Young Eagles

Free Intro Flights for Kids Ages 8–17

EAA Chapter 288 is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of pilots through the national EAA Young Eagles Program. Since 1992, EAA chapters have given more than 2.3 million youth a free introductory flight in a general aviation airplane, sparking a lifelong passion for aviation and flight.

• Who Can Fly: Youth between the ages of 8 and 17 (parent or legal guardian must be present to sign permission forms).

• Who Flies Them: All flights are conducted by volunteer EAA pilots who donate their aircraft, time, and fuel to share the joy of flying.
  
  
• What to Expect: A pre-flight briefing covering aircraft walkaround and safety, a 15–20 minute introductory flight view from the pilot's seat, and an official Young Eagles logbook with a special access code to online aviation ground school resources.

View an actual EAA288 Young Eagle event on You Tube. This video was produced by Volusia County Schools for their private organization Young Eagles Rally https://youtu.be/MpW8UCMPTuQ

Contact & Getting Involved

• Chapter Young Eagles Coordinator: Jim Clark [Daytona.young.eagles@gmail.com]
  
  
• Upcoming Rallies: Check our [Calendar of Events] for our next scheduled Young Eagles flight rally date at our Spruce Creek location.
  
  
• Pilot & Volunteer Registration: If you are an EAA pilot interested in flying or a chapter member looking to help out at our next event, please reach out to Jim Clark!

EAA Young Eagles Program 

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 track flight history, explore aviation badges, or learn more about the national initiative, visit the official [EAA Young Eagles Program]