> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://handbook.youngeagles.no/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://handbook.youngeagles.no/docs-en/framework.md). # Framework Overall regulatory framework Young Eagles activities are carried out as voluntary introductory flights organized by EAA Chapters in Norway and follow applicable aviation regulations. Young Eagles uses existing regulations for non-commercial flight, including introductory flight. The following chapters describe how Young Eagles flights are classified and conducted within: * the EASA regulations for EASA-regulated aircraft, and * national regulations for Sport Aircraft. EASA regulations – introductory flight For EASA-regulated aircraft, Young Eagles flights are carried out as introductory flights under applicable European aviation regulations, including: * Regulation (EU) No. 965/2012 Article 6(4)(a)(c) * Part-NCO (Non-Commercial Operations) * relevant provisions in Part-FCL * insurance requirements under Regulation (EC) No. 785/2004 Introductory flight under these regulations is characterized by the flight being: * carried out as a non-commercial activity, * organized by an organization that promotes air sports or recreational flying, * constituting a limited part of the organization's overall flight activity, * conducted with aircraft under the organization's operational control, * starting and ending at the same airport under VFR day conditions. The chapter shows how Young Eagles flights are normally conducted within these frameworks. Volunteer pilot participation is the basis for the program. Any financial contributions or support schemes shall only serve as practical facilitation of the activity, and do not affect the non-commercial nature of the flight. National regulations – Sport Aircraft For nationally regulated aircraft (Sport Aircraft), Young Eagles flights are carried out as introductory flights under applicable Norwegian regulations for nationally regulated aviation, including: * The Sport Aircraft Handbook (SFHB) issued by the Norwegian Air Sports Federation (NLF), * especially SFHB § 3.1.9.3 Introductory flight. Introductory flight with Sport Aircraft is carried out within the framework set by NLF and applicable national provisions. This means, among other things, that the activity: * is organized through an NLF-affiliated flying club, * is carried out with aircraft registered and operated under the Sport Aircraft regulations, * forms a limited part of the club's overall activity, * is performed in accordance with the Sport Aircraft Handbook's requirements for an instructor in introductory or demonstration flight with a passenger. The handbook describes how Young Eagles activities arranged by EAA Chapter 573 can be carried out with Sport Aircraft within these frameworks. For introductory flight with sport aircraft, the pilot in command must meet the qualification requirements that apply to flight with a passenger without an operational connection to the pilot, as set out in the Sport Aircraft Handbook. This applies regardless of the chosen implementation model for the Young Eagles activity. The relationship between EASA regulations and Sport Aircraft regulations EASA-regulated aircraft and Sport Aircraft are subject to different regulatory regimes. Young Eagles flights can be carried out under two different regulatory regimes: * introductory flight under the EASA regulations, and * introductory flight under the Sport Aircraft Handbook. Requirements, limitations, and permissions are not directly transferable between these regimes. Where Sport Aircraft are used, the Sport Aircraft Handbook applies in full, including where the requirements are stricter than the EASA regulations. Roles and responsibilities within the program and regulations **EAA Chapter 573** EAA Chapter 573 serves as the national facilitator and coordinating unit for the implementation of Young Eagles in Norway within the EAA structure. The Chapter is responsible for: * establishing and maintaining a national implementation model and handbook, * coordination and support for local Young Eagles operators, * administration of program frameworks and common practice within Chapter activities. **NLF** The Norwegian Air Sports Federation (NLF) has delegated authority from the Civil Aviation Authority for the administration of Sport Aircraft activity in Norway. For Sport Aircraft operations, NLF's regulations and interpretations are binding. Organization of Young Eagles activities Young Eagles are carried out as Chapter events where the local operator performs the flights. Operational responsibility for the aircraft and flight lies with the operator and pilot in command, while event responsibility is determined according to the guidelines below. ## Event responsibility For each Young Eagles event, it must be clear who has overall responsibility for planning and safe execution. The responsibility arrangement follows the scope of the event: Single flight or smaller activity (one pilot / few participants): \ The pilot in command (PIC) has event responsibility. Event with several aircraft or simultaneous flights: \ The Young Eagles Coordinator may delegate practical coordination of the event. At a Young Eagles Rally, the Young Eagles Coordinator shall be physically present and ensure coordination and organization of the event in accordance with EAA guidelines. The pilot in command always has operational responsibility for their own flight. The relationship between regulations and program frameworks Applicable regulations always take precedence over the Young Eagles program frameworks. \ This handbook describes how Young Eagles activities are normally organized and carried out in Norway. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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