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So you think you would like a career in aviation? But with so many choices, how can you make up your mind? What should you study? How hard is it to learn how to fly? What's a typical day like?

While we may not be able to answer every question, we have assembled a team of former EAA Young Eagles who are actually working in the aviation industry. You can follow their lives as they begin their aviation careers.

What will today bring? Choose your favorite blogger to find out!


	Jamail Larkins is a student at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL. When he's not studying, you might find Jamail performing at air shows or touring the country talking to young people about flying.


Mario Rosales is a former a Ramp Agent for Midwest Airlines in Omaha, NE. Mario is currently in training to become an air traffic controller. He is also a commercial pilot who flies for a local skydiving group and is an avid photographer.


	Karrie Shank Karrie Shank is finishing up a master's degree at the University of Central Missouri, in Warrensburg, Missouri. She’s also flight instructor; works on campus as a graduate assistant; and also teaches a class.


Eric Whyte is a Commercial Pilot with more than 5,000 hours of flight time in a variety of aircraft. He is currently flying a Cessna Citation III jet and a Beechcraft King Air B200. Eric is also an EAA volunteer and Chairman of the annual AirVenture Cup cross country air race.

Bloggers Wanted!

Are you a former EAA Young Eagle who is now working in the aviation industry? Would you like to share your stories with our readers? Then we're looking for you!

Our mission is to share real-life stories with people who are considering a career in aviation. What better way than through a Young Eagles blog?

If you are interested in joining our Bloggers, let us know. Who knows, you might soon be sharing your aviation experiences with the whole world!

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