Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 241

Collection

Identifier: RHC-RC-345

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 241 records consists of information pertaining to the Dekalb Illinois based Chapter 241 of the Experimental Aircraft Association. The collection includes flyers, newspaper articles, email correspondence, newsletters as well as financial and insurance records from 1969-2015. This information provides an overview of the events in which the chapter participates.

Dates

created: 1969-2015
Other: Date acquired: 02/16/1999

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access to the collection.

Conditions Governing Use

Property rights in the collection belong to the Regional History Center; literary rights are dedicated to the public.

Biographical or Historical Information

Chapter 241 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is part of the worldwide network of EAA chapters. EAA embodies the spirit of aviation through the world's most engaged community of aviation enthusiasts. EAA's 170,000 plus members enjoy the fun and camaraderie of sharing their passion for flying, building and restoring recreational aircraft. Jack Bennett began his career at Northern Illinois University in 1957 as an Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences and became an Associate Professor in 1962 and a full Professor in 1975. For two summers (1963 and 1964) he was a Visiting Assistant Professor at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Bennett is a licenced pilot, built his own airplane, and is a member of EAA Chapter 241.

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