over the skies of Vietnam and what it was like to be the aircraft commander of the first nonstop earthrounding trip in the Voyager.
Careers at NASA inspired Allyson and Valin Thorn to create the Oshkosh award winning Lancair Legacy RG, StarHawk. Hear from them about leading careers at NASA and building their award winning machine.
Bill Rusk, EAA 350098, built his Javron Super Cub for a specific mission: Alaskan bush flying. Hear the story of the airplane and the mission from Bill himself, and get a look at the incredible scenic views he enjoys from his Javron Cub.
Legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan was on the grounds this week at #OSH19 talking about his experiences and aircraft designs. Various Burt Rutan designs were also in attendance this week.
Aviation legend Burt Rutan is one of the people who make Oshkosh … well, Oshkosh. Enjoy a few minutes with Burt at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2015, as well with those who admire his lifetime of work.
James Wiebe, EAA 859932, introduces Belite’s first two-seat airplane, the Chipper. It promises affordable STOL and cross-country flying from a kit that’s fast and easy to build. Read more about the Chipper in the January 2018 issue of Sport Aviation.
Believe it or not, this airplane used to be a Super Cub. Ben Anderson, EAA 1032615, bought the one-of-a-kind Midwing Special from air show pilot Ned Surratt about three years ago, and spent a couple of years restoring it before bringing it to #OSH17.
A 2nd plunge into EAA’s massive, 5-decades-plus archives. Disco to the 70s and enter the new wave 80s. (Identify the Father of ultralights, and our very own Red Devils. Plus, the Decade of the Concorde, when the "Devils" became "Eagles.")
Rare footage from EAA’s massive, five-decades-plus archives. Twist to the 50s and groove to the 60s. (In weeks to come, witness the ‘70s and 80s, the 90s, and beyond,,,then see them all as one video!)
Elliot Seguin is a truly passionate aviator who enjoys all forms of flying. From air racers and warbirds to wild experimental aircraft that push the boundaries of flight, he is there to fly them all.
Everyone customizes their homebuilt a little. Bill O’Neil, EAA 367019, doesn’t know the meaning of the word “little.” Get the full story of the truly unique Berkut 360 that he calls the Ultra Raptor in the February 2018 issue of EAA Sport Aviation.
L.D. Jeffries was looking for something to do in his retirement — all he knew for sure was that he wasn’t going to sit on the porch. He’s decided to indulge a lifelong dream and become an air show pilot, flying the FLS Microjet named Lil Devil.
John Corneal, EAA 374566, really wanted to fly a jet, so he responded in true EAA fashion: He built one. Learn more about his recently completed SubSonex personal jet in the February 2018 issue of EAA Sport Aviation.
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