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Harrison Ford Flies 2 Millionth Young Eagle

Actor and former Young Eagles chairman Harrison Ford took Jodie Gawthrop, 16, on the 2 millionth Young Eagles flight at Oshkosh this week. EAA/Michael Steineke
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Key Takeaways:

  • Actor Harrison Ford piloted the 2 millionth EAA Young Eagles flight for 16-year-old Jodie Gawthrop, an aspiring aviator.
  • The EAA Young Eagles program reached a significant milestone of 2 million flights, showcasing its success in introducing young people to aviation.
  • Other notable aviation figures, including Jeff Skiles and Sean D. Tucker, also participated in flights surrounding this achievement, reinforcing the program's mission and future growth.
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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.

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