EAA Chapter 18- Milwaukee, WI

EAA Chapter 18- Milwaukee, WI If you like airplanes come on out to Timmerman airport (CAP hangar) the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30. This, the lowest number available was Chapter 18.

We have the phrase "It all started here" printed on all our chapter gear. Name tags, newsletter, charter; everything contains that statement. The story starts in the 1950's when a new young group had formed to support each other in their love of aviation. Specifically, these folks were most enthusiastic about building their own airplanes. This little band has now grown into the Experimental Aircra

ft Association ( EAA ). What most people do not know is that until the 1930's most aircraft WERE homebuilt. It was later that Federal regulation succeeded in all but erasing the right to design and build your own aircraft. The EAA organization is still working to insure both the freedom to build and fly one’s own aircraft and to also the safety of the general population. By the early 1960's many groups located across the country had formed their own local Chapter. About this time the original group in Milwaukee determined they should separate the organization management from the original group, By this time there were many Chapters around the globe. The lowest number available had been allocated to another Chapter, which had not survived. Chapter 18 meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month except for October when we have a Dinner meeting. Beginning at 7:30PM in the Air Force's Civil Air patrol, Chapter meetings are quite lively. The chapter has a board of directors which meets on another evening to discuss business, Their activities are reported in the general Chapter meeting and printed the in monthly newsletter. Limiting "operations" chatter prevents the kind of useless discussion and helps to keep "personalities" off the general memberships "radar". In addition to our regular meetings, Chapter 18 gives back to the community through activities like the "Young Eagles" program. Young Eagles was formed to help children gain an interest in aviation. Chapter 18 also holds regular Young Eagle events. Chapter 18 is a "Builders Chapter". This is a rank of honor. This means our membership has more projects in all progress and we are one busy bunch of guys. Our web site gallery contains many current along with a great history of homebuilt aircraft. Please take a look. Most members welcome questions and comments about their projects. If you prefer you may send your question teethe webmaster who will pass it along the best person to provide and answer. If you are ever in the Milwaukee area please feel free to come share in the comradeship and fun at the CAP hanger on Timmerman Field.

From Saturday’s picnic at Burlington. I’m sure others have more photos to add.
05/31/2026

From Saturday’s picnic at Burlington. I’m sure others have more photos to add.

Check out what EAA Chapter 1158 in West Bend is doing this summer. https://www.facebook.com/share/1FRwRAQvyL/?mibextid=...
03/12/2026

Check out what EAA Chapter 1158 in West Bend is doing this summer.

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West Bend EAA AirCamp for ages 13 - 16. Air Camp is a week long aviation immersion experience open to ages 13-16 hosted by volunteers from Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1158, located at the West Bend, WI airport.

Registration open now. Only 16 openings and we normally sell out, so please register soon!

If you have any interest in aviation, Air Camp is for you. The schedule includes a balance of actual flight time, hands-on aircraft building techniques, tours of local aviation facilities and some classroom time.
Cost for the entire week is only $425 and includes lunches.
For more info, see the poster below or check out https://chapters.eaa.org/eaa1158/aircamp.

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A Hero Remembered: Capt. Lance Sijan Memorial soars again after powerful community effort
07/10/2025

A Hero Remembered: Capt. Lance Sijan Memorial soars again after powerful community effort

MILWAUKEE—A Wisconsin hero will be remembered with full military honors on July 10, as the newly restored Captain Lance P. Sijan Memorial Plaza is

The following seminar may be of interest to you:"EAA Vintage Chapter 11 FAA Safety Seminar"Topic: Accidents RevealedOn T...
04/03/2025

The following seminar may be of interest to you:

"EAA Vintage Chapter 11 FAA Safety Seminar"
Topic: Accidents Revealed
On Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 18:00 Central Daylight Time
Location:
EAA Vintage Chapter 11 Hangar at Capitol Airport
21500 Gumina Road
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Select Number:
GL13135976

Description:

The lack of understanding Aircraft Systems is one of many reasons that are part of the causal factors in General Aviation Instructional and Solo Flight Accidents. This seminar is open to all of the AREA Pilots, this presentation will help the pilot recognize these gaps and tie these issues together by giving the pilot the tools to gain a better understanding of aircraft systems, available resources and pointers. Jurg Grossenbacher, Milwaukee FAA, will lead this discussion and answer your questions.

Tying it all together:

1. System Knowledge- POH

2. Hands on by visiting the Maintenance Shop

3. Having your Aircraft Mechanic come to ground school

4. Learning the aircraft Systems before you give Dual Instruction

A. Basic aircraft systems review with the owner

B. Reviewing POH, STCs, Maintenance Records

The lack of understanding Aircraft Systems is one of many reasons that are part of the causal factors in General Aviation Instructional and Solo Flight Accidents. This seminar is open to all of the AREA Pilots, this presentation will help the pilot recognize these gaps and tie these issues togethe...

The following seminar may be of interest to you:"Meet Your Air Traffic Controller"Topic: Meet Your Local Air Traffic Con...
02/24/2025

The following seminar may be of interest to you:

"Meet Your Air Traffic Controller"
Topic: Meet Your Local Air Traffic Controller
On Monday, March 10, 2025 at 18:00 Central Daylight Time
Location:
Spring City Aviation Hangar Upstairs Conference ROOM
9305 W Appleton Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53225
Select Number:
GL13135288

Description:

Why do pilots get in trouble with Air Traffic Control? Your local Air Traffic Control Manager Brian Daly and Jurg Grossenbacher from the FAA will help you avoid these issues and answer your questions to include:

•Complex Environment
•Distractions
•Humans make mistakes
•Lack of Preparation
•Lack of Training/ Proficiency
•Lack of Standard Operating Procedures
We will discuss local as well as National issues that are plaguing pilots and airport users. This seminar is meant as more of a discussion then a lecture.

Why do pilots get in trouble with Air Traffic Control? Your local Air Traffic Control Manager Brian Daly and Jurg Grossenbacher from the FAA will help you avoid these issues and answer your questions to include:

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9393 W. Appleton Avenue
Milwaukee, WI
53225

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