EAA Chapter 5 hosting Flying Start informational program at Geauga County Airport

Those who have ever thought about learning to fly can find out more on Aug. 23 as EAA Chapter 5 hosts a Flying Start informational program at the Geauga County Airport.

The local organization that is part of the national Experimental Aircraft Association is dedicated to growing participation in aviation by sharing the ways people can get started in this recreational activity, according to a news release.

The program will be held at 1 p.m. at Hangar 3 of the Geauga County Airport, at 15421 Old State Road, in Middlefield.

Anyone with an interest in learning to fly is invited to attend., the release stated.

EAA’s “Flying Start” program introduces interested adults to the opportunities and fun that result in earning a pilot’s certificate. The event will cover the steps and requirements in learning to fly, provide tips on how to make it economical, and will culminate in a free introductory flight.

EAA’s approximately 900 chapters around the world provide activities for local aviation enthusiasts with a mission of growing participation in aviation by sharing the spirit of aviation.

Chapter activities range from monthly meetings, to airport open houses, fly-ins, educational programs, and pancake breakfasts that share aviation with the community and build a stronger bond between local aviation and the public, the release stated.

The international EAA organization has more than 200,000 members.

Adults who are interested in attending the Flying Start Event, should preregister at https://flyingstart.org/.

For more information about this “Flying Start” program, contact Sherry Niederkorn at sherry.niederkorn23@gmail.com or 440-477-1198.