EAA Chapter 534 in Leesburg, Florida, introduced 18 kids to the magic of flight on Jan. 3, 2026.
EAA Chapter 534
A busy day in the hangar
Although it would have been a perfect day for flying, members of a Florida EAA chapter chose to stay ground bound to work on a variety of projects, including restoration of a C150, preparations for a new Sonex build, and much more.
Pizza and planes
What’s the best way to get kids excited about aviation? Combine pizza and planes, like they do at EAA Chapter 534 at Leesburg International Airport (KLEE) in Florida.
A Young Eagle pays it forward
Luke Nunez was a Young Eagle two years ago. Now the private pilot is paying it forward as a pilot for Young Eagles flights.
A Young Eagle pays it forward
Five years ago, Rosie Rivera had her first flight in a general aviation plane as a Young Eagle. On Sept. 16, 2023, she was in the pilot’s seat when Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 held a Young Eagles rally at Leesburg International Airport (KLEE).
1947 Stinson donated to EAA Chapter 534
A vintage 1947 Stinson single engine aircraft was recently donated by James Ellrodt of Tavares, Florida to the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 534 based at the Leesburg International Airport in Leesburg, Florida. Ellrodt had heard about EAA Chapter 534 and their work with young people, by teaching them how to build and repair older aircraft. […]
Putting Humpty Dumpty back together again
Nicknamed “Humpty Dumpty,” a 1964 Cessna 150 is in the midst of being put back together again by the members of EAA Chapter 534 in Leesburg, Florida. Once the work is complete, the donated plane will become the workhorse of the chapter’s new flying club.
Safety first, then fun in the air
A Florida EAA chapter lays out its procedure for Young Eagles rallies, noting officials emphasize safety first, then encourage the kids to have fun.
Ian forces new date for fly-in
Originally planned for Oct. 1, EAA Chapter 534 had to postpone its Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast at Leesburg International Airport (KLEE) in Florida due to the wrath of Hurricane Ian. The fly-in is now scheduled for Oct. 29.