Who better to fly EAA’s 2 millionth Young Eagle than actor Harrison Ford, chairman of the Young Eagles program from 2004-2009. The lucky passenger was 16-year-old Jodie Gawthrop of Westchester, Illinois, who was awestruck by the experience.
Harrison Ford Flies 2 Millionth Young Eagle
Key Takeaways:
- Actor Harrison Ford piloted the EAA's 2 millionth Young Eagle flight, taking 16-year-old Jodie Gawthrop, who described the experience as "amazing."
- Gawthrop, already an aviation enthusiast through the Civil Air Patrol, plans to pursue a career in the field.
- Other significant flights around the 2 million milestone were conducted by notable figures like "Miracle on the Hudson" copilot Jeff Skiles and current chairman Sean D. Tucker.
- EAA leadership celebrated the achievement, highlighting the program's commitment to youth aviation and expressing confidence in quickly reaching 3 million Young Eagles.
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