Young Eagles

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

In 2024, the Young Eagles program at Reid-Hillview Airport in San Jose, CA flew over 1,000 kids!  Get started by following these three steps:

 PREFLIGHT - Register For Your Young Eagles Flight

 FLY - The Day of Your Flight      

POSTFLIGHT – What’s Next?