Learn How to Build Your Airplane
From the Comfort of Your Home or Workshop
Join EAA® SportAir® Workshops online for a new way to learn how to build your aircraft.
- Learn at your own pace
- Unlimited Course Access.
- Accessible on any device, including your smart phone, tablet, and computer.
- Affordable! A typical in-person, two-day workshop would cost over $700 when you add up travel expenses, hotel, and course fees.
- Hands-on materials available! While not included in the course fee, you can order a kit of hands-on project materials and follow the instructor step by step with the actual materials used in the course for a small additional fee.
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Course Description
The Electrical Systems and Avionics course is an 11-plus-hour, 17-section online course. Instructor Dick Koehler is an expert with considerable experience in aircraft electrical systems and avionics and, most importantly, a teacher who can communicate complex ideas.
The curriculum is centered on the installation process. The following subjects are presented: special tools needed, wire size and circuit breakers, antenna mounting, coax cable installation, wiring of radio systems, soldering and crimping components, alternator and electrical system requirements, installation of electrical systems, and communication and navigation antenna systems. You also will learn proper soldering techniques, connector installations, multi-pin connections, and more. In addition, you'll learn about potential problem areas encountered in aircraft electrical system installation and the solutions.
The course is designed to provide the opportunity to practice, and you will complete several hands-on projects designed to reinforce the items discussed in the classroom portion of the course.
A certificate is awarded upon completion.
Electrical systems have long been a problem area for the aircraft builder and restorer. Let EAA® SportAir take the mystery out of aircraft electrical systems.
Your Instructor
Dick Koehler has been an EAA member for more than 30 years and has helped more than 2,000 EAA members get started on installing their aircraft electrical systems. He’s an EAA Technical Counselor and Flight Advisor, and holds an FAA A&P with IA rating. Dick has written numerous articles for EAA Sport Aviation and has presented dozens of Hints for Homebuilders video segments. He previously instructed Avionics at a local Aviation Community college and is a distinguished retired Naval aviator. Dick helps builders develop skills and acquire the confidence to successfully wire their aircraft and install today’s complicated avionics.
"Dick was exceptionally knowlegable and wonderful teacher. Most helpful in theory and hands on. Answered questions on automotive engines electronics – aviation applications with helpful examples and suggestions"
— Kurt S. | Dallas, TX
"This was a GREAT workshop! Dick Koehler is extremely knowledgeable and great in teaching the subject. I was uncertain about the contents of the course. Fortunately, I decided to attend and loved it. The projects are great!"
— James B. | Lakeland, FL