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STEARMAN RESTORERS ASSOCIATION INC

CASA GRANDE, AZ · EIN 521798450 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE N05 · Recreation & Sports · Micro (<$100K) · www.stearman.net
revenue
$54K
expenses
$68K
net assets
$119K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

PUBLISH AND DISTRIBUTE A MAGAXINE

profile · synthesized from sources

The Stearman Restorers Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and safe flying of Stearman aircraft. It educates its members and the public about all models of Stearman biplanes. The association publishes a quarterly magazine and hosts the annual National Stearman Fly-In.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Jack Davis Book
A 153-page collection of articles by Jack Davis on Stearman restoration and maintenance, available free to members in the Document Library.
Maintenance Database
An updated resource for Stearman aircraft maintenance information.
Members Only Website Section
Provides access to forums, a knowledge archive, merchandise, and classified ads for members.
National Stearman Fly-In
An annual event held in Galesburg, IL, bringing together Stearman aircraft owners and enthusiasts for competitions, awards, and community building.
The Stearman Flying Wire
A quarterly magazine published in February, May, August, and November, featuring historical content, restoration tips, and member stories.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Aviation Historical Publication Production 7 activities
    • Production and distribution of a quarterly member magazine
      Publishes a quarterly magazine titled *The Stearman Flying Wire* for members, providing updates, technical content, and community news.
    • Publication of technical resources for Stearman aircraft restoration
      Published a 153-page book compiling articles by Jack Davis on Stearman aircraft restoration and maintenance, and made a digitized PDF of the book available for free to members in the Document Library.
    • Publish a quarterly magazine
      Publishes a quarterly magazine titled "The Stearman Flying Wire" for its members.
    • Publish a quarterly magazine
      Publishes a quarterly magazine titled "The Stearman Flying Wire" for its members.
    • Publish a quarterly magazine
      Publishes a quarterly magazine titled "The Stearman Flying Wire" for its members.
    • Publish and distribute Stearman restoration resources
      Publishes a 153-page book compiling articles on Stearman aircraft restoration and maintenance, and makes a digitized PDF of this book available for free to members in the Document Library.
    • Publish and distribute Stearman restoration resources
      Publishes a 153-page book compiling articles on Stearman aircraft restoration and maintenance, and makes a digitized PDF of this book available for free to members in the Document Library.
  • Board Elections Administration 3 activities
    • Conduct board elections
      Manages the process for board elections, including opening nominations, closing nominations, opening and closing e-voting, and announcing election results for positions such as President, Historian/Technical Advisor, and Treasurer.
    • Conduct board elections
      Conducts annual board elections for positions such as President, Historian/Technical Advisor, and Treasurer, including open nominations, e-voting, and announcement of results.
    • Member governance through elected board leadership
      Conducts regular board elections for key leadership positions including President, Historian/Technical Advisor, and Treasurer, with nominations open from September 5 to October 1, 2025, e-voting from December 1 to 27, 2025, results announced December 30, 2025, and new terms beginning January 1, 2026.
  • Aviation Fly-In & Community Events 3 activities
    • Host National Stearman Fly-Ins
      Hosts annual National Stearman Fly-Ins, such as the 50th National Stearman Fly-In with over 150 Stearman aircraft in attendance, and the 54th and 55th National Stearman Fly-Ins at the Galesburg Municipal Airport.
    • Host National Stearman Fly-Ins
      Hosts annual National Stearman Fly-Ins, such as the 50th National Stearman Fly-In with over 150 Stearman aircraft in attendance, and the 54th and 55th National Stearman Fly-Ins at the Galesburg Municipal Airport.
    • Organization of annual National Stearman Fly-Ins
      Hosts an annual National Stearman Fly-In, with the 54th event held from September 1–6, 2025, at Galesburg Municipal Airport, and the 55th scheduled for September 7–12, 2026; previously hosted the 50th Fly-In with over 150 Stearman aircraft in attendance.
  • Fleet and Equipment Maintenance 3 activities
    • Maintain a Maintenance and Service Operations Database
      Maintains and updates the SRA Maintenance and Service Operations Database.
    • Maintain a Maintenance and Service Operations Database
      Updates and maintains the SRA Maintenance and Service Operations Database.
    • Maintenance of technical database for Stearman aircraft
      Regularly updates the SRA Maintenance and Service Operations Database to support ongoing restoration and operational needs of Stearman aircraft.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$54K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$68K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$119K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$119K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -32.1%
relationships · 22

who they work with

  • AmericInn Lodge & Suites Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • AmericInn by Wyndham Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Americas Best Value Inn-Galesburg Partner — Listed as a nearby hotel for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Baymont Inn & Suites Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Best Western Prairie Inn Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Bob Jesko Partner — Photographer who contributed images to the National Stearman Fly-In photo gallery.
  • Country Inn & Suites Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Econolodge Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Galesburg East Best Holiday Trav-L-Park Partner — Listed as a camping and RV park option for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Galesburg Municipal Airport Partner — Host location for the National Stearman Fly-In.
  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Lake Storey Allison Camp Ground Partner — Listed as a camping and RV park option for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Paul Fries Partner — Photographer who contributed images to the National Stearman Fly-In photo gallery.
  • Paul Stevens Partner — Photographer who contributed images to the National Stearman Fly-In photo gallery.
  • Philip Wolford Partner — Photographer who contributed images to the National Stearman Fly-In photo gallery.
  • Quality Inn Galesburg Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Seacord House Partner — Listed as a bed and breakfast option for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Super 8 Motel – Monmouth Partner — Provides a special rate for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • Ted Bevenour Partner — Photographer who contributed images to the National Stearman Fly-In photo gallery.
  • The Gallery Inn Partner — Listed as a bed and breakfast option for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.
  • The Great House Partner — Listed as a bed and breakfast option for attendees of the Stearman Fly-In.