Website updated May 14, 2012

    EAA Chapter 72

EAA Chapter 72 is the Colorado Springs chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), a national organization of people who have a passion for all aspects of aviation. Our membership includes aircraft builders, pilots, and those who just like airplanes. Chapter 72 meets monthly at Meadowlake Airport (KFLY). The airport is located 14nm NE of Colorado Springs on US Highway 24. Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held at the Meadow Lake Airport Association (MLAA) Hangar, 13550 Piper Lane. (Map)

Joining EAA Chapter 72 - To become a member of EAA Chapter 72, you must be a member of the EAA national organization. More detailed membership information may be found on our Join EAA web page.

Latest Chapter Newsletter - May 2012

Next Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Time: Arrive 6:30 PM
Place: MLAA Hangar (map)
Program: Steve Miller - "I'm a PILOT, what do I care about satellites?

Today’s world of electronics and complex information systems are creeping into our beloved cockpits. Having a grasp on how some of these systems work and how they relate to pilots is important to safe air travel. This discussion will focus on GPS, how it works, what we as pilots need to know to keep ourselves out of trouble and how to help keep the system working.

Also included, will be an explanation of ADS-B technology, the new fangled (and expensive) 406 MHz transponders and why they are both important in our aviation futures.

Next Young Eagle Rally & Cookout
Saturday, May 19, 2012

Place: MLAA Hangar (map)
Time: 8:30 AM Young Eagle Flights begin

Ground Support(GS): 7:00 AM setup
Pilot and GS: 8:00 AM briefings

A cookout is always planned in conjunction with the YE Rally. Everyone, please plan to stay for lunch. For non-volunteers, a donation of $5 per meal is appreciated.