EAA’s local chapters are about people, bringing together individuals interested in learning more about aviation as well as sharing their own knowledge.
Chapter 288 members are involved in a variety of social and educational activities, including Young Eagles rallies, fly-ins, building seminars, and more, to build awareness in the community.
Chapter 288 works to continue the spirit of general aviation in the Daytona Beach area. We host several events throughout the year for our members which feature prominent aviators and aviation technology.
Chapter 288 members also volunteer at aviation related functions throughout the community to teach people about general aviation. Volunteering at local airshows and hosting Young Eagles events are some of the ways that EAA 288 members participate in the community.
Chapter 288's members are also very involved with the EAA on a national level. The chapter also has a good turnout at the EAA's annual 'AirVenture' in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
EAA 288
Contact: 937-479-0548 | president@eaa288.org
Meetings: Every 3rd Thursday 7:00 PM
Location: Spruce Creek Airport
215 CESSNA BLVD
Port Orange, FL 32128
CHAPTER 288 LEADERSHIP TEAM
- President: Steve Bryk Steve@eaa288.org
- Vice President: Scott Main scottmain2003@aol.com
- VP & Webmaster: Rick Weiss Rick@eaa288.org
- Secretary: Ray Jenkins aspaceflt@gmail.com
- Treasurer: TJ Shembecker tj@eaa288.org
- Young Eagles: Jim Clark Daytona.young.eagles@gmail.com
- Scholarships: Eileen Weingram eweingram@gmail.com
- IMC Program: VACANT
- VMC Program: VACANT
EAA288 BOARD of DIRECTORS
- Keith Phillips
- Rick Weiss
- Dave Gitelman
- Mike Elstien
Programs: Young Eagles, Technical Counselors, Eagle Flights, Ray Aviation Scholarship
Our Mission
Make Aviation Feel Like Home
EAA Chapter 288 brings together people who love to build, fly, restore, learn, and share the joy of general aviation.
Based in the Daytona Beach area, our chapter is one of the largest in the Experimental Aircraft Association, with more than 300 members connected by curiosity, craftsmanship, and community.
What We Do
Learn, Build, Fly Together
Our members create opportunities to grow aviation skills, make lasting connections, and keep the spirit of flight moving forward.
Hands-On Support
Share knowledge, encouragement, and practical help for aircraft projects and restoration work.
Education and Discovery
Connect with educational programs, community events, and flight simulation experiences for all ages.
A Place to Belong
Built Around Community
Whether you are an experienced pilot, a first-time builder, or simply drawn to aviation, Chapter 288 offers a place to participate and contribute.
Community events
Aircraft building support
Aviation education
Flight simulation
Join Us
Find Your Aviation Community
Become part of a chapter where aviation knowledge, friendship, and hands-on experiences take flight.