Webinars

WWI Aviation featured in the Museum | EAA Museum Series

Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Chris Henry and Amelia Anderson

The first World War would see a large amount of new technology growing in the battlefield. Aviation was perhaps the most dynamic of it all. Join the EAA museum staff as they discuss the various WWI aircraft in the museum collection.

Build-A-BFR: Designing Your Own Flight Review | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Prof. H. Paul Shuch

In order to maintain currency, every pilot is required to complete a flight review every 24 calendar months. However, the regulations leave its details to the discretion of the instructor. In this FAA Safety Team WINGS award webinar, Prof. H. Paul Shuch will discuss how to work with your CFI, personalizing your flight review to meet your individual needs, and maximizing your safety as PIC. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Become a Better Chapter Leader – Presidents – Vice Presidents 2025

Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Charlie Becker

Chapters Director Charlie Becker provides insights on the necessary tasks associated with the president and vice-president positions within EAA chapters, as well as tips on chapter management and critical due dates for chapter-related events.

Skybound Chronicles: A Half Century of Aviation Tales for Safer Skies | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Rod Machado

Take off on a lively and enjoyable talk of aviation anecdotes as Rod Machado presents a treasure chest of sky-high stories amassed over his 50-year tenure as a flight instructor. Whether you’re a seasoned aviator or just starting your journey, you’ll uncover invaluable tips on mastering old-school flying techniques, avoiding common pilot pitfalls, understanding when VFR is your best friend over IFR, and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your skills, gain confidence in the cockpit, and walk away with actionable wisdom that will make you a safer, smarter pilot. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Building an Aircraft — What You Need to Know

Wednesday, January 27, 2025, 11:30 a.m. CST with Charlie Becker

This presentation will go beyond the actual building process to educate you on the FAA rules that apply to building your own aircraft, as well as insurance, liability, the repairman certificate, and much more. Join EAA Homebuilt Community Manager Charlie Becker to learn the things every builder should know about building your own aircraft.

Sheet Metal Basics | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Monday, January 27, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Mike Dooley

Sheet metal construction is the most popular material used in today’s kit aircraft. Mike Dooley will teach you how to work with sheet metal in this session. Mike is an instructor for the EAA SportAir Workshops sheet metal course and built an RV-8. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Fabric Covering Basics | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Monday, January 27, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Nate Hammond

Learn the basics of fabric covering aircraft from EAA SportAir Workshop instructor Nate Hammond. Nate, an A&P mechanic, has restored just about every style of fabric-covered aircraft in existence. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

The Need for Speed – Kitbuilt Options | EAA Homebuilders Week

Monday, January 27, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Mike Dooley

A review of go-fast kitbuilt aircraft options and a discussion of some of the related considerations which may have impacted their market success.

Panel Planning and Wiring | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Monday, January 27, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Marc Ausman

This presentation is for builders who want to know how to plan and wire their aircraft. Marc Ausman, author of Aircraft Wiring Guide, will cover how to start thinking about and planning for the electrical system. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Rotax 9 Series Installation & Operation | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Monday, January 27, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Phil Lockwood

Phil Lockwood of Lockwood Aviation Supply, will provide installation and operational tips on the Rotax 912, 915 and 916 engines. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Wiring Basics | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 11:30 a.m. CST with Dick Koehler

EAA SportAir Workshops Electrical Systems & Avionics instructor Dick Koehler discusses the basics of aircraft electrical wiring and tips for planning out your aircraft electrical system. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

TIG Welding | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Charlie Becker and Shaun Walker

The ability to make aircraft quality welds opens up many aircraft designs for the homebuilder. TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding is ideal for building aircraft quality parts. Charlie Becker of EAA & Shaun Walker, EAA’s SportAir TIG welding instructor, will cover the basics getting started in TIG welding 4130 chromoly tubing. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Getting Your Project Finished and Flying | EAA Homebuilders Week

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Vic Syracuse

Serial builder Vic Syracuse will share strategies and tips for successfully completing your project. Vic is a nationally recognized expert in pre-buy examinations, condition inspections, and DAR services for amateur-built aircraft. He is author of the Pre-Buy Guide for Amateur-Built Aircraft, Are Your Nuts Tight Guide to Identifying Problems on Your Amateur-Built Aircraft & The Maintenance Handbook for Van’s RV Aircraft.

