What if the child does not meet the age criteria?
The program guidelines state that children should be between the ages of eight and 17. We understand that there are some times extenuating circumstances when younger children may benefit from the Young Eagles experience; however, with a sanctioned event, we must follow the rules set by the EAA organizaiton.
Is the Young Eagles Program only for a young person's FIRST ride?
No. The intent of the Young Eagles demonstration ride is to motivate young people and provide a memorable flying experience. In many cases, however, it is the child’s first flight experience
What if my child will not fly alone?
Children that will not fly alone may fly with a friend or sibling.
May I fly with my child?
To ensure that every child gets a chance to fly, we must follow the Young Eagles guidelines to keep flights limited to children that meet the age criteria.
Can kids fly more than once?
Flights are limited to one per child to ensure that everyone gets a chance to fly.
Can the kids actually fly the aircraft?
Depending upon the aircraft, the pilot's discretion, the flight conditions, and the young person's abilities and interest, Young Eagles may be able to handle the controls for a portion of the flight. If this is possible on a particular flight, it is always done only after a safe altitude and flight condition is reached, and under the pilot's close supervision and instruction. Many pilots enjoy letting kids try their hand at flying when it is safe to do so (it's not as hard as many people think, and kids usually pick it up faster than adults!) Sometimes though, it's simply not possible, for a variety of reasons. Whether or not the kids are able to handle the controls, there are plenty of things to see, hear, feel, and learn!
How safe are Young Eagles flights?
The YE program has an excellent safety record. Young Eagles flights never involve aerobatics or flights during bad weather. Young Eagles pilots are FAA certified and operate under strict safety guidelines for Young Eagles flight in addition to following all Federal Aviation Regulations. The goal is to ensure that all YE flights are conducted in the lowest-risk manner possible. General Aviation itself has a very good safety record to begin with, and the additional YE flight guidelines are intended to further avoid any situation that may be unsafe while young people are on board. Unfortunately, we have not yet figured out how to fix the most common side effects of a Young Eagles flight... sore facial muscles caused by excess smiling, giddy laughter, and eyes that are opened extra-wide!
I have a disability. Can I still become a Young Eagle?
Almost any kid between the ages of 8 and 17 can take a Young Eagles flight. By "almost", usually the only restrictions are in getting into the aircraft. Many kids with physical and mental disabilities have taken Young Eagles flights, even when that means making arrangements to accommodate special needs. As a rule, the aviation community is filled with folks who know that they greatest limitations people face are generally the ones that they put upon themselves, far more than any physical limitations we have. When there is a special situation that makes it harder for a young person to take the flight, it's usually just a matter of figuring out how to get situated in the aircraft. Kids with almost every imaginable disability, from blindness to quadriplegia to genetic deformities, have been able to take flights and become Young Eagles. And you better believe that some of them went on to become pilots themselves!
What happens to the registration form?
After the flight is completed, the pilot will issue your child the official EAA Young Eagles certificate. The pilot then returns the registration form to the EAA Young Eagles office where the flight will be officially registered in the World's Largest Logbook. You and your child will be able to see the flight information on the Internet at the Young Eagles website (www.YoungEagles.org). At the same time, we understand that privacy is important. Only basic information is displayed on the web and your address and phone number will never become part of the public database. We will send your child follow up information from EAA about our other youth aviation programs and scholarships. Space is provided on the registration form for an E-Mail address. The E-mail address will be used to add your child to the monthly Young Eagles electronic newsletter, which is intended to provide opportunities for your child to further explore aviation and flight with the many excellent educational resources available through EAA. You may opt out of the newsletter subscription at any time and there is no charge for the newsletter. Your child's name and E-mail address will never be sold or used for commercial purposes. EAA is sensitive to keeping your child's contact information confidential and makes every effort to maintain your trust.
How much does it cost?
Young Eagle flights are provided free of charge! The program is sponsored by the Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport & EAA Chapter 1522, along with pilots and several volunteers that donate their time and aircraft to provide this wonderful experience to young people.
A photo was taken of my child before his/her flight; where would I find that photo?
