The EAA Chapter 240 Young Eagles program is a unique way of welcoming young people to the exhilaration and freedom of flight. The program is sponsored by the EAA Aviation Foundation, a non-profit organization, dedicated to providing a motivational aviation experience for the younger generation.
The goal of the Young Eagles Program was achieved by flying one million children by the year 2003 – the 100th anniversary of the Wright Brother’s flight at Kitty Hawk and the dawn of aviation’s second century. EAA Chapter 240 played its part in flying many local children. The program has been so successful that it has been extended indefinitely. EAA Chapter 240 continues to participate in this exciting program, offering your child the safe and truly unforgettable experience of flying above the Tri-State area. Each year we fly 100 to 200 kids. Join us!
The Young Eagles 2013 program is for children ages 8 – 17, on the following dates:
- Saturday May 18th (rain date 19th, 1pm)
- Saturday June 15th (rain date 16th, 1pm)
- Saturday July 13th (rain date 14th, 1pm)
- Saturday October 5th (rain date 6th, 1pm)
**and on August 17th at Massey Aerodrome – see below.
Young Eagle Events take place on the same dates as our Famous Pancake Breakfasts. Join us for breakfast too! Details here. Bring the family!
An additional Young Eagles event will take place on August 17th at Massey Aerodrome (33541 Maryland Line Rd. Massey, MD 21650 Phone 410-928-5270).
YE Flights commence at 9am, and the program closes at noon. Rain date flights commence at 1pm. Weather plays a key role in smooth and safe flight experiences for the kids, and pilots. Additional dates will be a scheduled, watch this space for updates.
Before flying the Young Eagles are given a presentation of the airplane, it’s flight controls. how it flies and instructions for the 15 to 20 minute.
Each flight takes place in a registered airplane flown by a licensed, experienced EAA pilot, who volunteer their time, aircraft and skills to provide the opportunity of flight experience to kids.
Only standard maneuvers are performed during the flight and the one-time flights are provided free of charge. After the flight, flight certificates and flight log books are provided to the Young Eagle, as well as guidance on where to get more information to continue the experience of flying.
For more information about the national program visit the EAA National Young Eagles web site for all the details about this exciting national program.
To arrange EAA240 Free Flights for Kids, or any questions about the program or schedule please contact the EAA240 Young Eagles Coordinator by clicking here: YoungEagles@eaa240.org
Letters from Kids who have taken flights with EAA240
Some photo’s of our Young Eagles events:
Summer 2011 – New Garden Flying Field
Young Eagles Event at Massey Airport, MD (supported by EAA240)
