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“Welcome to EAA729 – A Community of Aviation Enthusiasts! Join us in inspiring, educating, and supporting the love of flight. From pilots to aspiring aviators, we’re here to fuel your passion for aviation. Explore events, educational resources, and hands-on workshops designed to make the sky accessible for all!
Our chapter is part of the worldwide network of EAA chapters. EAA embodies the spirit of aviation through the world’s most engaged community of aviation enthusiasts. EAA’s 170,000 plus members enjoy the fun and camaraderie of sharing their passion for flying, building and restoring recreational aircraft. To find out more about EAA and our programs and services, please visit our home page at EAA.org.
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Whether you fly, build, restore or simply enjoy airplanes and aviation, you are welcome to attend our events and join our chapter. We are a group of aviation enthusiasts, aircraft builders, and pilots who get together with like-minded people to share ideas, exchange information, encourage safety, serve the local aviation community and have a lot of fun doing so. Please come to our next meeting or event as our guest.
The Young Eagles program, part of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), introduces young people ages 8-17 to the world of aviation by offering free introductory flights. Launched in 1992, the program is run by volunteer pilots who are passionate about sharing the joy of flight with the next generation. Each Young Eagles flight is more than just a ride; it’s a hands-on experience where kids can learn about airplanes, the basics of flight, and safety. Since its inception, the program has provided over two million young people with their first aviation experience, inspiring future pilots and aviation enthusiasts across the globe.
EAA Chapter 729 is proud to own a Redbird TD flight simulator, a high-quality, FAA-certified training device perfect for pilots and aspiring aviators. The Redbird TD provides realistic flight experiences, allowing members to practice essential skills, brush up on procedures, and prepare for various flying conditions—all from the safety of the ground. By joining Chapter 729, you gain access to this incredible training tool, offering a cost-effective way to build flight hours and confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or just beginning your aviation journey, the Redbird TD opens up opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Upcoming Events List
- 2025.11.20 Monthly Gathering, Flight Test Tales!
- 2025.12.04 EAA 729 Board of Directors Meeting
- 2026.01.01 EAA 729 Board of Directors Meeting
- 2026.02.05 EAA 729 Board of Directors Meeting
- 2026.03.05 EAA 729 Board of Directors Meeting
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Work continued on skinning the right wing for the Zenith CH650B. On the left wing we started work on installing the fuel tank. First the students had to custom bend the float arm of the fuel level sender to work from a horizontal installation in the fuel tank. At the same time, cork strips are installed to the tank to tightly hold it in position in the wing. Finally, the students used a volt meter to measure resistance (ohms) in the fuel sender to ensure it’s working. Meanwhile….later in the evening during the adult session; updrill, deburr, cleco, and repeat See More
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Join us Thursday Nov 20th for our next chapter gathering. We will have a social time starting at 6pm with pies & coffee and programming starting at 6:30pm. Hear some of the tales of flight testing. Just why would someone fly some of these patterns and paths? It’s just not a lost or crazed aviator….
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Words heard for the first time at KBAK… “Columbus Tower, Sonex Flight of Three, Holding Short 32, VFR to the North”. We now have three chapter member built Sonex aircraft flying, with many more in the “pipeline”. We made a quick flight up to Shelbyville to see another Sonex rebuild project.
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