Flying Start: Learn How to Fly

EVER WANTED TO FLY? FIND OUT HOW THROUGH LOCAL EAA
‘FLYING START’ PROGRAM

Greeneville, TN — Those who have ever thought about learning to fly can find out more on May
15th, as EAA Chapter 1355 hosts a “Flying Start” informational program on learning to fly at
Greeneville Municipal Airport.

EAA Chapter 1355, a 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 fun and fulfilling recreation.

The program will be held at 9 AM on Saturday, May 15th, 2021 at Greeneville Municipal Airport
FBO Building located at 246 Airport Road, Greeneville, Tn. The airport is easily accessible from
Highway 11E and Route 93. Anyone with an aviation interests are invited to attend.

EAA’s Flying Start program introduces interested individuals to the endless 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 approximately 900 chapters around the world, which 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.

EAA chapters are the backbone of the international EAA organization, which has more than
200,000 members. The local organizations include general EAA chapters as well as specialized
chapters for Vintage aircraft, Warbird, Ultralight and Aerobatic flight enthusiasts.

For more information about this Flying Start session, contact Todd Hensley at (423) 943-5758 or email
toddhensley65@gmail.com.