Young Eagles flight rally Saturday at Chicago Executive Airport

People ages 8-17 can get a free airplane flight starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 6, as Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Midwest Regional Representatives host a Young Eagles Flight Rally at Signature Flight Support, 1100 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, on Chicago Executive Airport. This replaces a rally Oct. 23 that was rained out.

“Free airplane rides are just part of the flight rally, said spokesman Richard Steinbrecher. “Other activities include ground school learning experiences in understanding weather, aerodynamics, radio communications, aircraft instruments and air traffic control. Event pilots encourage young people to learn more about how airplanes work and explain how pilots work with air traffic specialists to ensure safety before and during every flight.

Those interested in attending should call the Young Eagles hotline at (847) 484-7142 and follow

the menu to register for a flight. “Walk-ups are welcome. Those flying will need written permission from a guardian on forms available at the rally. More information is at ceaa.us/youngeagles.html.