Wetumpka Airport based Experiment Aircraft Association Chapter 822 continues to perfect their Annual Spring Fly In event. For over a decade, the group has focused on introducing youth to aviation with a free flight, the Young Eagles program. A kid magnet with activities that delight all ages, it is a family day at the community airport that draws hundreds from around the rural area.
With eleven aircraft, many 2-seaters, the volunteer EAA pilots flew their goal on Saturday, plus three- 203 Young Eagles. It is their Chapter record. The pilot group has planned, orchestrated and refined their event to maximize safety and efficiency. As of Saturday, they have flown 1,581 youth introducing them to the aviation world. Youth ages 8-17 receive their first flight free from the volunteer EAA pilots.
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For the even younger group a yellow airplane simulator allows children to use a control stick. Fully costumed movie characters greet small children; face painting, miniature ponies for petting and model aircraft are on display. Everyone enjoys visiting the helicopters, fire trucks and reviewing the antique autos.
A historical Army encampment, complete with vehicles, tents, soldiers and even Rosie the riveter were on hand for a history lesson or war stories. The local Civil Air Patrol Squad cooked hamburgers and hot dogs to order onsite.
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As an early 1940's Army Training Field, Wetumpka Airport is still turning out pilots. Savannah Weaver, a Young Eagle only a few years ago, is now flying Young Eagles with EAA 822 as an instrument rated pilot. She says she is giving back to those who want a chance to fly.
A community asset, the General Aviation airport offers a variety of services and is especially proud of their added value grass landing strip. Their unique rural location is the ideal location to learn how to fly.
EAA 822 holds their Annual Fly In each April, if you have not yet experienced the magic- come next year. -B Meyer
With eleven aircraft, many 2-seaters, the volunteer EAA pilots flew their goal on Saturday, plus three- 203 Young Eagles. It is their Chapter record. The pilot group has planned, orchestrated and refined their event to maximize safety and efficiency. As of Saturday, they have flown 1,581 youth introducing them to the aviation world. Youth ages 8-17 receive their first flight free from the volunteer EAA pilots.
For the even younger group a yellow airplane simulator allows children to use a control stick. Fully costumed movie characters greet small children; face painting, miniature ponies for petting and model aircraft are on display. Everyone enjoys visiting the helicopters, fire trucks and reviewing the antique autos.
A historical Army encampment, complete with vehicles, tents, soldiers and even Rosie the riveter were on hand for a history lesson or war stories. The local Civil Air Patrol Squad cooked hamburgers and hot dogs to order onsite.
As an early 1940's Army Training Field, Wetumpka Airport is still turning out pilots. Savannah Weaver, a Young Eagle only a few years ago, is now flying Young Eagles with EAA 822 as an instrument rated pilot. She says she is giving back to those who want a chance to fly.
A community asset, the General Aviation airport offers a variety of services and is especially proud of their added value grass landing strip. Their unique rural location is the ideal location to learn how to fly.
EAA 822 holds their Annual Fly In each April, if you have not yet experienced the magic- come next year. -B Meyer