Spring Young Eagle Day - FREE Workshop and Airplane Rides - KIDS Ages 8-17

Name: Spring Young Eagle Day - FREE Workshop and Airplane Rides - KIDS Ages 8-17
Start: 2025-04-12T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-12T14:00:00-05:00
Location: 5105 auburn st, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61101

Schedule

Sat Apr 12 2025 at 09:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

5105 auburn st, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61101 | Rockford, IL

PRE-REGISTER HERE: https://eaachapters.org/event-details/SY624QAE
Join us for an exciting EAA Young Eagles Rally, where kids ages 8-17 can experience the thrill of aviation with a free introductory flight! This event, hosted by your local Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter, is designed to inspire the next generation of pilots by giving them their first taste of flight.
Our Hands on workshop will start at 9:00am. After lunch (donations appreciated!, Young Eagle Flights will begin. (Around 11:30 AM)
🛩️ What to Expect:
✔️ Free Young Eagles flights with experienced pilots
✔️ Hands-on workshop covering basic aerodynamics and flight planning
✔️ Meet and talk with pilots and aviation enthusiasts
✔️ Learn about different types of aircraft and careers in aviation
✔️ Receive an official Young Eagles certificate and access to free online flight training
Whether your child is already interested in aviation or just curious about flying, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn, explore, and take to the skies!
📍 Space is limited – register today to secure a flight!
Meet the Pilot
The pilots who participate in the Young Eagles program are local members of EAA who are volunteering their time and aircraft to make your flight possible. Each Young Eagles pilot is certificated with the Federal Aviation Administration or Transport Canada. Flights are conducted according to federal regulations, and no aerobatic maneuvers will be performed. A pilot's complete youth protection training and vetted via a background check.
What will the pre-flight be like?
The pilot will explain what your child will see and do. This may include explaining how airplanes work, looking at an aeronautical chart (or map), and describing the interior of the airplane, including the instrument panel. Then comes the fun part: time to go flying!
Safety Reminders
Safety is always a top priority when it comes to aviation. Listen and follow instructions given by that pilot, stay away from the propellers, and stay with the pilot or ground crew at all times. Do not enter the ramp area unescorted.
What will the flight be like?
Young Eagles will spend about 15 to 20 minutes in the air and experience the awesome feeling of flight that many people only dream about. Many people remember this experience for the rest of their lives!