Wendover teens and children will have the unique chance to take to the skies this Saturday with pilots from the EAA Aviation Foundation (The Young Eagles).
The EAA Aviation Foundation (The Young Eagles) will have airplanes at the Historic Wendover Airfield and will provide free flights to all students in Wendover between the ages of 8 and 17. In order to fly, students must register and on the registration form there is a Release of Liability that must be signed. Registration forms are available in all four schools and must be presented to officials at the airport on Saturday morning. The flights will begin at 9 am and are scheduled to continue until noon. The weather forecast is for blue skies and warm weather, perfect weather for sightseeing over Wendover.
The Civil Air Patrol cadets will be selling cold drinks and burgers and they suggest that any food consumption be purchased after the flights.
Since 1992, more than 1.8 million Young Eagles have enjoyed a flight from EAA’s network of volunteer pilots. For many, it was the start of their journey to becoming a pilot, aircraft mechanic, air traffic controller, or many other career possibilities.
The Young Eagles flight will last approximately 20 minutes and students will see the earth and sky in a new and exciting way. This is there chance to experience the freedom of flight that many people only dream about.
Many people remember this experience for the rest of their lives.
On the ground: the pilot explains what will happen during the flight. Students may talk about the airplane, review an aeronautical chart (or map), and complete a careful “walk-around” preflight inspection of the airplane.
Just before takeoff: the pilot explains the interior of the airplane, including the operation of the aircraft door, safety belts, and instrument panel.
In the air: The flight lasts between 15 and 20 minutes. And, if the student wants, their pilot may let them take the controls!
Back on the ground: There’s more time for students to ask questions about the flight. The pilot will be happy to tell more about flying and their particular airplane.
Students also get an official Young Eagles logbook with a personal code to activate their free EAA Student Membership and Sporty’s Learn to Fly Course.