We hold a gathering on the second Monday of each month at the Chapter House at Lake Elmo Airport (21D) to talk aviation and socialize. We provide Young Eagles rides and aviation scholarships. We help people who are building airplanes. We meet on Saturday mornings for coffee and doughnuts. But you don't need to be a pilot to participate in our activities.
Please come to our next gathering as our guest. Let us know you're coming so you can be properly greeted and introduced to the chapter.
JULY GATHERING |
| At our July gathering on Monday July 13, we'll focus on designing a plane's paint scheme. It can be a daunting task, but with careful planning and consideration, you can achieve a look that you will love for years to come. Whether you are an aircraft owner looking to repaint your plane to prevent corrosion or wanting to express your personal style, it is essential to take the time to figure out the design you want. In this process, you may choose to work with a professional designer or create your own layout. Social hour at 6:30 p.m. Meeting starts at 7. Details. |
Lots of volunteers at YE Event
We had one of the largest turnouts of pilots we've seen in quite some time at a Young Eagles event. Eight pilots volunteered their time, planes, and fuel in the second Young Eagles event of the season on Saturday (6/13). Dale Seitzer, Dave Harvey, Don Wishard, Guy Freeman, Bruce Olson, Scott Hanson, Matt Cooper and Paul Evenson participated. Above: Scott Hanson goes over the flight route with pilots Matt Cooper, Bruce Olson, and Dave Harvey prior to the start of June 13's Young Eagles Day. See all of the images from the event. Our next Young Eagles event is scheduled for Saturday July 11, 1026. Find out more in our extensive Young Eagles section.
What a turnout!
One of the most well-attended chapter picnics in recent memories fed more than 60 people on Monday June 8 as members, families, and friends of the chapter celebrated aviation and the EAA at the Chapter House. Original forecasts called for drizzle and low clouds but the sun made a late-afternoon appearance and people spilled out onto the deck in the front, and the backyard. See all the images
Can't decide where to fly to? Use the flyout calendar
EAA chapters and other aviation organizations in our region are staging some terrific events that make great destinations for that short hop. Chapter member William Schanks keeps it all organized with the Chapter 54 flyout calendar. Occasionally, he selects one event as a chapter flyout. Join in or hop aboard a member's flight (maybe donate some $ more fuel). Summer is here and you can take advantage of flying season for great experiences and meeting new people.
