Full Year of Sport Aviation Magazines (1972) | Complete Vintage Set for Aviation Collectors

Calling all aviation enthusiasts! Own a full year of flying history with this complete 12-issue run of Sport Aviation magazines from 1972—perfect for collectors, pilots, or anyone who dreams of building a plane in their garage.

What’s Inside This Historic Flight Set

Each issue offers a deep look into experimental aircraft, homebuilt plane projects, EAA news, and hands-on flying tips. These monthly magazines feature authentic articles, diagrams, and vintage photography that capture the spirit of American aviation in the early 1970s.

From water landings to fabric-covered wings, you’ll find a wide variety of aircraft featured—along with handwritten annotations on a few issues that give this collection added character.

Specifications

• Title: Sport Aviation (Full Year, 1972 Editions)
• Publisher: Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)
• Format: Softcover magazines
• Page Count: Approx. 70 pages per issue
• Dimensions: 11 x 9 inches
• Language: English
• Condition: Good vintage condition overall. Writing present on April, May, July, and August issues. Minor edge and spine wear as shown. All issues complete and readable

• Genre: Vintage Aviation / Collectibles / DIY Aircraft

A Closer Look at This Vintage Set

• Includes all 12 issues from January to December 1972
•  Topics covered: Aircraft blueprints, pilot tips, aviation news, EAA events
•  Annotations on select covers—likely from a previous builder/reader
•  Great gift for vintage magazine collectors or pilots

Why This Set Belongs in Your Hangar

This is more than just a magazine bundle—it’s a hands-on time capsule of aviation's golden era. If you’re restoring a plane, writing aviation fiction, or just enjoy the mechanics of flight, these original issues are packed with inspiration. They also display beautifully in workshops, offices, or man caves.

Disclaimer: The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved. As is typical for vintage pieces, they may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.

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