EAA Chapter 770 Springfield, IL

83 years ago today

Today, we honor the brave Americans who faced unimaginable odds during the attack on Pearl Harbor 83 years ago. On December 7, 1941, in just 90 minutes, the Imperial Japanese Navy devastated our Pacific Fleet. Despite the losses, their courage united our nation and forged the path to victory in World War II. Let us reflect on their sacrifice and ensure their legacy lives on in our Navy's core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment.

The Office of the Chief of Naval Operations Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro

Chapter 770 wishes everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving!!!

🎉Congratulations to Captain Jeff Skiles, former vice-chair of the EAA Young Eagles program, former vice president of EAA Chapters and Youth Organizations, EAA Lifetime member, and first officer of the 2009 “Miracle on the Hudson” flight, aboard U.S. Airways 1549. He retired on November 17, after making one final flight for American Airlines from London to Chicago.

Up next, he tells us he has plans to fly charter for Wisconsin Aviation.

Well done on an outstanding decades-long flying career, Capt. Skiles! 👏 Everyone at EAA is wishing you the best in your retirement and we hope we’ll see you soon at Oshkosh.

Now accepting applicants for Air Academy in Oshkosh, WI the 2025 summer session!

Ages 16-18 may apply

All instruction, materials, meals and lodging in the beautiful EAA Air Academy Lodge, located at Pioneer Airport on the grounds of the EAA AirVenture Museum at Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Participants will share a bunkroom with three other campers and bathroom facilities centrally located on the same floor.

*Attendee's parents are responsible for all airfare fees.

Our chapter recently received this letter from a young man who attended EAA’s Air Academy. This is one of the reasons we put on the Wings & Wheels Fly-in & Car Show. Thank you for sharing your story Brayden!!!

It's International Day of the Air Traffic Controller and we want to thank our guardians of the skies! ✈️ Apply by November 4 to be an FAA controller and help keep our nation's airspace safe. Visit www.faa.gov/be-atc to learn about job requirements and how to apply.

More pictures from the Wings & Wheels Fly-in & Car Show

We are late posting this with all that has happened within the past couple of weeks, but our other Ray Scholar recipient Dominic Porter recently completed his first solo flight just before it was officially night time. Congratulations Dominic!!! (Pictured from left to right with CFI Jamie Rabbins)

Congratulations to chapter member, and current member of the Illinois Air National Guard Christian Barillas on earning his pilot slot!!!

TSgt Cristian Barillas, a member of the 183d Air Mobility Operations Squadron in Springfield, IL, joined the Illinois Air National Guard at 17 with a dream of becoming a pilot. Over a decade later, he's earned multiple awards, completed a bachelor’s and master’s degree, and is now transitioning into his new role as a pilot.

TSgt Barillas says, “Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the rich cultural legacy of our community and showcase the positive impact Hispanics have across all sectors, including the military. I’m proud to serve and lead, setting an example for future generations of Hispanic aviators.”

182nd Airlift Wing
183d Wing