Bringing People Together Through Aviation
Hands-on aviation, community, and youth engagement in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
Who we are
We’re a volunteer-run aviation group that brings people together to learn, build, and fly. From youth programs to monthly gatherings, we make aviation accessible to anyone with curiosity.
Explore what we offer
Monthly Gatherings
We gather monthly to share a meal, hear from guest speakers, and connect over aviation. All are welcome, experience optional.
Youth Programs
Connecting young people to aviation through hands-on learning and mentorship, creating meaningful experiences that build skills, confidence, and curiosity.
Community Aviation Events
Connecting the community to aviation through events and experiences that open doors to flight, learning, and discovery for all ages.
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Business Meeting
March 19th
Meeting 7:00 PM
Our volunteer board meets monthly to plan, support, and guide the chapter’s work. All are welcome to attend.
Monthly Gathering
April 9th
Food 6:00 PM ~ Speaker 7:00 PM
Wings, Wonders, and Wisconsin: Your Passport to the Extraordinary
You’ve got the plane and the passport—now discover the stories that make each stop unforgettable. Join EAA Chapter 509 for a journey across Wisconsin with the authors of Secret Wisconsin: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure and Historic Wisconsin Roadsides: Towns Off the Beaten Path in the Badger State. Learn how to turn a simple airport passport stamp into a richer travel experience—one filled with quirky finds, local history, and unforgettable roadside discoveries.
Freelance travel writers Tom Manus and Kristi Flick Manus are members of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA), and the Midwest Travel Network. A Madison-area native, Kristi pairs local insight with Tom’s adopted love of the state.
Together, they specialize in uncovering the stories found along backroads, small towns, and overlooked destinations. Whether exploring internationally or traveling closer to home, their passion lies in connecting people to places through pop culture, history, and curiosity. Having visited 48 states (with only Hawaii and the elusive Rhode Island left on their list), they bring a lifetime of exploration—and storytelling—to every presentation.
Business Meeting
April 16th
Meeting 7:00 PM
Our volunteer board meets monthly to plan, support, and guide the chapter’s work. All are welcome to attend.
Get Involved
If you’ve ever been curious about aviation, you’re in the right place. Our chapter welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds who want to learn, connect, and be part of something hands-on and meaningful.
Join EAA Chapter 509
Connect with fellow aviation enthusiasts, attend chapter gatherings, and help inspire the next generation of pilots and builders.
Questions? Email us at connect@eaachapter509.com
Where to Find Us
EAA Chapter 509 Clubhouse is located at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport.
3800 Starr Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54703
After turning right from Starr Avenue into the airport property, take the first left. Continue down that road and you will find our clubhouse on the left hand side just before the fence.
