By Sophia Lafontaine, EAA 1601398 Sometimes, I wonder how I could have made my private pilot training go by faster. While the length of your flight training is dependent on many factors, such as natural ability, affordability, and weather, I think that there are ways...

By Norm Isler, EAA Lifetime 201308 At EAA Chapter 44 in Brockport, New York, our June meeting is traditionally our annual fly-in picnic dinner and general hangar/ramp flying event. This year, three of our long-time EAA members were presented with the Wright Brothers...

By Scot Cox, EAA 1020156 This piece originally ran in the May 2026 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. The construction of Rose Parrakeet N444RP began in October 2009 using the Hannaford Aircraft Co. plans as a guideline. This plansbuilt replica was a joint effort...

By Kim Wilson Congratulations to Natalie Wilson, EAA 1535824, EAA Chapter 71 member, for completing her solo flight! Natalie is 17 years old, a high school senior, and a Ray Aviation scholar. She’s also a member of two build-a-plane groups, taking college classes...

This piece originally ran in the May 2026 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. At just 13 years old, Kaylee Krapfl, EAA Lifetime 1484483, is already making a significant impact as a volunteer. Her journey with EAA began at a remarkably young age, and her dedication...