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A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: Nominations Open for 2.5 Millionth Young Eagle

By General Aviation News Staff · May 17, 2026 · Leave a Comment

Young Eagles Chairman Jimmy Graham with a youth in a de Havilland Beaver at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.
EAA Young Eagles Chairman Jimmy Graham with a Young Eagle at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.

Young Eagles Chairman Jimmy Graham will fly a commemorative 2.5 millionth Young Eagle on July 22, 2026, during EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026.

“The flight will depart from show center and return at show center with plenty of fanfare,” according to Young Eagles officials.

“Since this flight will mark a significant milestone, and will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, EAA wants to ensure the youth flown is deserving,” officials added.

To help identify the Young Eagle that will take flight with Jimmy Graham, EAA is asking chapters to nominate a deserving youth. This youth may have already taken a Young Eagles flight or this flight could be their first.

“EAA’s main goal is to ensure the youth that gets to join will fully appreciate this opportunity,” they said.

The youth must apply on their own, with a recommendation from a chapter. Applications can be submitted here.

For more information: EAA.org

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