Young Eagles is one of the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) most visible programs, and from its launch in 1992, the volunteer pilots who dedicate their time and aircraft to this highly successful program have flown 2,202,308 Young Eagles ages 8 to 17 as of March 9, 2020. After this first introductory flight has been completed, these youth are offered a free Learn to Fly Online Course from Sporty’s Pilot Shop as a means to continue their work towards eventually earning a private pilot certificate.
EAA Young Eagles Announces Milestone in Sporty’s Online Course
Key Takeaways:
- The EAA's Young Eagles program provides free introductory flights to youth, after which participants are offered a complimentary Sporty's Learn to Fly online course to pursue further aviation training.
- The free Sporty's online course, a comprehensive and FAA-accepted ground school, recently reached over 75,000 enrollments and has seen a notable increase in usage due to its accessibility during periods of limited classroom instruction.
- This initiative aims to build the next generation of aviators by providing accessible, professional resources, with volunteer pilots supported by a Phillips 66 Aviation fuel rebate program.
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