Heartland EAA Chapter 1240 exists to inspire, educate, and create pathways into aviation for the next generation.Based at Sebring Regional Airport, our volunteer-led organization introduces young people to flight through EAA Young Eagles, supports aviation and aerospace education for hundreds of local students, and works with exceptional partners to provide hands-on learning, industry certifications, mentorship, and flight-training scholarships.Our mission is simple: open the door to aviation, give young people the tools to walk through it, and help them discover just how far they can fly.Joining our Chapter is as easy as 1, 2, 3!...Make sure you are a current EAA National member, and record your national member ID#.Email all of your contact info to: fly@eaa1240.org (include first and last name (and names of other family members if family membership) current mailing address, email address, cell number, and national member ID#.Pay Local Chapter Dues ($25 annually for individual, and $40 for family)Thank you for supporting our mission, by joining our chapter!

Heartland EAA Chapter 1240 exists to inspire, educate, and create pathways into aviation for the next generation.Based at Sebring Regional Airport, our volunteer-led organization introduces young people to flight through EAA Young Eagles, supports aviation and aerospace education for hundreds of local students, and works with exceptional partners to provide hands-on learning, industry certifications, mentorship, and flight-training scholarships.Our students are exposed to the full world of aviation — from piloting and unmanned aircraft to aerospace engineering, aircraft maintenance, powerplants, manufacturing, and design.Through partnerships with the Highlands County School Board, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the Ray Foundation, Sebring Regional Airport, local aviation businesses, and an extraordinary community of pilots, educators, donors, and volunteers, we help turn curiosity into opportunity.Our mission is simple: open the door to aviation, give young people the tools to walk through it, and help them discover just how far they can fly.How you can help power our mission:Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.