Tampa Executive Airport (KVDF), Tampa FL
We are a group of aviation enthusiasts who want to share our passion with you. Whether you are interested in antique or classic aircraft, building an aircraft from a kit or from scratch, ultralight aircraft, drones, flying, or dreaming of aviation you will find a home in EAA Chapter 175.
Come visit us during one of our monthly meetings, drop us an email at eaachapter175@gmail.com, or contact Ryan McKeon for more information 706-224-4266. We look forward to meeting you and sharing our love for aviation and the people who make our sport so great. See YOU soon!
The next event for April 26, 2025 and will be at Ken Maggart hangar at Tampa North Aero Park Airport (X39).
EAA Chapter 175 Event Announcement
Join Us for a Special Gathering on April 26, 2025!
Location: Tampa North Aero Park Airport (X39)
Venue: Ken Maggart Hangar, 4325 Birdsong Blvd
Time: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
EAA Chapter 175 invites you to an exciting and engaging event celebrating aviation history, innovation, and community!
Event Highlights:
✈ Slideshow Presentation: A nostalgic look back at EAA Chapter 175 events since 1963, featuring experimental aircraft built by members and other fascinating aviation moments.
✈ Aircraft Showcase: Ken Maggart will present his collection of experimental and general aviation aircraft.
✈ Chapter Goals Discussion: Learn about our vision for the year, including plans to build a new hangar at KVDF, establish a workshop, construct aircraft, and acquire CNC equipment for our Fusion 360 CAD training program. We will also discuss fundraising and donation opportunities to support these initiatives.
✈ Cookout: Enjoy a delicious cookout provided by the chapter, featuring hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks. Guests are encouraged to bring side dishes such as baked beans, salads, or desserts.
RSVP: Please email EAA Chapter 175 to confirm attendance so we can plan food and seating accordingly. Email: eaachapter175@gmail.com
Fly in or drive in – Guests and families are welcome!
Our mission at EAA Chapter 175 is to inspire and engage aviation enthusiasts of all ages in the thrilling world of aerospace development, design, and testing. Come be a part of this incredible journey!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Anyone interested in aviation, families included, are welcome to join.
EAA Chapter Garage Damage Update
and Getting Land Lease for Future Hangar
April 1, 2025
Mike Newman - EAA Chapter 175 Treasurer and Board Member
Website Update: Status of Chapter Damage Workshop and Future Plans
The chapter board members would like to provide an update regarding the March 15, 2024, damage to the Chapter Garage caused by Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC, and share information about future plans with the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA).
As of April 1, 2025 HCAA has change its mind and not going to replace building 1300 and building was demolish. Chapter is now working on to recover the expense of $7000 that was put into building 1300 and now is looking for temporary or permanent workshop building till new hangar is constructed.
The chapter has submitted a request to the HCAA Real Estate Commercial Department to construct a 2,000-square-foot hangar on the site where Building 2200 once stood and HCAA has prepare draft land lease for this location and has submitted to chapter. Chapter is now working with Hillsbourgh Building Department on the requirements on building of this hangar at this location and will resubmitted a proposal back to HCAA that will work with requirements for the chapter and Hillsborough Building Dept.
To accomplish this goal, we will need to raise funds for the new hangar's construction and related expenses. We encourage our members and the community to support this effort through donations or by participating in upcoming fundraising events. Together, we can achieve this important milestone and build a stronger future for our chapter.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work towards rebuilding and improving our facilities. Stay tuned for updates on our progress and fundraising opportunities!
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Monthly meetings are usually on the fourth Saturday of each month.
Check the event calendar link for any changes on dates for meetings.
Breakfast at 08:00am followed by aviation event at 09:00am and chapter meeting at the end of the event.
Anyone interested in aviation, families included, are welcome to join us at
9334 Vandenberg Airport Rd, Tampa, FL 33610
***** NOTICE ***** THERE IS CONTRACT WORK WITH RUNWAY LIGHTING BEING DONE ON THE TARMAC BEHIND OUR BUILDING, SO IF YOU ARE FLYING IN THEN GO TO THE APRON IN FRONT OF BUILDING 1600 TO PARK AIRCRAFT. SORRY FOR THE INCOVENIENCE. WILL TALK TO HCAA ON THIS SITIUTION. NOTE: WEST AND EAST SIDE OF VANDENBERG AIRPORT ROAD IS NOW OPEN. ALSO WEST SIDE PARKING LOT IS NOW PAVED AND ALSO ACCESS TO HANGARS WITH THIS GATE IS OPEN. ALSO NOW THERE IS NO PARKING LOT UNDER THE ANCIENT TREE. NEED TO PARK ACROSS THE STREET IF NEW WEST PARKING LOT IF FILL UP.
You can download PDF file of FAA Airport Diagram at link below.
AIRPORT DIAGRAM_TAMPA EXECUTIVE_VDF
Aircraft Projects that Members and EAA Chapter 175 are working on.
EAA Chapter 175, Inc. is Now a 501 (C) (3) Non-Profit Organization EIN is 84-4749924.
Here is link to PDF form for sign up sheet and course outline on Autodesk Fusion 360. Once chapter has enough students, then time and date of course will be decided .
INTRODUCTION TO 3D MODELING FOR MANUFACTURING
Click on this line for Online Sign Up Sheet for course.
Please visit our Facebook page for more information: EAA Chapter 175 page
See our Calendar of Events for more information
Chapter 175 Annual Dues are ONLY $36 per year and $48 for family membership ! Please make checks payable to EAA Chapter 175 Inc. in the amount of $36 or $ 48 for family membership. Remember that you need to have paid your EAA national dues too.
