MIDDLE SCHOOLERS - TAKE YOUR FIRST FLIGHT

WHAT IS YOUNG EAGLES?

Designed for younger students curious about aviation, the Young Eagles Club through Rocky Mountain Aero Group introduces middle school students in the Roaring Fork Valley - from Aspen to Rifle to the world of flight through hands-on activities, aviation events, and Free introductory flight experiences.

Students will:

• Learn how airplanes fly

• Meet pilots and aviation professionals

• Participate in aviation STEM activities

• Attend airport tours and aviation events

• Experience their first introduction to flight - FOR FREE

WHO IT’S FOR

• Students ages 11 - 14

• No experience needed

• Just bring your curiosity and excitement

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

Before the Flight

• Meet pilots and aviation volunteers

• Learn basic aircraft and safety information

• Get ready for takeoff

During the Flight

• Fly in a real airplane

• See your town and the surrounding landscape from above

• Experience what it feels like to be in the sky

After the Flight

• Celebrate your first flight

• Connect with other students

• Discover ways to continue in aviation

WE GO BEYOND RALLY FLIGHTS

At RMAG, the experience doesn’t stop after takeoff.

While Young Eagles introduces students to aviation through their first flight, we are building a broader experience that includes hands-on STEM activities, workshops, and continued learning opportunities.

STUDENT MAY ALSO PARTAKE IN:

• Flight simulators and interactive aviation tools

• Paper airplane design and build challenges

• Basic aerodynamics and STEM learning activities

• Aviation-themed workshops and demonstrations

• Group activities that encourage curiosity and teamwork

WHY THIS MATTERS

A single flight can inspire interest, but continued exposure is what builds confidence, skills, and long-term passion.

By combining flight experiences with STEM-based activities, students can:

• Better understand how aviation works

• Stay engaged beyond the event

• Begin developing early technical curiosity

BUILDING SOMETHING BIGGER

Young Eagles is just the starting point.

We are intentionally creating opportunities for students to return, stay involved, and continue exploring aviation in meaningful ways.

SAFETY FIRST

All flights are conducted by experienced volunteer pilots following established safety standards.

Parents and guardians are welcome to stay and be part of the experience.

WHAT COMES NEXT

If your child enjoys their first flight and experience with the Young Eagles Club, they can continue their journey through RMAG’s Aviation Explorer Program (ages 14–20), where interest grows into real-world exposure, mentorship, and career exploration.

READY FOR TAKEOFF?

Join our Young Eagles Club

Go beyond Rally Day and take part in ongoing aviation and STEM activities.

$30 annual membership Flights operate on a first-come, first fly basis Come early and get ready for an experience your child will never forget.

FOR PARENTS

This experience is designed to be:

• Safe

• Encouraging

• Memorable

• Completely accessible (no cost)

Young Eagles is often a child’s first introduction to aviation, helping build confidence, curiosity, and a sense of possibility.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR FALL 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR