Experimental Aircraft

Editor's Note: The EAA and the AOPA are the two most important "voices" aviators have in Washington. They represent all general aviation interests. If nothing else, support the EAA and/or the AOPA to so we can continue having a strong supportive voice lobbying FOR general aviation interests. We definitely need a very strong voice countering the prolific attacks General Aviation has had by special interests and by many knee jerk governmental agencies. It is simple, "they" want to close or curtail, and/or indeed take away many of our rights as aviators and aircraft owners across our country.

As anyone who is even remotely connected to aviation knows, and particularly since 9-11, if it weren't for organizations like AOPA, the EAA, and the Seaplane Pilots Association... general aviation pilots would have lost a lot more (than we already have) if it weren't for legislative "pressure" exerted on our behalf by the legislative staff of our organizations.

As you can guess, exerting "pressure" takes money, and if you are the least bit concerned about continuing "encroachments" on our freedoms to fly our airplanes in our country... join this organization. Click on http://www.eaa.org/joineaa/what.html to see what else the EAA can do for you. You'll be glad you did.

EAA
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is THE organization to belong to if you have any interest in any kind of flying machine on the planet...yesterday...today...and well into the future. The beyond description EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Fly In held annually at the EAA world headquarters in Oshkosh, Wisconsin is worth every nickel. If you belong to any aviation organization, particularly with interests in Experimental and Homebuilt aircraft...then this is your organization.

Taken from the EAA website..."What is the EAA"... EAA, the Experimental Aircraft Association, is a growing and diverse organization of members with a wide range of aviation interests and backgrounds. EAA was founded in 1953 by a group of individuals in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who were interested in building their own airplanes. Through the decades, the organization expanded its mission to include antiques, classics, warbirds, aerobatic aircraft, ultralights, helicopters and contemporary manufactured aircraft. More importantly, the organization focused on people, offering the opportunity to make new aviation friends and form relationships while encouraging the sharing of information, stories and enthusiasm. The focus of EAA is communication, through our publications, Chapter network, websites, AirVenture and numerous other programs. There is literally something for everyone. You don't have to be a pilot or aircraft owner to be a member of EAA. You can find different ways to fulfill your aviation interest, whether it's participating in EAA's Young Eagles (with a goal of giving one million kids an airplane ride) or visiting the world's premier aviation event . . . EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. For the long-time aviation enthusiast and pilot, EAA has programs and activities that allow you to meet others with the same interests. If you have dreamed of flying, but didn't realize you could participate, I invite you to join EAA. Learn more about what we have to offer. More importantly, meet others just like you. Today, aviation is competing with other recreational activities. Therefore, we want you to feel welcome. We must share the opportunities available and invite you to the multitude of EAA events that showcase aviation at its best. Whether you are interested in building, buying or owning an airplane; seeing the world's greatest air show performers; meeting aviation personalities; or just enjoy being around airplanes . . . EAA is the place for you.

Official Guide to Experimental Aircraft
This website will "introduce" you to the wonderful world of "Experimental" Aircraft. There is a huge amount of information available in the Official Guide to Experimental Aircraft, catering to every taste in the world of flight. A great website to start or end your search for flying machines of every description.

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