Photos will be posted on our facebook page; the airport's facebook page and the airports web page.
www.facebook.com/YoungEaglesCynthianaKy
www.facebook.com/ky0i8
www.ky0i8.com
The program guidelines state that children should be between the ages of eight and 17. We understand that there are some times extenuating circumstances when younger children may benefit from the Young Eagles experience; however, with a sanctioned event, we must follow the rules set by the EAA organizaiton.
Is the Young Eagles Program only for a young person's FIRST ride?
No. The intent of the Young Eagles demonstration ride is to motivate young people and provide a memorable flying experience. In many cases, however, it is the child’s first flight experience
What if my child will not fly alone?
Children that will not fly alone may fly with a friend or sibling.
May I fly with my child?
To ensure that every child gets a chance to fly, we must follow the Young Eagles guidelines to keep flights limited to children that meet the age criteria.
Can kids fly more than once?
Flights are limited to one per child to ensure that everyone gets a chance to fly.
Can the kids actually fly the aircraft?
Depending upon the aircraft, the pilot's discretion, the flight conditions, and the young person's abilities and interest, Young Eagles may be able to handle the controls for a portion of the flight. If this is possible on a particular flight, it is always done only after a safe altitude and flight condition is reached, and under the pilot's close supervision and instruction. Many pilots enjoy letting kids try their hand at flying when it is safe to do so (it's not as hard as many people think, and kids usually pick it up faster than adults!) Sometimes though, it's simply not possible, for a variety of reasons. Whether or not the kids are able to handle the controls, there are plenty of things to see, hear, feel, and learn!
How safe are Young Eagles flights?
The YE program has an excellent safety record. Young Eagles flights never involve aerobatics or flights during bad weather. Young Eagles pilots are FAA certified and operate under strict safety guidelines for Young Eagles flight in addition to following all Federal Aviation Regulations. The goal is to ensure that all YE flights are conducted in the lowest-risk manner possible. General Aviation itself has a very good safety record to begin with, and the additional YE flight guidelines are intended to further avoid any situation that may be unsafe while young people are on board. Unfortunately, we have not yet figured out how to fix the most common side effects of a Young Eagles flight... sore facial muscles caused by excess smiling, giddy laughter, and eyes that are opened extra-wide!
I have a disability. Can I still become a Young Eagle?
Almost any kid between the ages of 8 and 17 can take a Young Eagles flight. By "almost", usually the only restrictions are in getting into the aircraft. Many kids with physical and mental disabilities have taken Young Eagles flights, even when that means making arrangements to accommodate special needs. As a rule, the aviation community is filled with folks who know that they greatest limitations people face are generally the ones that they put upon themselves, far more than any physical limitations we have. When there is a special situation that makes it harder for a young person to take the flight, it's usually just a matter of figuring out how to get situated in the aircraft. Kids with almost every imaginable disability, from blindness to quadriplegia to genetic deformities, have been able to take flights and become Young Eagles. And you better believe that some of them went on to become pilots themselves!
What happens to the registration form?
After the flight is completed, the pilot will issue your child the official EAA Young Eagles certificate. The pilot then returns the registration form to the EAA Young Eagles office where the flight will be officially registered in the World's Largest Logbook. You and your child will be able to see the flight information on the Internet at the Young Eagles website (www.YoungEagles.org). At the same time, we understand that privacy is important. Only basic information is displayed on the web and your address and phone number will never become part of the public database. We will send your child follow up information from EAA about our other youth aviation programs and scholarships. Space is provided on the registration form for an E-Mail address. The E-mail address will be used to add your child to the monthly Young Eagles electronic newsletter, which is intended to provide opportunities for your child to further explore aviation and flight with the many excellent educational resources available through EAA. You may opt out of the newsletter subscription at any time and there is no charge for the newsletter. Your child's name and E-mail address will never be sold or used for commercial purposes. EAA is sensitive to keeping your child's contact information confidential and makes every effort to maintain your trust.
How much does it cost?
Young Eagle flights are provided free of charge! The program is sponsored by the Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport & EAA Chapter 1522, along with pilots and several volunteers that donate their time and aircraft to provide this wonderful experience to young people.
A photo was taken of my child before his/her flight; where would I find that photo?
Photos will be posted on our facebook page; the airport's facebook page and the airports web page.
www.facebook.com/YoungEaglesCynthianaKy
www.facebook.com/ky0i8
www.ky0i8.com