YOUNG EAGLES OVERVIEW

What’s this program about?
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to fly? Young Eagles don’t have to imagine what flying is like. You are invited to take to the skies and become a Young Eagle. Each Young Eagle becomes part of a special group of people who have shared in a common experience — the thrill of flying!

What do I have to do to become a Young Eagle?
If you are age 8 through 17, you and your parents or guardian should read through this brochure and complete a release/registration form before your flight. Once the form is ready, take it to your EAA pilot who will prepare you for your demonstration flight. You can ask your volunteer pilot as many questions as you like. In doing so, you’ll learn more about airplanes and the principles of flight. That’s all there is to it. It’s really that simple!

What will my flight be like?
First of all, your pilot will explain what you will do and see.
This may include:
• Telling you about the airplane;
• Looking at an aeronautical chart and identifying points of interest you will look for during the flight;
• Completing a careful “walk around” preflight inspection of the airplane and identifying the parts that control the airplane;
• Helping you buckle your seat belt and describing the interior of the airplane, including the instrument panel. You will see the earth and sky in a new and exciting way. You will experience the wonderful freedom of flight that many people only dream about. Many people remember this experience for the rest of their lives. You will, too!

What happens after the flight?
After your flight, your pilot will mail the completed registration form to EAA, so you can:
• Be registered as a Young Eagle;
• Have your name listed in the world’s largest logbook on display at the EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh, WI, and listed on the Young Eagles website logbook (www.youngeagles.org);
• Begin receiving the monthly Young Eagles electronic newsletter;
• Obtain additional information on other EAA and aviation activities;
• Receive information on scholarship programs administered by EAA.

By the way, EAA will not sell or give your personal information to
anyone else and you can opt out of the newsletter at any time.
Safety reminders

Millions of people fly safely in airplanes every year. However, an airport is not a playground. Listen and follow instructions given by your pilot and follow these simple rules when you are around an airplane:
• Stay away from the propellers;
• Listen carefully for instructions on entering and exiting the airplane;
• Do not touch any part of an airplane without the pilot’s permission;
• Stay with your pilot or ground crew at all times.