Hardware for Homebuilts | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Jon Cox

When starting to build, the homebuilder will need to learn the basics of AN hardware and many other aviation specific fasteners. In this webinar, John Cox will explain how to properly use AN hardware and many other fasteners not commonly used outside of aircraft. John is a manager of EAA’s SportAir Workshop program and an A&P/IA mechanic. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Dynon Avionics | EAA Homebuilders Week

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Michael Schofield

After hundreds to thousands of hours working on your airframe, it's time to decide how to equip your panel. In this webinar, we'll cover general considerations such as matching your avionics to your flying and budget, product choices, and configurations from Dynon Avionics.

Designing the Perfect Paint Scheme and its Impact on Budget | EAA Homebuilders Week

Tuesday, January 28, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Craig Barnett

Craig will discuss best practices and approaches in creating a paint scheme design, with a special focus on the impact of your design decisions on the cost of painting your aircraft and the downtime needed to execute the design. Paint scheme design is both an artistic and a practical process. Approaching a design from a purely creative point of view can lead to heart-stopping sticker shock in the paint shop. Craig will bring extra focus to the impact of each design decision, explaining why we want to make an array of artistic choices, and how they impact the bottom line. This session will not only help you develop the best paint scheme to highlight the beauty of your aircraft, and your pride of ownership, but will also help you develop your design within a frame work of living within a budget for applying the paint scheme design.

Flight Testing 101 | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 11:30 a.m. CST with Paul Dye

Paul Dye presents a look at the things a builder/pilot should consider in planning, training for, and executing a flight test program on their new homebuilt aircraft. This presentation looks at the goals and methods of flight testing, and how to manage potential risks to both pilots and the aircraft so that Phase 1 flight testing goes smoothly and productively. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Composite Construction | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Mark Forss

Learn the basics of how to work with composites in aircraft construction projects. EAA’s Mark Forss will share what you need to know to be successful. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Buying a Used Homebuilt | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Vic Syracuse

Experimental Amateur Built aircraft, aka homebuilts, are increasingly popular for non-builders to purchase finished and flying. Vic Syracuse will share with you the things you need to know before buying a finished and flying homebuilt. Vic is a nationally recognized expert in pre-buy examinations, condition inspections, and DAR services for amateur-built aircraft. He is author of the Pre-Buy Guide for Amateur-Built Aircraft & Maintenance Handbook for Van’s RV Aircraft. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Advanced Flight Systems | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Rob Hickman

Rob Hickman from Advanced Flight Systems will discuss additional ways you can reduce your instrument panel installation time with an ADVANCEDPANEL. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Engine Selection Basics | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Dick Koehler

This presentation will review considerations of engine acquisition options including certificated versus experimental engines and rebuilt versus overhauled. It will also review basic engine terminology and nomenclature. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Data-Driven Diagnosis of Engine Issues | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Mike Busch

Nowadays, most experimental amateur-built aircraft are equipped with sophisticated digital engine monitors capable of logging real-time sensor data every second. This data can be incredibly useful in assessing engine health and diagnosing a wide variety of engine anomalies. Yet few builders and fewer A&Ps utilize this data when grappling with engine problems, instead resorting to guesswork and exploratory surgery. In this webinar, Mike Busch A&P/IA offers a series of real-life stories that demonstrate how engine monitor data analysis can be used to provide precise, accurate, pinpoint diagnosis nearly every time. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

EAA Advocacy Update: Top Homebuilding Issues and the Impact of MOSAIC | EAA Homebuilders Week

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 11:30 a.m. CST with Jack Pelton, Sean Elliott, and Rob Hackman

Join EAA’s Jack Pelton, Sean Elliott and Rob Hackman as they discuss current issues for owners and builders of amateur-built aircraft and challenges to the aviation industry.

Amateur-Built Aircraft Certification Process | EAA Homebuilders Week

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Joe Norris

Before you can fly your homebuilt aircraft, you need to complete both the FAA registration and certification process. Join FAA Designated Airworthiness Representative Joe Norris as he explains what a builder needs to do to successfully navigate the FAA’s required processes.

