Aroostook flying program lures youth to careers in aviation with free flights

by Paula Brewer
3 years ago
Two planes taxi on the Presque Isle runway during Monday's Young Eagle Flights event, where youth ages 8 to 17 could enjoy a free flight. Credit: Paula Brewer / The Star-Herald
A unique club in Aroostook County wants to help kids catch the flying bug and become pilots someday.Read more.
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