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CAP Cadets & Young Eagles Flight Plan
CAP is partners with EAA, the Experimental Aircraft Association. When cadets complete their first CAP orientation flight, EAA will honor this flight and enroll the cadet into the Young Eagles Flight Plan. Thought the cadets are not consider Young Eagles, they can receive many similar benefits including:
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FREE access to Sporty's Learn to Fly Course ($299 value)*
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FREE first flight lesson ($160 value)**
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FREE Soaring Society of America Cadet Membership
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Enrollment into EAA AeroEducate
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FREE EAA Student Membership
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FREE admission to 400+ science and technology museums
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FREE Academy of Model Aeronautics Student Membership
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FREE electronic copy of EAA Sport Aviation magazine
*This interactive online course uses real-world video and incredible 3D animations to help you learn the basics of flight. Plus, EAA will reimburse you when you pass your FAA Airman Knowledge Test a/k/a written exam ($175 value).
**Upon completion of the first three volumes of the Sporty's Learn to Fly Course.
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After the Orientation Ride is debriefed in eServices by the pilot, cadets automatically receive an email explaining how to acquire their Young Eagles benefits.
FAQ / Troubleshooting
Q: I'm a cadet who has completed an orientation flight, but I haven't seen an email about the Young Eagles Flight Plan. What should I do?
A: Talk with your Orientation Pilot to ensure your orientation flight has been recorded.
Q: I'm an AEO. Some of my cadets haven't received their Young Eagles Flight Plan benefits. What should I do?
A: Talk with their Orientation Pilot to ensure the orientation flight has been recorded.
Q: I am still unsure how to access my EAA benefits. What should I do?
A: Watch this step-by-step video on how to sign up.