Sonex Highwing Update | EAA Homebuilders Week

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Mark Schaible

Get all the latest information on the new Sonex Highwing! Sonex owner and president Mark Schaible will brief the audience on the progress of the first prototype aircraft, give a tour of the design’s features, and answer your questions about the Highwing. The Sonex Highwing is designed to take advantage of the new Sport Pilot 2.0 regulations with a max gross weight of 1500 lbs. and a target empty weight of 800-820 lbs. The Highwing is 42” wide on the inside, carries 30 gallons of fuel, up-to 90 lbs. of baggage, and is built in the Sonex tradition of simple construction, aerobatic performance and fast cruise capability.

Garmin Experimental Avionics Solutions | EAA Homebuilders Week

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Brad Brensing

A complete overview of the many offerings from Garmin for your experimental and light-sport aircraft. Topics covered by Brad Brensing, Garmin Experimental/LSA Sales Manager, will include screen selection, panel and remote mount avionics options, interface capabilities, and additional resources to help you in your homebuilt project planning journey!

Gas Welding | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Budd Davisson

Gas welding (oxy acetylene) has been the traditional way of welding homebuilt aircraft since the early days. Gas welding works well for building aircraft-quality parts. If you are thinking of scratch building an aircraft, gas welding is a very helpful skill to develop. Budd Davisson, Sport Aviation columnist and Homebuilders Hall of Fame inductee, will cover the advantages of gas welding and some tips on getting started. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Van’s RV Aircraft Kits | EAA Homebuilders Week

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Greg Hughes

Van’s Aircraft will discuss their kits, the mission of each design, and answer your questions.

Staying Alive-Analysis of Homebuilt Fatal Accidents | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Friday, January 31, 2025, 11:30 a.m. CST with Dave Nelson

An analysis of fatalities in experimental amateur built aircraft over the past 13 years to identify common causes and elements of training or technology which could help reduce the chances of being involved in an accident. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Liability of Selling Your Homebuilt | EAA Homebuilders Week

Friday, January 31, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Kathy Yodice

Many builders express concern over seller’s liability. In this presentation, attorney Kathy Yodice will discuss the facts around this issue and steps a builder can take to reduce their risk. Kathy is the vice chairwoman of the EAA Legal Advisory Council.

Zenith Aircraft Kits & Plans | EAA Homebuilders Week

Friday, January 31, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Sebastien Heintz and Roger Dubbert

Zenith Aircraft offers both high-wing and low-wing kits that are fun to fly and easy to build. They also offer plans for those on a tight budget. In this session, Sebastien Heintz and Roger Dubbert of Zenith Aircraft will discuss their designs and engine options to help you decide if this is the kit to build.

Weight and Balance | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Friday, January 31, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Joe Norris

Joe Norris, amateur built DAR, will cover the basics of how to perform a weight and balance calculation on your aircraft. He will then explain what calculations and paperwork the FAA inspector or DAR needs for your airworthiness application. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Working With Wood 101 | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Friday, January 31, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with John Egan

Building your own wood airplane can be a very rewarding experience. Whether you plan to build a set of wings or the entire airplane from wood, don’t cut a single piece of lumber until you watch this informative webinar on working with wood. Join EAA staff member and Pietenpol builder, John Egan who will share information on wood selection, construction techniques, and other important selected topics. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Common Builder & Maintenance Errors | EAA Homebuilders Week | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Friday, January 31, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Vic Syracuse

Vic Syracuse will discuss the errors he sees repeatedly on pre-buy & DAR inspections. Vic is a nationally recognized expert in pre-buy examinations, condition inspections, and DAR services for amateur-built aircraft. He is author of the Pre-Buy Guide for Amateur-Built Aircraft, Are Your Nuts Tight Guide to Identifying Problems on Your Amateur-Built Aircraft & The Maintenance Handbook for Van’s RV Aircraft. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Become a Better Chapter Leader – Secretary - Treasurer 2025

Tuesday, February 4, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with John Egan and Charlie Becker 

Chapters staff John Egan and Charlie Becker provide insights on the necessary tasks associated with the secretary and treasurer positions within EAA chapters, as well as tips on chapter management and critical due dates for chapter-related events.

