Why Annual Inspections?  |  Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit Wednesday, October 2, at 7 p.m. CDT Presenters: Mike Busch Why does the FAA require owners of small GA airplanes to put them through a complete inspection every 12 months, even if they've only flown 40 hours or less since the last inspection? Does it really make sense to open up the wings, empennage, and tailcone and remove the seats, carpets, and floorboards to inspect for corrosion every 12…

Greetings Formation Pilots JLFC is once again holding its annual convention and formation flying clinic October 3rd thru October 6, 2024 in Terre Haute Indiana (KHUF).  Arrival day is Thursday October 3rd, with groundschool for those that need it starting at 1700. Safety briefings will be conducted each day starting at 0800. This should be a great event and an opportunity to get in some formation flying. There will be several Navions, hopefully a Chipmunk or 2, L-19’s and L-5’s in…

F-89 Scorpion Tuesday, October 8, at 7 p.m. CDT Presenter: Chris Henry and Amelia Anderson The early 1950s saw an vast array of new jet fighter and intercept aircraft being developed. The Northrop F-89 Scorpion was on the cutting edge. We will talk about the design, operations, and the history that ties it in with EAA. Register Here

Experimental Aircraft Maintenance for the A&P  |  Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit Wednesday, October 9, at 7 p.m. CDT Presenter: Joe Norris This presentation will be a great way for any A&P mechanic to become familiar with the rules associated with maintenance and inspection requirements for experimental aircraft. Join Joe Norris, FAA DAR, A&P/IA, and amateur aircraft builder/owner as he presents a vast array of topics to help A&P mechanics understand how they can work on experimental aircraft.…

Please join fellow NATA members in Tallulah, October 16-19, for a NATA formation clinic hosted by the Southern Heritage Air Foundation (SHAF). October weather is lovely, with temperatures ranging from the 50s to 70s. The Vicksburg-Tallulah Regional Airport (KTVR) is located on the MS/LA border, is warbird friendly with two 5000’ x 100’ runways, and we expect to have a fuel discount. Visit flynata.org/TVR for all the clinic details and to register online. (As a reminder, you must be a NATA Formation…

MOSAIC: Sport Pilot/Light-Sport Aircraft 2.0 Update  |  Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit Wednesday, October 23, at 7 p.m. CDT Presenter: Tom Charpentier The upcoming MOSAIC rule will provide exciting opportunities for many, including new and existing pilots, aircraft owners, and manufacturers. An expansion of sport pilot and light-sport aircraft privileges will make it easier and less expensive to fly. Join EAA Government Advocacy Director Tom Charpentier as he reviews the basics of how the upcoming MOSAIC rule change will impact…

Fly the Easy Way  |  Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit Wednesday, October 30, at 7 p.m. CDT Presenter: Larry Bothe Why are you working so hard to fly your airplane? FAA Master CFI Larry Bothe will share 21 tips and tricks you can do to make your flying easier, safer, cheaper, and a whole lot more enjoyable. Tune in and prepare to learn some new techniques your instructor may not have taught you. Qualifies for FAA WINGS credit. Register Here

Distrust and Verify  |  Qualifies for FAA WINGS and AMT credit Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 7 p.m. CST Presenters: Mike Busch The Russian proverb "Trust but verify" made famous by President Ronald Reagan was later morphed by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo into "Distrust and verify" when he spoke about China. Pompeo's version is just as applicable to aircraft maintenance as it is to arms control. Far too often, A&P mechanics attack an aircraft with tools in an attempt to…