Workshop Title	Length	Price for EAA Member	Regular Price
Sheet Metal Basics	2 Days	$289	$329

The sheet metal basics workshop is presented by EAA. This course is 2 days in duration and it is designed to help you discover that you really can build or restore your own airplane. Our goal is to present the basics of sheet metal applications and to give you a solid understanding of this method of construction.

The following is a brief outline of the 2-day course.

	Day one starts off with a discussion of the basics of sheet metal construction. The basics of sheet metal identification are discussed including the different designations of aluminum and their applications. Rivet identification is discussed in-depth so you can understand the applications of various rivet types. Then it’s off to the workshop to construct a practice riveting project. Each student will learn how to layout, drill, deburr, dimple, countersink and drive rivets. Each tool will be discussed and demonstrated. Both universal and flush rivets will be used. Regardless of how well a student rivets, each student will drill out and replace a series of rivets.
Instructor Mark Forss (right) reviewing the riveting on a student’s practice piece.
In the afternoon of day one, you and another student will work as a team to construct an airfoil kit. This kit is a small section of a wing, which will develop the skills you need for aircraft sheet metal work. The project simulates all of the aspects of sheet metal construction that you will encounter in building a sheet metal aircraft. The airfoil section will be completed on the second day with the installation of an inspection door. Each project will be reviewed and evaluated by the instructor so that you can identify aircraft quality work. Course size is limited to 16 students per instructor to insure individualized instruction
	Student working on practice project. Note: Students work in teams on the airfoil project to learn both riveting and bucking skills.

This course is recommended for anyone building a sheet metal kit aircraft such as an RV, Murphy, Zenith, Sonex, etc.

The cost of the course includes all materials and an informative workbook for you to keep. You will also receive a diploma to display. At the end of this course you will have the confidence level necessary to begin a sheet metal kit project or to make repairs.

You may also register on the web by clicking on register. The schedule for workshops may be found by clicking on Locations & Dates.

Student Comments from Course Evaluations:

“Thank you for this well thought out and instructed opportunity. I feel much more familiar with riveting and have the confidence to start my project.” Christopher Y. from CA

“”As an aerospace structural engineer since 1985, this course offered me an excellent practical, hands-on experience that will benefit my career.” James B. from CA

“I am amazed by the amount I have learned in two days.” Alan V. from Rhode Island

“Excellent workshop….I KNOW I can built it now.” Rori S. from Massachusetts

A great job, well done – I am a former high school teacher.” Richard M. from Massachusetts

“I took the Intro to Aircraft building last year. Fantastic. Took this class to learn more and DID!!” Henry D. from CO

“Great Course!!!! I will build a plane!!!” Barry B. from CO

“Excellent instructor…provided what I needed to see & know to kick off a project.” John W. from WY

“Great course, great instructor. I feel like my confidence has improved tremendously.” Dan S. from CO

“Loved the workshop!!” Randy R. from CO

“Well done, took so much mystery out of sheet metal work. Gave me the confidence to get started this fall!” Bruce C from CO

“Superb class! Excellent, knowledgeable instructor and Fun, Fun class.” Bruce T. from WA

“I really enjoyed this workshop.” Bobby B. from WA

“Despite much reading and examining websites, the course provides the hands-on experience I didn’t have, and resultantly has greatly improved my personal confidence in starting a project.” Tim B. from WA

“Excellent class….Excellent introduction to aircraft sheet metal construction. Learned a lot!!!!” Bruce T. from CA

“I came to this workshop to determine whether or not I had the skill set to build an RV airplane. After completing the class, I am more excited than ever to get started!” Lawrence A. from CA

“More than satisfied I came to the class. Comfortable classroom and lab. Happy to have met the EAA staff.” Brian J. from CA

“A real confidence builder. Having access to the experience and knowledge of our instructor, and being able to actually get my hands on sheet metal and rivets is a real luxury. The friendly and informed presentations was much appreciated.” Terry C. from Oklahoma

“Great workshop! Now I can order my project and start with confidence.” Tom C. from Florida

“The course gave me a better understanding of what to expect in building a metal airplane and how to proceed.” Jack P. from Georgia

“I had a great time! Everyone was wonderful!” Paul C. from Massachusetts

“I very much enjoyed the class and learned excellent techniques. The instructor was outstanding!” Peter M. from Massachusetts

“Great learning tool and confidence builder. Instructor was very knowledgeable and communicated well with students.” Randy P. from Colorado

“Class was excellent – exposure to tools and equipment was very informative and no doubt will be very useful in my project.” Barry B. from Colorado

“Instructor was excellent-Good knowledge & tips passed on to students. Good sense of humor.” Name withheld

“You helped me gain the basic knowledge and skill confidence to move ahead with my project.” Jim P. from Colorado

“(The instructor was) professional, knowledgeable and attentive to student questions” Jim A. from Hawaii

“This was my first attempt at metal working so the workshop was very informative. I’ve now the confidence to purchase the tools for my project.” Bob T. from Washington

“Great class. Really feel like getting started on the kit” Jeff L. from Washington

“Class was well done & well presented. It will be a big help in building my RV-9A. Thanks!” Bob H. from Washington

“Very good way to spend a weekend. It was excellent!” Pat R. from California



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