Data-Driven Diagnosis | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wendesday, February 5, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Mike Busch

More than half today's piston GA fleet is equipped with some kind of recording digital engine monitor, and the data captured by these instruments is absolutely invaluable in diagnosing all sorts of engine issues. Yet very few A&Ps make use of this data, and that's a shame. In this webinar, Mike Busch, A&P/IA, offers a series of real-life cases where engine monitor data was instrumental (no pun intended) in pinpointing the cause of an engine issue. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Risk Assessment: Tips, Strategies, and Techniques | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Ken Solosky

With statistics showing that up to 80% of aviation accidents are caused by human factors, risk management becomes a critical yet often neglected aspect of flight training. Join Ken Solosky as we discuss tips, techniques, strategies, and best practices to help manage the risks of flying. The attendee will also face several scenarios with the opportunity to vote how they would manage that particular risk. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Getting Started in Ultralights | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Timm Bogenhagen

Ultralight vehicles have long been an affordable way to experience the 3-dimensional freedom and exhilaration of the sky. Join EAA staff member and ultralight and light-plane guru Timm Bogenhagen as he discusses the simple rules of Part 103 and tips for getting started. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Introduction to Powered Paragliders | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Jon Eisele

Powered Paragliders (PPG) are dreams come true for many, as you literally run into the air when taking off. Join PPG instructor Jon Eisele as he explains the equipment and the basics of flying, maintaining and training in a paramotor. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Sailcloth Covering: Installation and Maintenance Tips | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Malcolm Brubaker

There are many benefits of sailcloth covering for ultralights, including it being inexpensive, no painting, and quick installation. Join ultralight sailmaker Malcolm Brubaker from Great Sails as he provides tips for installation, maintenance, cleaning, and repairs for sailcloth covering. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Maintenance and Operation of Quicksilver Aircraft | EAA Ultralight Days

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Gene "Bever" Borne

EAA ultralight hall of famer Gene "Bever" Borne has been operating his business Air-Tech; offering sales, service & flight training of Quicksilver Ultralight aircraft since 1977. Tune in and hear Bever talk all about the Quicksilver line of ultralight aircraft, including the new 4-stroke engine option, the Aero 1000 HO.

Rotax Two-Stroke Operation and Maintenance Tips | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Brett Lawton

Rotax 2-stroke engines power more ultralights than any other engine by far. Join Brett Lawton from Advanced Powerplant Solutions, a Rotax service center as he shares his decades of experience operating and maintaining 2-stroke Rotax engines. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Aerolite 103 and Aero 1000 4-stroke Engine | EAA Ultralight Days

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Mark Murray

Join CFI Mark Murray as he discusses maintenance and inspection for the Aerolite 103 and Aero 1000 engine. Mark will share tips for building, inspection and maintenance he has learned over the years building and operating the Aerolite 103.

Flying Clubs and Ultralight Flight Instruction | EAA Ultralight Days

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Rick Hayes, John von Linsowe, and Scott Skalski

Flying clubs are a great way to make flying more affordable and flight training accessible. The Michigan Ultralight Association (MULA) flying club has a M-Squared training aircraft and Quicksilver for club members to use. Chief flight instructor John von Linsowe and club members Scott Skalski and Rick Hayes share their club and ultralight flight training experiences. They'll also discuss Project First Flight Educational Program LLC, a towed glider called the SnapDragon aimed to expose young people to a flight experience of their own pilotage.

Powered Parachute Basics | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Roy Beissweinger

Powered Parachutes (PPC) are one of the easiest to learn and relaxed types of recreational flying. Join EAA hall of fame PPC flight instructor and examiner Roy Beissweinger as he shares the details of training and overall beauty of this inherently stable type of flying machine. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Airspace for Part 103 Paramotors and Ultralights | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Jon Eisele

Learn about the airspace requirements of FAR Part 103 for all ultralight vehicles. FAA certified flight instructor and paramotor flight instructor Jon Eisele explains airspace for the ultralight pilot flying under FAR Part 103. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Fabric Covering Light with Stewart Systems | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Marty Feehan

Fabric covering instructor Marty Feehan provides tips and tricks to keep it light when covering with the non-hazardous waterborne fabric covering system by Stewart Systems. Marty discusses how covering an aircraft with Stewart Systems is a safe, fun, and relatively simple process. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Flight Instruction using LODA in Low Mass High Drag Experimentals | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 1:00 p.m. CST with Tom Charpentier and Mark Murray

New FAA rules and policies make it much more attractive than ever before to training in ultralight-like aircraft using a LODA. Join CFI and LODA holder Mark Murray along with EAA staffers Timm Bogenhagen and Tom Charpentier. They will discuss how to use an ultralight-like experimental aircraft for compensated flight instruction with a Letter of Deviation Authority (LODA). FAA WINGS credit.

