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EAA
About EAA
Media Room
About EAA
Who We Are
History
EAA Careers
Community Outreach
Media Room
About EAA
Who We Are
History
EAA Careers
Community Outreach
Media Room
Media Room
Founded on January 26, 1953 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as a local club for those who built and restored their own aircraft, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) quickly grew to become a vibrant and growing aviation community that includes all who enjoy flying for recreation and welcomes all aviation enthusiasts to participate.
Today, EAA is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, as a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation (legal name: Experimental Aircraft Association Inc.) that includes 300,000 members in more than 100 countries.
EAA’s mission is dedicated to growing participation in aviation. We strive to make aviation easier, more accessible, more rewarding, and more fun – igniting and nurturing interest by embracing "The Spirit of Aviation" in all that we do. EAA encourages and supports:
Clear pathways that ignite and nurture interest;
A welcoming and supportive environment;
Opportunities to participate in all aspects of aviation;
Making aviation more accessible;
The camaraderie and community of aviators and enthusiasts.
Media contact:
Dick Knapinski
EAA Director of Communications
920-426-6523
communications@eaa.org
About EAA & Sport Aviation
Learn more about EAA’s role in fostering sport aviation.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Media Room
EAA’s annual fly-in convention held every July, commonly known as The World’s Greatest Aviation Celebration.
Affiliates & Programs
EAA is comprised of several divisions and offers many programs for all types of aviation enthusiasts.
About Experimental / Amateur-Built Aircraft
Get insight and have some basic questions answered regarding experimental/amateur-built aircraft.
Leadership
Meet EAA’s Senior Leadership Team.
Board of Directors
Meet EAA’s Board of Directors.
History
Relive EAA’s rich history from its humble beginnings in a basement.
Chapters
Locate an EAA chapter near you.
Need An Expert?
EAA staff is able to answer your questions or put you in touch with an expert on a variety of topics.
News Releases
All the official news surrounding EAA and its programs.
Request for Proposals
EAA's open proposals for needed services.
Ford Tri-Motor Tour Media Room
Visit aviation's golden age aboard EAA’s 1929 Ford Tri-Motor, known as the world’s first mass-produced airliner.
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