Free Flights for Kids!

What is Young Eagles?

The EAA Chapter 240 Young Eagles program is a unique way to welcome young people to the wonder, exhilaration, and freedom of flight. The program is sponsored by the EAA Aviation Foundation, a non-profit national organization dedicated to providing a motivational aviation experience for the younger generation.

The initial goal of the EAA National Young Eagles Program was achieved by flying one million children by the year 2003 – the 100th anniversary of the Wright Brother’s flight at Kitty Hawk and the dawn of aviation’s second century.  The program has been so successful that it has been extended indefinitely. EAA Chapter 240 continues to participate in this exciting program, offering a truly unforgettable experience of flying above the Tri-State area. Each year, we fly 100+ kids – for free. The Young Eagles program is for youngsters ages 8 – 17 years. 

Flight Schedule

We plan to fly on the dates posted on the events and calendar page. Dates subject to change. Additional Young Eagle flights may be scheduled. Please check back or become a member to get all the updates.

  • April 25th
  • June 27th
  • September 26th 

We make every effort to make these dates and to operate flights according to this schedule. However, there are some circumstances beyond our control:

 

  • Weather Conditions. We want the first flight of any Young Eagle to be a comfortable and safe experience. Weather conditions can sometimes reduce visibility or create unacceptable turbulence and windy situations. As you would expect, our pilots and the Young Eagles Coordinator will gauge the circumstances at the time and make a go/no-go decision.

How Do I Register My Kids for a Flight?

Registration for our Young Eagles rallies takes place at the event starting at 9:00 am.

PLEASE NOTE: There is a registration/waiver form that must be signed by a PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN. This can be done on the day of the event.

If a parent/guardian is not attending, please contact us in advance using the contact us page and select Young Eagles, and we will be happy to mail forms to you. Please note that we cannot accept photocopies of this form, and kids cannot fly without the form being completed. 

How Do The Flights Work?

Young Eagle Flights commence at 9:00 am, and the program closes at noon. Before flying, the Young Eagles are given a presentation of the airplane, its flight controls, how it flies, and instructions for the 15 to 20-minute flight. Each flight takes place in a registered airplane flown by a licensed, experienced EAA General Aviation pilot, who volunteers their time, their aircraft, and their expertise to provide the opportunity of a safe flight experience to kids. Standard maneuvers are performed during the flight, and the one-time flights are provided free of charge. After the flight, flight certificates and flight log books (signed by the pilot) are awarded to the new Young Eagle, as well as guidance on where to get more information to continue the experience of flying, including online flight instruction at no cost.

Need Additional Information?

For more information about the national program, visit the EAA National Young Eagles website for all the details about this exciting national program.

For questions about the program or schedule, please contact the EAA240 Young Eagles Coordinator by clicking on Contact Us page on the main menu and select Young Eagles.

To see photographs of our Young Eagles flights, click here


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