What is EAA? 

EAA is the Experimental Aircraft Association It’s membership is comprised mostly of people who build or would like build and fly their own aircraft. The organization was started in the early 50’s and has expanded to more than 1000 Chapters worldwide. EAA members are also involved in aircraft restoration, classics, historical flying machines, ultralights, warbirds, aircraft design, education, aerobatics, fly-ins, social activities and hangar talk.

Here, at Chapter 65, our members have a wealth of experience. A former bush pilot, airline pilot, aerobatics pilot, and flight instructor. A former RCAF fighter pilot, who flew Sabres and Vampires. Two of our members were involved in the design and production of the famed

CF-105 Arrow. Another member has built three planes which he designed himself. Yet another member, along with his son, have built almost a dozen aircraft. The technical support in our chapter is second to none. You'll see all the details throughout the site.

One of our honorary members, Bjarni Tryggvason is a former astronaut who flew on Shuttle flight STS-85. He was Payload Specialist on the 12 day flight in 1997. He’s an engineer who flies aerobatics and is currently involved in flying the reproduction of the Silver Dart during this, the centennial year of flight in Canada. More aboput him on the "Special Events" page. 

To belong to EAA, one does not have to own or build an airplane. All that’s required is a love of aviation. There seems to be an impression that people who fly are well to do with a bankroll that would rival the Canadian Mint. Actually, the reverse is much closer to the truth. Most of our members who build or have built their own aircraft have done so because they could never afford to buy one. Some have dedicated up to 20 years to realize their dream before their project ever got off the ground. It doesn’t take money; it takes dedication, determination and patience.

You can be part of it. If you want more information please visit the EAA parent site here:   www.eaa.org , or come to one of our meetings.