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

The EAA Chapter 100 Young Eagles "Kids Fly Free".

Go to the Rochester Young Eagles Facebook page for current information

• Parents, you need to preregister your YE(s), print the form, and bring the signed registration form with you to the Young Eagles Rally.
• Pilots:
1. Pilot Briefing is at 7:30 am at the Rochester Airport.
2. Pilots need to sign in.
3. To be a Young Eagle pilot you must adhere to the following:
• Be a current EAA® member and hold an appropriate airman’s certificate (sport pilot or greater).
• Possess a current medical certificate (if applicable).
• Be current to carry passengers in the aircraft you plan to use.
• Have a current flight review.
• Complete the Young Eagles registration form before the flight, including parent or legal guardian signature, and pilot signature.
• Conduct flights in an aircraft that is in airworthy condition.
• Have aircraft passenger liability insurance for the aircraft used (owned, rented, or borrowed) with $100,000 per seat coverage.
• Adhere to all applicable Federal Air Regulations (FARs).
• Complete both the online training and basic background check as a part of EAA’s Youth Protection Policy. For more information visit: EAA.org/YouthProtection.
• Volunteers:
  • EAA Chapter 100 needs lots of volunteers for this event.
  • Bring a spouse or significant other to help.
  • Wear good shoes as there is lots of standing and walking.
  • Be prepared to walk Young Eagles to the airplane the pilot is flying.
  • Enjoy the smiles of the kids that fly.

Contact:

Rich Fugate & Ashleigh Wempe
rochesteryoungeagles@gmail.com