Young Eagles

Founded in 1992, the Young Eagles program is dedicated to giving youth ages 8–17, an opportunity to go flying in a general aviation airplane. These flights are offered free of charge and are made possible through the generosity of EAA member volunteers.

It’s the only program of its kind, with the sole mission to introduce and inspire kids in the world of aviation.

Today, the Young Eagles program has flown over 2 million kids. 

For more information from EAA headquarters about the Young Eagles program, visit www.youngeagles.org

To schedule your Young Eagles flight, visit https://youngeaglesday.org

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If you are a pilot and are looking to become a Chapter 1 Young Eagles pilot, kindly fill out the form below.

Pilot Interest Form

Potential attendees, please DO NOT fill out this form. Your child will NOT be registered if proper directions are not followed. You must register at https://youngeaglesday.org

Pilot requirements

Chapter 1 specific requirements

• Must be a Chapter 1 member
• 80 hours of logged PIC time (verified by logbook)

EAA National’s requirements

• Appropriate Airmen’s Certificate (Sport Pilot or greater)
• Current Medical Certificate (if applicable)
• Current EAA National Membership (local chapter membership)
• 90-day currency in aircraft used (3 takeoffs and landings)
• Current Flight Review
• Aircraft Passenger Liability Insurance for aircraft used (owned, rental or borrowed) with a minimum of $100,000 per seat liability insurance. If a rented plane is being used, it is essential that the volunteer pilot maintain a renter’s (or non-owned) insurance policy.
• The Young Eagles registration form must be completed before the flight and remain on the ground during the flight.
• The aircraft used for the flight must be in airworthy condition.
• Pilot must meet the current Federal Air Rules (FARs) for the pilot certificate held.
• Complete both the online training and basic background check as a part of EAA Youth Protection Policy
• If a minor, Character Reference for Minors form on file
  • If the pilot is a minor, they must perform both the EAA Youth Protection Training AND have a Character Reference for Minors on file with the Chapter and EAA National.