EAA Chapter 512

Placerville California (KPVF)

Young Eagle Pilots

Please visit the Official EAA site for requirements, to ensure nothing has changed, however listed below are the requirements as of October 2017:  CLICK HERE

You may already meet several of the requirements to fly a Young Eagle just by holding a current pilot certificate. Here are the requirements in full, which are designed to ensure your and your passenger’s safety.  

To fly passengers in the EAA Young Eagles® program, you must:

  • Be an EAA member.
  • Complete the EAA Youth Protection Policy, which includes a short training session and background check.
  • Have a valid 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 biennial flight review.
  • Conduct flights in an aircraft that is in airworthy condition.
  • Have Aircraft Passenger Liability Insurance for the aircraft used (owned, rented, or borrowed).
  • Adhere to all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Complete a Young Eagles registration form before the flight, signed by you and a parent or legal guardian.
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