Why We Fly! Caption changes at each visit or refresh   Mail List     Santa Fly In 2009 Our 2cd annual Santa fly-in was a huge success. Thanks to all of the members that made it possible. Also a big thanks to the owners of Augusta Fiberglass for the use of their corporate jet and pilot.  New Hawthorne Aviators, 1811 Airport Rd, Orangeburg, SC 29115 Currently, it's Calendar Projects Links Weather By airport Identifier Who we Are Contact Us Members Only The Young Eagles Program Laughter is the Best Medicine Aviation Laughter   Rose Festival Pictures     One Mile Up Aviation For your pilot accessory needs The Dutchy A residential Fly-in resort in NC In the constant rush of today's world, we all seem to lose contact of our priorities. Read the story of 1000 Marbles and maybe it will help put things back in order!   The Experimental Aircraft Association is an organization that promotes all forms of recreational aviation. It was started in 1953 by a group of individuals in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who were interested in building their own airplanes. Through the decades, the organization expanded its mission to include antique and classic aircraft, warbirds, aerobatic aircraft, ultralights, helicopters and commercially manufactured aircraft. This organization brings people together with an interest in recreational aviation, facilitating social interaction and information sharing between aviation enthusiasts. Many of the services that EAA offers provide valuable support resources for those that wish develop and improve various skills related to aircraft construction and restoration, piloting, aviation safety, and aviation education. EAA is a national organization with local chapters all over the world. Information is shared through various publications, chapter newsletters, websites, air shows, and numerous other programs. . You don't have to be a pilot or aircraft owner to be a member of EAA. You can find different ways to fulfill your aviation interest, whether it's visiting the world's premier aviation event . . . EAA AirVenture Oshkosh or participating in EAA's Young Eagles (which has given one million kids an airplane ride.)   All images on this site are the property of the New Hawthorne Aviators and should not be used without prior permission. All copyrighted images are used with permission of their respective owners Revised: March 17, 2009