October 29, 2025

Flying with Purpose | SBMA Services LP Cessna Citation V

Alan Rockey, Aviation Manager of SBMA Services LP, is proud to be part of the Special Olympics Airlift, flying a Cessna Citation V to help bring athletes to the games. For Alan, this mission is more than a flight — it’s a chance to be part of something transformative.

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October 22, 2025

Uplifting Communities | NW Flight Operations Cessna Citation CJ3+

Stephen Elop of NW Flight Operations knows the power of aviation — but during the Special Olympics Airlift, he witnessed something even greater.

October 14, 2025

National Business Aviation Association signs on to support the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift

During the National Business Aviation Association – Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) event in Las Vegas, NBAA president and CEO Ed Bolen announced the organization’s support an...

October 13, 2025

Pro Football Hall of Famer Peyton Manning returns as Honorary Chair for 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, rallying pilot...

“I’m honored to once again serve as the Honorary Chair for the Special Olympics Airlift,” said Manning. “This event is about more than just transportation – it’s about lifting spirits and celebrati...

October 8, 2025

Inspired by Precision, Driven by Purpose | Conquest Flight Cessna Conquest II

Charlie Chase of Conquest Flight is no stranger to volunteering. With years of service and leadership experience, he’s seen many well-run operations — but the Special Olympics Airlift stood out.

September 26, 2025

A Legacy of Lift and Love | Flying Barefoot Ranch Cessna Citation CJ4

Michael Joseph of Flying Barefoot Ranch has been part of the Special Olympics Airlift since the very beginning — flying in the first official airlift 39 years ago. He returned again for the last ai...

September 10, 2025

Catch the spirit of the Special Olympics Airlift

Since the inception of the Special Olympics Airlift in 1987, Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker owners have transported more than 10,000 athletes and coaches to various Special Olympics World and USA Ga...

September 4, 2025

Country music star Dierks Bentley signs on to support 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, inspiring pilots nationwide to a...

Multi-platinum country music artist Dierks Bentley has officially pledged his support for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift. In doing so, Bentley is calling on fellow pilots across the nation to jo...

August 21, 2025

How does flight planning work for the world's largest peactime Airlift?

We spoke with Shannon Peterson, regional sales director and Special Olympics Airlift chair delegate, to learn more about the highly coordinated event. Shannon previously participated in planning th...

August 14, 2025

Fueling more than flights: A conversation with the Co-Chairs of the Special Olympics Airlift

We sat down for Q&A with Special Olympics Airlift Co-Chairs Stephanie Harder and Jennifer Whitfield to learn more about what makes the event special. Harder, vice president, Communications & Public...

August 8, 2025

Calling all Doves: Join now, share your spirit! 🕊️

Textron Aviation is gearing up for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift and we’re calling on our incredible community to help make athletes soar. Volunteer aircraft — known as Doves — play a vital rol...

August 1, 2025

JOIN THE WORLD'S LARGEST PEACTIME AIRLIFT: BECOME A DOVE

Doves are a symbol of peace, and the Special Olympics Airlift is the world’s largest peacetime airlift, showcasing the power of aviation collaboration and community spirit. The prestigious “Dove” c...

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