Our Mission

A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Aviation Education Organization Location: DeLaurentis International Airport in Oak Harbor, Washington Founded: 2026 Website: oakharborflightclub.org Email: info@oakharborflightclub.org ⭐ WHO WE ARE Oak Harbor Flight Club is a Washington State 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing aviation education, STEM learning, and community engagement through both full scale aircraft and radio controlled (RC) aviation. We serve youth, families, pilots, RC enthusiasts, and the broader Whidbey Island community. ⭐ OUR MISSION To inspire the next generation of aviators, engineers, and innovators by making aviation accessible, safe, and hands on for all ages. ⭐ WHAT WE DO ✈️ Full Scale Aviation Education • Aircraft walk arounds • Cockpit familiarization • Pre flight and safety demonstrations • Airport operations tours • Guest pilot presentations 🕹️ RC Aviation & STEM Programs • RC flight training (buddy box) • Flight simulators • Build and fly workshops • Youth RC competitions • Aerodynamics, weather, and navigation lessons 🎉 Community Events • Festival of Flight (annual aviation celebration) • STEM Open House • Family RC Fun Days • Aviation heritage exhibits ⭐ WHO WE SERVE • Youth ages 8–18 • Local schools & STEM clubs • Families & community members • Full scale pilots & RC flyers • Aviation enthusiasts of all experience levels Programs are inclusive, accessible, and designed for beginners through advanced learners. ⭐ WHY IT MATTERS Aviation education builds: • STEM literacy • Confidence & problem solving • Safety awareness • Career pathways • Community connection Hands on aviation experiences can change a young person’s life — and open doors to engineering, piloting, aerospace, and technical careers.