Amateur-built aircraft fatal accidents have decreased 25% in the past decade, according to officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association.
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Applications now open for 2025 EAA aviation scholarships
The flight training and post-secondary scholarships are available to everyone over the age of 16. The window to apply closes on March 1, 2025.
EAA updates Flight Test Manual
“The EAA Flight Test Manual provides the guidance and data collection process to bring simplicity to a flight test program,” EAA officials said. “It allows pilots to have a full understanding of an aircraft’s performance, characteristics, and limitations. It is also designed to be a handy reference that accompanies the aircraft for future flights.”
More opportunities for Young Eagles through updated Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course
Kids who fly as part of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Young Eagles program will have access to an improved benefit, as long-time partner Sporty’s has made several updates to its Learn to Fly course.
EAA Air Academy revamped
Registration opens Sept. 3, 2024, for the EAA Air Academy, the longest running youth aviation residence camp in the world, which will enter 2025 with an updated focus and more opportunities for young people engaging with the world of flight, according to officials with the Experimental Aircraft Association.
EAA reveals 2024 Sport Aviation Halls of Fame inductees
The Class of 2024 for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s Sport Aviation Halls of Fame will be honored at a ceremony in October.
Congratulations Roger
Roger Dubbert, the demo/test pilot at Zenith Aircraft Company, was named the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Spirit of Flight Award.
Radio Ready: PlaneEnglish and EAA launch sim for students
PlaneEnglish has developed a new unit for EAA AeroEducate within the PlaneEnglish Aviation Radio Simulator (ARSim). This unit offers 10 progressive, AI-assisted levels of training in aviation radio communications, ranging from beginner to solo pilot, according to company officials.
EAA events, activities added to ForeFlight
“Adding EAA’s more than 14,000 annual aviation events makes the ForeFlight database even more comprehensive for the thousands of pilots who rely on it for flight information,” said Ren Scott, EAA’s director of business development. “ForeFlight has always been an excellent source of flight planning and safety, but with EAA’s information it will add more reasons to fly and destinations to discover.”