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FAA Tells EAA To Pay Up or Else!

by Dave Weiman The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) to pay $447,000 in “user fees” to cover the expenses associated with air traffic control services at Wittman Regional Airport during EAA AirVenture, July 29 thru … Continue reading

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Christen Eagle II Creator Speaks At EAA Wright Banquet

OSHKOSH, WIS. – Frank Christensen, creator of the popular Christen Eagle II aerobatic biplane, was the guest speaker at EAA’s Wright Brothers Memorial Banquet at the EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh, Wis., December 14, 2012. In 1978, Christensen unveiled the … Continue reading

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Hightower Resigns As EAA President/CEO… Pelton Elected Chairman of The Board

OSHKOSH, WIS. – The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Board of Directors accepted the resignation of President and CEO Rod Hightower, October 22, 2012. Hightower stated that he wanted to spend more time with his school-age children. He and his wife, … Continue reading

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Hightower Resigns As EAA President/CEO… Pelton Elected Chairman of Board

OSHKOSH, WIS. – The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Board of Directors accepted the resignation of President and CEO Rod Hightower, October 22, 2012. Hightower stated that he wanted to spend more time with his school-age children, and he and his … Continue reading

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