Airport Operations and Ultralights | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CST with Tom Charpentier

Over the years, some ultralight owners wanting to operate at public airports have been greeted with a cold shoulder and told “No, you can't fly here.” However, the FAA says flying ultralights is an aeronautical activity that can be accommodated at publicly funded airports, given some special considerations. Tom Charpentier from the EAA staff and government advocacy department will help guide ultralight pilots and airport operators to mutual understanding and development of procedures so ultralight vehicles can safely integrate into airport operations. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Safety Condition Inspection for Ultralights | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 4:00 p.m. CST with Denny Demeter

Routine inspections and proper maintenance are a key part of operating "safely.” Some say safety is a mindset — join long-time ultralight owner and pilot Denny Demeter as he shares his mindset on things he has learned over the years to inspect and maintain your ultralight. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Weight Shift Trike Basics | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 5:30 p.m. CST with Paul Hamilton

Weight-Shift trikes (WSC) could be described as motorcycles in the sky. Controlled by shifting weight under the wing hang-point, they have a close connection to the early days of ultralights when hang gliders were powered with small engines so they could rise from level ground. Join Paul Hamilton CFI as he explains trike fundamentals. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

2-Stroke Engines: Secrets to Success | EAA Ultralight Days | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 7:00 p.m. CST with Brian and Carol Carpenter

Two-stroke motors have many advantages over four-stroke motors, and work exceptionally well to power ultralight vehicles. However, like most things, proper inspection, maintenance, and operation are required to ensure a long operational life. Join Brian and Carol Carpenter from Rainbow Aviation Services, providers of light-sport repairman training, as they discusses the types of things to keep your engine operating properly. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Chapter Roster Management Tool 101

Tuesday, February 25, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Serena Brouillette

Your chapter roster provides vital information on the health of your chapter. Join Charlie Becker and Serena Brouillette for an overview of EAA’s Chapter Roster Management Tool. Learn why it is so important and how your chapter can implement it.

Stick and Rudder Flying Skills | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Gordon Penner

Stick and rudder skills are the foundation for safe flying. Gordon Penner, a master CFI in aerobatics and gliders, will explain the concepts of controlling an airplane in the stick and rudder fashion that promotes safe flying fundamentals. Gordon will highlight modern techniques and principles outlined by Wolfgang Langewiesche in his famous book, Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Engine Temps Gone Wild? | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Mike Busch

Last month's webinar by Mike Busch, A&P/IA, discussed the importance of using digital engine monitor data in troubleshooting powerplant issues. But there are times when engine monitors lie and provide bogus information, and it's very important to distinguish such anomalous readings from true engine problems. In this webinar, Mike describes an incident involving a Cessna 182 whose sophisticated engine monitor started reporting pretty scary CHTs and EGTs, and how this was identified as an indication error that was easily cured by the aircraft owner himself. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

Safe Operation and Maintenance of the New Rotax 9-Series Engines | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Prof. H Paul Shuch

Over the past decade, Rotax has introduced a new generation of their popular aircraft engines. Increased horsepower and the addition of electronic fuel injection and turbocharging have required pilots and maintenance personnel alike to up their game. This webinar will help you to operate and maintain these new engines safely, while enjoying their improved performance and greater capabilities. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Grow Your Chapter and the Aviation Community – Host a Flying Start Event

Thursday, March 13, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with David Leiting

May 17, 2025 is EAA International Learn to Fly Day, and your chapter is invited to participate by hosting a Flying Start event! Join this live webinar, and we review how to plan the perfect Flying Start event. These events are the perfect way to grow your chapter, as well as the local aviation community. Topics covered will include event planning, event best practices, and what resources EAA provides to simplify the hosting process for chapters.

Flying to and Around Alaska | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 7 p.m. CST with Vic Syracuse

Vic and Carol Syracuse have flown their RV-10 to Alaska five times. In this presentation, Vic will walk through the preparations, routing, and recommendations to help you have a safe and memorable trip to Alaska. For those in the Lower 48, flying to Alaska is one of the most memorable flights you can make, and seeing Alaska from the air takes you places inaccessible by any other means.