Young Eagles is a program created by the US Experimental Aircraft Association designed to give children between the ages of 8 to 17 an opportunity to experience flight in a general aviation airplane while educating children about aviation. This program is offered free of charge with donations and volunteers. The program was launched in 1992 and, by fall of 2009, has flown more than 1.5 million children in 90 countries. The program's presenting sponsor are Phillips 66 and Sporty's Pilot Shop.
Read more about Young Eagles: Program History, International Young Eagles, Pilot Participation, Program Chairman
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