Eagle Flights

EAA’s Eagle Flights^® is a free introductory flight experience and informal mentoring program designed to welcome and encourage adults who want to discover flying, but don’t know how or where to take that first step. It begins with a hands-on introduction, where you’ll fly with a local EAA-member pilot who will let you follow along at the controls of the airplane to get a feel for what being a pilot is all about.

After the flight, he or she can help you learn more about how to get involved in your local aviation community, including the next steps you can take on the path to becoming a pilot.

The best part? The whole experience is free. No sales. No pressure. Just a whole lot of fun and education with a big take-home point: Your dream of flying is a lot closer than you think. 

Learn more about the Eagle Flights^® program.

May 16, 2026 - Chapter 1032 held a "Flying Start" day with 7 adults interested in learning to fly attending.  After a pancake breakfast Don Slone gave a presentation on the EAA and opportunities to learn to fly.  The highlight was when several members told why they learned to fly and many questions were asked.  Following that each "Eagle" was taken for a ride in a member's aircraft.  Pics below:

Previous Flying Starts