Webinars

Sonex Highwing Update | EAA Homebuilders Week

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 2:30 p.m. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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.

Plastic Model Building and Collecting | Museum Webinar Series

Wednesday, February 11, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT

For decades, plastic model aircraft have been sparking an aviation interest in kids and adults. Join us as we talk about some of the history of building and collecting model aircraft. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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

Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT with John von Linsowe

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 shares his 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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. CDT 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.

Start Your Own Flight School

Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 7 p.m- 8:30 p.m. CDT with Prof. H. Paul Shuch

Some pilots become flight instructors as a way of building hours toward an airline career. Others do so in order to devote their lives to teaching and learning. In this webinar, Prof. H. Paul Shuch details lessons learned and mistakes made along the path of founding a flight school.

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

Thursday, March 13, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT 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 |

Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT 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.

Ernest Gann Collection | EAA Museum Series

Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT with Chris Henry and Amelia Anderson

Ernest Gann was an author of many classic novels that involve aviation. Join us as we discuss the EAA Aviation Museum’s exhibit that honors this great author.

Aircraft Engine Compression Testing | Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit

Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT with Bill Ross

We will debunk many of the myths and misunderstandings surrounding aircraft engine compression testing. Bill Ross from Superior Air Parts will discuss compression testing techniques, borescope inspections, and how to determine cylinder airworthiness. Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit.

The T-6 Texan | EAA Museum Series

Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT with Chris Henry and Amelia Anderson

North American Aviation’s classic trainer helped teach U.S. pilots to fly in combat during World War II, but this airplane has done much more. Join us for a special night as we talk about the mighty Texan!

All About Airspeed | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT with Catherine Cavagnaro

In this webinar, CFI and DPE Catherine Cavagnaro takes a trip around the airspeed dial and discuss how each of the important airspeeds, from stall to VNE, is determined. We'll also present various phases of flight and emergency situations and see how important knowing an optimal speed can help. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.

Night Flight | Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit

Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 7 p.m. CDT with Lary Bothe

Join Larry Bothe, an 8,000-hour small airplane pilot and CFI, as he discusses basic information and best practices for flying at night. Topics include the FAA’s definitions of night, airport and aircraft lights, flashlights, and night vision; hazards to night flight, such as obstacles and ground fog, and risk management during night cross-country flight. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit.