NOTE: EAA Chapter 9 is NOT a flight school or flying club. We do not rent aircraft or offer flight instruction services. We are a grass-roots aviation organization with a mission to grow participation in aviation by promoting the “Spirit of Aviation.” Our members are aviation enthusiasts, aircraft builders, aircraft owners, pilots, flight instructors, and student pilots (i.e., pilots in training). Our community can be a helpful resource for learning how to getting started with flight training and for support along the way.
Learn to fly Resources available to EAA 9 Members
1. Young Eagles Program Resources
The Young Eagles program is known for offering a free flight to youth ages 8-17. The Young Eagles flight is just the beginning of exciting aviation experiences available through the program. For Young Eagles that decide to learn to fly, be sure to take advantage of these resources:
- FREE Student Membership
- FREE access to Sporty's Learn to Fly Course ($299 value)
- FREE first flight lesson* ($160 value)
- Reimbursement from EAA when you pass your FAA written exam ($175 value)
- Access to valuable flight training awards, education scholarships, and Air Academy camperships
See EAA Chpater 9’s Young Eagle event schedule or contact YoungEagles@eaa9.org for more information navigating these resources.
*Upon completion of the first three volumes of the Sporty's Learn to Fly Course
2. Flight Training Info Session
EAA Chapter 9 hosts two Flight Training Info Sessions per year. These free events are open to anyone 16 and older. They feature a detailed presentation that introduces the basics of the flight training process, and shows you how to access resources (available from EAA and other organizations) that can help along your journey. Local flight training providers will attend and can answer additional questions. Sign up for our 2025 Flight Training Events or contact VicePresident@eaa9.org.
- Flight Training Info Session [1] - April 21, 2025 7:00-9:00pm at The Ohio State University Airport SIGN UP
- Flight Training Info Session [2] - Sept 8, 2025 7:00-9:00pm at The Ohio State University Airport [signup link coming soon]
3. Flight Training Support Group
EAA Chapter 9 has established a Flight Training Support Group as an informal group for chapter members who are actively training toward a certificate or rating. We aim to help people through the common training roadblocks, and be a sounding board to complement their relationship with a flight school and instructor. This group meets 30 minutes before each Monthly Gathering. Contact VicePresident@eaa9.org for more information.
4. Ray Aviation Scholarship
The EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship program that is funded by the Ray Foundation, managed by EAA, and administered through the EAA Chapters network. EAA Chapter 9 will award a Ray Aviation Scholarship to a Central Ohio teen aged 16-19. See Ray Aviation Scholarship or contact eaa9scholarships@eaa9.org.
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