Flight Schools: The Chippewa Valley has two premier flight schools: Gibson Aviation and Link Aviation.
Discovery Flights: A discovery flight is an introductory flight lesson designed to give potential pilots a firsthand experience of flying an airplane. During the experience, a certified flight instructor guides you through pre-flight procedures, takeoff, and basic maneuvers, often allowing you to take the controls at cruising altitude. It's a realistic preview of pilot training, where you can see if you have a passion for flying!
Click the photos below to be redirected to their websites for more information on learning how to fly and discovery flights!
Young Eagles: This 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. Please contact EAA Chapter 509 in the Chippewa Valley Region to schedule your Young Eagle Flight today: Young Eagle Website Local, Young Eagle Website National
Aviation Clubs: The Chippewa Valley has an array of aviation groups and clubs:
- Boyceville (3T3)
- Meets: unknown
- Location: 735 Airport Camp Park Rd, Boyceville, WI 54725
- Website: Highroadaviation.com
- Contact: joel.timblin@flyer411.com
- Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (KEAU)
- EAA Chapter 509
- Meets: 2nd Thursday of every month; 6pm social hour, 7pm Gathering
- Location: Chapter Clubhouse - Chippewa Valley Regl A/P 3800 Starr Ave., Eau Claire, WI, United States, Wisconsin
- Website: EAA Chapter 509 Facebook Page, Website
- Contact: chaptereaa509@gmail.com
- Menomonie (KLUM)
- Rosenbaum Airfield (3WI9)
- Meets: 1st Wednesday of every month; 6pm social hour, 7pm Meeting
- Location: 14523 105th Ave, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
- Website: Rosenbaum Field Members Facebook Page
- Contact: rosenbaum0940@gmail.com
- Strum (3WN9) Brion Field
- Meets: Every Saturday
- Location: W28964 Prairie Road W, Strum, WI 54770
- Website: Strum Website
- Contact: mikejudyberg@gmail.com
