Webinars

Are you prepared and would you know what to do in a medical emergency while airborne? Join Ken Solosky, an ATP and CFI for airplanes and helicopters, as he discusses how to respond to life-threatening medical emergencies before EMS arrives, and what first aid equipment should be carried on board your aircraft. For more than 35 years Ken has been an emergency medical technician, and has also been chief pilot for the New York and Newark police departments.

Tom Charpentier from the EAA Government Advocacy staff discusses the new option for task-based phase I flight testing. Task-based phase I is an alternative to the standard 25 or 40 hour flight testing requirement for amateur-built aircraft. Tom will discuss the newly published Advisory Circular 90-89C guidance, enabling task-based phase I flight testing.

When an aircraft owner puts his aircraft in the shop and asks his mechanic to fix a specific problem, should the owner have to pay for work done or parts installed that don’t resolve the issue? That's the question the owner of a vintage Piper PA-12 Super Cruiser posed to maintenance expert Mike Busch. The question triggered a fascinating exchange between Mike and the owner about the ethics of misdiagnosis, and that's the subject of this webinar. Mike discusses what owners can do to avoid being victimized by this all-too-common situation.

Steve Wittman was the winningest air race pilot of all time and designer of numerous iconic aircraft designs. He called Oshkosh his home, and is one of the reasons why EAA does as well. Join us as we talk about all things air racing and Steve Wittman.

Why don’t we talk about first principles in aviation? What are those principles? And what impact could knowing them have on aviation safety and education? Tune in as Rich Stowell proposes nine principles for light airplane flying and drills down into two of them in a way that will broaden your understanding of maneuvering flight.

Join David Leiting, EAA’s Eagles Program Manager, as he reviews Young Eagles rally planning best practices, how to utilize Young Eagles Online Registration, and how to integrate the new digital signature app. This webinar will help prepare volunteers for International Young Eagles Day on June 10, 2023.

Learn how the new visual approach and VNAV features in panel mount navigators and iPad applications can be helpful sometimes, but also have many hidden dangers that can lead to pilot deviations and even cause mid-air collisions. This is a must-attend webinar to learn how and when to safely use these new features but, even more importantly, when they should never be used and the dangers they can cause if used improperly. Join Gary, "GPS" Guy in the Pink Shirt, Reeves, a lead rep for the FAA Safety Team and the 2019 FAA National CFI of the Year, as he shares two decades and more than 8,300 hours of teaching real-life IFR using Avidyne, ForeFlight, and Garmin.

Get the most accurate, up-to-date, and uncomplicated information on flying your own airplane to the Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. Learn which free international services are at your fingertips without paying for trip support, and what legal requirements you must follow.

Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. In this webinar, Mike Busch tells the story of a Beech Debonair that was undergoing an annual inspection. The inexperienced owner was told by the shop manager that the airplane's engine required a costly major overhaul. The owner was shocked and questioned whether that was really necessary. One thing led to another, and the shop manager ordered the airplane to be thrown out of his shop in pieces. Worse, there were no other shops or mechanics on the field. The rest of this unusual story involved twists, turns, sabotage, and a kind FAA inspector from the local FSDO who was actually "here to help."

During the years between WWI and WWII, the U.S. saw great developments in military aircraft. The P-6 Hawk is an airplane that became one of the frontline pursuit aircraft of the time. We will discuss the type and the wonderful airframe in our collection.

Pilot Reports are just one more way for aviators to share critical safety information with each other. In this WINGS award webinar by Prof. H. Paul Shuch, we will review the format of PIREPs, including what they cover, when to file them, where to check them, and how to interpret their sometimes cryptic language. We’re all in this together!

So, you’re ready to jump in and begin your flight training, but where do you start? Join EAA staff members as they cover all you need to know to jump-start your flight training journey.

Flight simulators have exploded in popularity recently. With new software options, impressive flight controls, and EFB app integration, it has never been easier to use a home flight simulator for real training (in addition to fun). In this fast-paced webinar, Chris McGonegle, a commercial pilot and Sporty's flight simulator expert, will discuss how to use simulators effectively and how to avoid making mistakes that will degrade your flying skills.

It's something all pilots have to do during training for a private pilot certificate — pass the FAA Knowledge Test. While this test has gotten a bad rap over the years from some, the reality is it's a non-event when you approach it with the proper mindset and use the right study tools. In this webinar, we'll show how to use tried-and-true study methods using Sporty's Learn to Fly Course to make the process an engaging and meaningful learning experience, and not just another exercise in rote memorization.

Learn what it really takes to learn to fly. Is it difficult? Do I have to deal with higher math? How much testing must I undergo? What is the real total cost of learning to fly? Are there “hidden costs”? How can I save money along the way? All this and more in this comprehensive look at flight training.

Being a professional pilot is often considered a dream job. If that sounds good, you most likely have bunches of questions! How do you start? What are the requirements? What are the training options? How much time and cost will be needed? This webinar can help you prepare for your next steps. And learn how EAA’s new AeroEducate.org website can help you on your path.

Falling out of currency is a common risk for general aviation pilots. Fortunately, getting that currency back is often easier than you might think. This webinar explores the FAA requirements for currency and explains how most pilots can get current and back in the left seat no matter how long it has been since they flew last. From medical requirements to flight training options, and even a few hints on how to contain costs, the webinar is the perfect place to begin planning your next flight review, whether you're current now or haven't been in the left seat in decades.

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. Topics covered include types of vehicles, regulations, costs, training, comparison to sport pilot and light sport aircraft.

Get your paperwork right so the examiner is happy. Do your homework. Bring everything you need. Learn the common errors in the oral quizzing portion, and how to avoid them. You have more control over your practical test than you think. Take advantage of these things, and pass the first time.

EAA’s Flying Start program will get you out to the local airport, where you will learn all about your local aviation community and how your EAA chapter can support your interest in learning to fly. EAA staffer David Leiting will help you prepare for this event so you get the most out of this experience.

Do the flight portion of your checkride like a pro. Perform maneuvers in ways that always work. Learn to correct maneuvers that aren’t working out. What will the DPE accept, and what is just flat bad? All this and more, in this detailed flight portion guidance. Includes a quick (5-minute) review of the paperwork & oral quizzing presentation. Fly well, and pass the first time.

Join EAA Government Relations Director Tom Charpentier as he covers all things aeromedical-related and addresses all your burning FAA medical questions.

In this session we’ll discuss the structure of a checkride (practical test), and share examiner, instructor, and student perspectives on the process. We will talk thru some strategies to help you, or your student prepare for and conquer any FAA Practical Test. The session will include interactive Q&A following the presentation.

Flying into the ultralight/homebuilt rotorcraft grass runway at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2023 requires compliance with the FAA-issued NOTAM. Mark Spang will discuss the NOTAM arrival and departure procedures specific to the Fun Fly Zone grass runway on the south end of the airport used by ultralights/lightplanes and homebuilt rotorcraft.