Mesquite, NV Municipal Airport is planning another Young Eagles Event on Aug. 16, 2008. Starting 8 am. In addition, some of The Fly Boys Movie cast will be at the airport that same day. Check out more about this film at theflyboysmovie.com. This movie was filmed in Mesquite, NV
If you are between 8 and 17 years old, the EAA Young Eagles programs wants to offer you the chance of a lifetime. Turn your dreams into reality on a free Young Eagles flight and become one of over 1 Million Young Eagles!
Contact Mesquite Airport for more information 702-346-2841
What will the flight be like?
The biggest question on your mind might be about the actual flight. So what should you expect?
First of all, your pilot will explain what will happen during the flight. This might include talking about the airplane; reviewing an aeronautical chart (or map); identifying reference points during the flight; completing a careful "walk around" preflight inspection of the airplane and identifying the parts that control the airplane.
Once you are ready to go flying, your pilot will help you buckle your seat belt and describe the interior of the airplane, including the instrument panel. Pretty soon, it will be time to go flying!
Once in the air, you'll see the earth and sky in a new and exciting way. You'll experience the wonderful freedom of flight that many people only dream about. If you are like most Young Eagles, you'll remember this experience for the rest of your life.
Most Young Eagle flights last between 15 and 20 minutes. Once back on the ground, there will be additional time for you to ask questions about the flight. Ask away! Your pilot will be happy to tell you more about flying and their particular airplane. And don't forget, you'll also receive an official Young Eagles certificate, which is signed, by your personal pilot and our Chairman Harrison Ford.
We look forward to adding your name to the ever-growing list of EAA Young Eagles!
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You might recognize Harrison Ford from his numerous movie roles, like Indiana Jones from the Temple of Doom or CIA Agent Jack Ryan in Clear and Present Danger or the president in Air Force One, but Harrison Ford is also an experienced pilot and Chairman of the EAA Young Eagles program.
Since Young Eagles began in 1992, there have been three Chairmen. All are active pilots and have flown Young Eagles. The first chairman (1992- 1994) was Academy-Award winning actor Cliff Robertson. Mr. Robertson was followed as Chairman by Gen. Chuck Yeager (1994 - 2003). Of course Gen. Yeager is known as a famous test and combat pilot and the first person to fly faster than the speed of sound. Now, Harrison Ford has taken over for Gen. Yeager.
"It's daunting to step into General Yeager's shoes, but aviation is about learning new skills and the satisfaction that comes with practicing them and doing better," Mr. Ford said upon accepting the position.
Mr. Ford earned his pilot's certificate in 1996 and joined EAA. Since then he has also earned a several additional ratings including seaplane, rotorcraft (helicopters) and an instrument rating. He also owns several aircraft including a deHavilland Beaver and Bell helicopter.
"Young Eagles gives kids a view of the world they've never seen before," Ford said. "Each Young Eagle flight is an opportunity to excite kids by sharing a passion for flight and to show them that they, too, can learn the skills to participate in aviation."
As Chairman, Mr. Ford promotes the EAA Young Eagles program when possible and plans to attend the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Fly-In. Mr. Ford has flown more than 280 Young Eagles since becoming involved in the program in 2001. http://www.youngeagles.org/
Thursday, May 1, 2008
"The Flyboys" Movie Review
by
Michael Aaron GallagherRating: 5 Stars (Out of 5 Stars)
"The Flyboys" is one of those action-adventure movies that somehow makes you feel like a kid again. But you don't have to be a 12 year-old boy to enjoy the original story, the intense action scenes, the witty dialogue, and the incredibly gripping cinematography.
The best part is Writer/Director Rocco DeVilliers miraculously did on a small $2 Million Dollar budget, what so many big Hollywood movie studios fail to do with much more. He made a family film that takes you back to your childhood. "The Flyboys" reminds you of what it means to be a true friend, to do what's right even when the odds are against you, and what it really means to be a hero.
"The Flyboys" captivates and entertains audiences with its blend of action, suspense, comedy, and drama, all rolled into one. The movie's main car chase and airplane stunts are some of the best on-screen action scenes filmed in recent years.
The StoryActor Reiley McClendon delivers a convincing performance as Kyle, a young boy who moves to a new town and quickly finds himself in trouble with just about everyone. When he accidentally stumbles onto a mob conspiracy, he and his friend discover they are the only passengers aboard a twin-engine airplane and they must fly the plane themselves or face a perilous crash into the mountain side.
For more information on "The Flyboys," starring Stephen Baldwin and Tom Sizemore visit:
http://www.theflyboysmovie.com/.
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