What is Young Eagles?

The EAA Young Eagles program was launched in 1992 to give interested young people, ages 8 - 17, an opportunity to go flying in a general aviation aircraft. These flights are offered free of charge and are made possible through the generosity of EAA member volunteers. Since 1992, more than 2.1 million Young Eagles have taken flight!

EAA Chapter 2 hosts a number of Young Eagles rallies each year. If you are unable to attend a rally, a Young Eagles flight that fits your schedule can be arranged.

Please contact Young Eagles Coordinator Laramie Resler at 260-402-3478 or youngeagles@eaa2.org if you have any questions regarding the Young Eagles program.

Young Eagles Flight Experience

Each Young Eagles flight covers pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight activities.

• Pre-flight: The pilot will explain what will happen during the flight. This might include talking about the aircraft; reviewing an aeronautical chart; completing a preflight inspection of the aircraft and identifying the parts that control the aircraft. The pilot will then help you buckle your seat belt and will describe the interior of the aircraft, including the instrument panel.
• In-flight: Once in the air, you'll see the earth and sky in a new and exciting way. The flight will last between 15 and 20 minutes and you may even get to take the controls!
• Post-flight: Once back on the ground, there will be additional time for you to ask questions about the flight. Ask away! The pilot will be happy to tell you more about flying.

Each Young Eagle will receive a certificate and a logbook signed by the pilot. In addition, the Young Eagle is eligible for a number of other free benefits such as a student membership to EAA, access to Sporty's Learn To Fly online flight training course and more! See the Young Eagles Flightplan for more information.

Young Eagles Rally Schedule

Young Eagles Rally Pictures

Please visit the EAA Chapter 2 Facebook Page for additional photos from our Young Eagles rallies and other Chapter 2 events. No Facebook account required!

Metal Working Project

The EAA Chapter 2 metal working project is a simple and fun activity for Young Eagle age kids that demonstrates how they can make a useful object out of metal – a cookie cutter. This uses many of the same skills used to build an aluminum aircraft. Please click here to download the metal working project document (PDF).

Volunteer Information

Pilot Milestones