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8/8/2019 YE Pilot Guidelines

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he EAA YoungE-agles programwas launchedin 1992 . Since

then more than 41,000pilots have been activeparticipants flying 1.4million young peoplefrom more than 90different countries.

Safety is paramount.For most childrenand their parents, theYoung Eagles programmay be the first timethey have been exposedto a general aviationairplane and pilot. Itmay be the first timethey have ever been toan airport. With thatin mind, take time toact as an ambassadorfor aviation. Take timeto explain what takesplace at an airportand the importanceof the airport to thecommunity. Encouragethem to ask Questions.


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BEFORE THE FL IGHT :In addition to a memorable flight experience , Young

Eagles will also remember the ir pilot. If appropriate ,provide your name and telephone number to the YoungEagle for any Questions their parents or guardiansmay have .

Each Young Eagle should already have aregistrationbrochure . This inc ludes important preflight information and the release/registra t ion form. In addition ,you will need aYoung EaglesCertificate . Contact theYoung Eagles Oficeto obtain certificatesand regi strati on forms .Prior to the flight, youmust receive a signedregistration form from theparent or legal guardian of theparticipantandyou should completethe pilot portion of the registration,including the self-certification section.

Now that the paperwork is ready, it is time forthe pre-flight. Discuss what you will do and see onyou r fl ight. Stress ramp safety, emphas izing cautionaround propellers and moving aircraft. Conduct a pre-flight inspection accompanied by your Young Eagle .Help them into their seat. Buckle their seat belt andshoulder harness . Explain the operation of the aircraftdoor. Describe the interior of the airplane . Allow timeto answer any Questions they may have before youstart your engine.


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DURING THE FL IGHT :experience you prov ide your Young Eagle will befor a lifetime . Someday, these Young Eagles

share a flight experience with another generationaviation enthusiasts .a common-sense approach to the flight.may take more than one young person at atime, but consider the experience from the

pa rtici pa nt's perspective. A light in acommercial airliner, for instance,

would not suit the intent ofthis program . Allow theparticipant's parent(s) toobserve or take part ascircumstances allow, butremember the child is thefocus of the event.

Plan your flight to beas pleasant as possible. VFRweather is required. When weighingweather conditions, remember you want the

to be conducted in the best conditions possible .example, windy, bumpy days do not make the bestimpression .'may let the Young Eagle follow through on thebut you must be in command of the aircraftall times. No hot loading, aerobatic maneuvers,attitudes or formation flights are permitted

Young Eagles Program. However, you may wantdemonstrate how the airplane is controlled throughclimbs . turns and descents. Apply see-andtechniques at all times .

AFTER THE FL IGHT :Congratu late you r new Young Eagle! Share theexcitement and encourage further questions. Take as

much time as possible with your Young Eagle. They havejust completed an experience they will long remember.Reward the young person with a Young EaglesCertificate and any other recognition you care to add,

such as the Young Eagles wristband .Remind the Young Eagle that their name will be

entered in the "World's Largest Logbook" located in theEAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh and on the Internetat www.youngeagles.org. BE SURE YOU SEND IN THEREGISTRATION FORM , so this can be accompl ished .Don't delay! Amisplaced or lost Registration Record wi"mean the Young Eagles will not be officially registeredfor this program or receive subsequent benefits .

Consider having acamera available for pictures. Shareyour post-flight rituals - replacing maps, straighteningthe cockpit and pushing the aircraft into the hangar.

Once the registration form is recorded at the YoungEagles office, they will receive an invitat ion to visit theYoung Eagles web site to see their name in the logbook.You can encourage a Young Eagle's interest in av iationwith an invitation to an EAA Chapter meeting, anintroduction to a flight instructor or simply an invitationfor another fl ight.

Finally, take pride in what you have done. TheYoung Eagles Office will officially record your missioninformation taken from the registration form . Pilots earnrecognition as their mission count grows. Remember,it's not too soon to begin arrangements for your nextYoung Eagle flight.
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Please be sensitive to all your passengers and involve themif the child does not meet the age criteria?program guidelines state that children should be

the ages of eight and 17 (up to the child 's 18th. We encourage you to keep to the guidelines. Th?age was set at eight for several reasons.First, the

is mature enough to be able to function alone - withoutor dad. Second, they are most likely physically largesee out of the windows on an airplane and, lastly,

should be able to grasp the basic concepts of flying .over the age of 18 are adults and, as adults, are notfor the Young Eagles program. Registrations from

who are outside the age guidelines will be returnedpilot for clarification .Young Eagles Program only for ayoung person's

ride?The intent of the Young Eagles demonstration ride is

young people and provide a memorable flying. In many cases , however, it is the child 's firstexperience.

I have to belong to an EAA Chapter'to participate?.Any current EAA member ma y fly Young Eagles , providedmeet the pilot requirements .heard about Young Eagles Flight Rallies. What are

rally is a group flying session to accommodateof young people . These events must be orga nizedChapters or local Field Representatives. Additionalactivities are common at these events.

are always needed to assist at a flight rally.pilots or groups of pilots wishing to hold arally should contact their local EAA Chapter or Fieldto assist in the organization and execution

an event.I fly more than one Young Eagle at a time?

you may, although many pilots prefer a one -on -one.Often'at aflight rally, larger numbers of childrenmake it necessary to fly more than one child at a time.

in the experience. However, no more than three Young Eaglescan be flown at a time.What is aYoung Eagles pilot 10 number?

Pilot ID numbers are assigned to each pilot after theyregister ,their first Eagle Flight. It is not necessary to obtainaPilot ID nlHTlber before flying your first Eagle Flight. Aletterfrom the Young Eagles Office will be sent directly to you afteryour first registered Young Eagles flight indicating your pilotID number.Can I fly in my licensed "Experimental" aircraft?

Yes . All aircraft are eligible provided they are properlylicensed and flown in accordance with appropriate FARs(or the country 's equ ivalent) and the Young Eagles Programguidelines.Are there any restrictions on flight activities?

To provide the cond itions for the best possible experiencefor first-time flyers, all Young Eagles flights must beconducted in VFR weather. No unusual attitudes , formationflights or aerobatics are permitted. All aircraft must shutdown between flights (no hot loading).I'm not a pilot. How can partiCipate?Volunteers are needed to assist in finding young people,flightline safety, registration and coordinating pre- and postflight activities.Volunteers are also needed to serve as local

EAA Chapter Coordinators. There are many opportunities tohelp young people experience aviation , Many Young Eagleevents are scheduled around the world each week and yourassistance is always welcome.Wh o can I contact for suggestions or support?

For general questions about Young Eagles, please contactthe EAA Young Eagles office.

Phone : 877-806-8902E-Mail : [email protected]: 920-426-6865Additional background information and activity

suggestions are available on the Young Eagles web site:www.youngeag/es.org

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