EAA Chapter 1218

Willow Springs — 05/03/2010 — The world of flight offers fun, freedom and experiences unlike anything else in the world. And you’re invited to participate as Chapter 1218 of the Experimental Aircraft Association hosts an International Learn To Fly Day event at Willow Springs Airport on Saturday, May 15th. It is scheduled to take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

International Learn to Fly Day was created to invite people interested in the world of flight to discover more by meeting local aviators and discovering the initial steps toward “living the dream” of personal flight. Nearly 600,000 people from all walks of life in the U.S. are licensed pilots, but millions more have dreamed of joining that group.

During the EAA Chapter 1218 International Learn To Fly Day event, which is free of charge, guests will discover more about how learning to fly is not as time-consuming or expensive as you might think. Pilots and aircraft owners will be available to discuss the possibilities and enjoyment available in aviation. FREE airplane rides from 9:00 a.m. till Noon will be available for young people ages 8-17, weather permitting, through the EAA Young Eagles program.

EAA embodies the spirit of aviation through the world’s most engaged community of aviation enthusiasts. EAA’s 160,000 members and 1,000 local chapters enjoy the fun and camaraderie of sharing their passion for flying, building and restoring recreational aircraft. For more information on EAA and its programs, call 800-JOIN-EAA (800-564-6322) or go to www.eaa.org. For continual news updates, connect with http://twitter.com/EAAupdate.