Join us on January 27-31, 2025, during the fourth-annual EAA Homebuilders Week online event. Experts from every corner of the homebuilt aircraft community will bring their knowledge and information to builders everywhere through free and interactive webinars.
Homebuilders Week is a tremendous learning opportunity that celebrates the legacy of EAA founder Paul Poberezny. As he often said, using hand and mind to create aircraft that allow us to enjoy the personal freedom of flight!
July 31, 2024 | 250 Views
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.
January 29, 2024 | 225 Views
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.
January 29, 2024 | 204 Views
This presentation will look at the pros and cons of scratch building from plans in the era of quick build kits. Marty Feehan will present this through the lens of his scratch-built Wag Aero 2+2 and yes, it's 90% done and 90% to go!
January 29, 2024 | 177 Views
Zenith Aircraft offers 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 will discuss their designs and engine options to help you decide if this is the kit to build.
January 29, 2024 | 188 Views
This presentation will cover the history, tools, and techniques for applying ordinary latex paint, and will show you how to achieve a durable, high-quality finish that you can be proud of.
January 26, 2024 | 108 Views
Join EAA staff member and Pietenpol builder, John Egan who will share information on wood selection, construction techniques, and other important selected topics.
January 26, 2024 | 192 Views
Steve Boser from Sensenich Propeller will discuss how to choose the right propeller for your experimental aircraft. He will explain the black art of propeller design and how to make good choices for your homebuilt.
January 26, 2024 | 134 Views
Get an overview of all Sonex and AeroConversions products! Sonex offers basic, economical, easy-to-build aircraft. Single and two-place aircraft are available. Two models, the Sonex and Sonerai, are available as plansbuilt aircraft.
January 26, 2024 | 136 Views
George Happ from MATCO Aircraft Landing Systems will guide you through proper selection of your wheels and brakes for your experimental. In addition there will be discussion of maintenance and inspection procedures for Matco wheel and brake systems.
January 26, 2024 | 219 Views
Brad Brensing, Garmin Experimental/LSA Sales Manager, will discuss screen selection, panel and remote mount avionics options, interface capabilities, and additional resources to help you in your homebuilt project planning journey!
January 25, 2024 | 179 Views
When comparing the accident rate of homebuilt aircraft with that of production aircraft, inaccuracies arise. Ron Wanttaja will compare homebuilt accident statistics with those of the Cessna 172, and explain how these issues affect the results.
January 25, 2024 | 183 Views
Dave Prizio, author of the book Lycoming Engine Installation, will cover the things to consider when installing a Lycoming engine on your homebuilt. Dave is an experienced aircraft builder A&P mechanic and former FAA DAR.
January 25, 2024 | 174 Views
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.
January 25, 2024 | 164 Views
Every homebuilder faces the question of how to break in their engine. In this presentation, Mike Busch of Savvy Maintenance, an A&P mechanic with inspection authorization, goes back to first principles to take the mystery out of how to do it right.
January 25, 2024 | 146 Views
Rob Hickman from Advanced Flight Systems will discuss additional ways you can reduce your instrument panel installation time with an ADVANCEDPANEL.
January 25, 2024 | 211 Views
Vic Syracuse will share with you the things you need to know before buying a finished and flying RV. Vic is a nationally recognized expert in pre-buy examinations, condition inspections, and DAR services for amateur-built aircraft.
January 24, 2024 | 248 Views
Not everyone can afford $20,000 airplane kits, $40,000 engines, and a panel full of fancy electronics. Ron Wanttaja discusses ways to get into the air for less.
January 24, 2024 | 185 Views
Join FAA Designated Airworthiness Representative Joe Norris as he explains what a builder needs to do to successfully navigate the FAA’s required processes.
January 24, 2024 | 221 Views
Craig Barnett, CEO of Scheme Designers, will cover the elements and concepts of a great paint scheme, and its impact on cost and ease of application. Ken Reese, owner of KD Aviation, will discuss tips to prepare your aircraft for paint.
January 24, 2024 | 169 Views
After hundreds of hours working on your airframe, it's time to decide how to equip your panel. In this webinar, we'll cover considerations such as matching your avionics to your flying and budget, choices, and configurations from Dynon Avionics.
January 24, 2024 | 65 Views
EAA Government Relations Director Tom Charpentier breaks down the rules and regulations of homebuilts, discusses transition training, and offers resources for prospective buyers.
January 23, 2024 | 143 Views
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.
January 23, 2024 | 369 Views
In this presentation Kerry Fores, Kitplanes magazine contributing editor and award winning aircraft builder, will go over the basics of properly installing AN hardware.
January 23, 2024 | 324 Views
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.
January 23, 2024 | 84 Views
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.
January 23, 2024 | 260 Views
Jim Scott will teach you how to work with sheet metal in this session. Jim is the instructor for the EAA SportAir Workshops sheet metal course. He is a pilot and aircraft owner and has been an EAA member for more than 36 years.
January 23, 2024 | 251 Views
Phil Lockwood of Lockwood Aviation Supply, will provide installation and operational tips on the Rotax 912, 915 and 916 engines.
January 23, 2024 | 247 Views
This presentation is for builders who want to know how to plan their aircraft instrument panel. Stein Bruch, will cover how to start thinking about and planning for the panel.
January 23, 2024 | 226 Views
Charlie Becker & Tracy Buttles of EAA, will cover the advantages of both methods and some tips on getting started welding.
January 22, 2024 | 229 Views
Join EAA Homebuilt Community Manager Charlie Becker to learn the things every builder should know about building your own aircraft.