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Cleared for takeoff: Communities rally behind athletes at Special Olympics Airlift departure parties

Organized by Textron Aviation in collaboration with Exclusive FBO Sponsor Signature Aviation, departure parties are held at select airports nationwide where athletes and coaches board Cessna, Beech...

Clipped Wings Returns to Support the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift

As preparations continue for the 2026 USA Games, Clipped Wings’ return highlights the importance of community support beyond the flight itself.

Flying for a purpose: Honoring the legacy behind the Special Olympics Airlift

Russ Meyer, longtime chairman and CEO and Chairman Emeritus of Cessna Aircraft Company, believed that all Special Olympics USA Games athletes deserve access, dignity and a journey that matches thei...

Honoring Two Airlift Pillars: Dick Koenig and Bob Stangarone

Support the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift—see how dedicated volunteers like Dick Koenig and Bob Stangarone create unforgettable experiences for athletes.

Special Olympics Airlift: Behind the scenes with Karl Biermann

Hear from Karl, a 2022 Special Olympics Airlift pilot and this year’s Dove 1 for arrival day.

Special Olympics athlete testimonial: Rachel

Meet Rachel, a Special Olympics Nebraska athlete competing in the 1500m, 800m and 4x4 relay at this year’s USA Games.

Rhode Island athletes soar toward the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games with Textron Aviation Special Olympics Airlift

Rhode Island athletes are gearing up for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, taking flight with the Special Olympics Airlift — a journey that marks the start of an unforgettable experience. Hear m...

Taking flight: Kansas athletes soar to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games on a journey of unity, pride and possibility

For athletes, the Special Olympics Airlift is a defining moment. Hear the stories of three Kansas athletes as they prepare for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.

Celebrating the Launch Donor to the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift Campaign: The Parker-Hannifin Foundation

As the launch donor in this year’s effort, the Parker-Hannifin Foundation exemplifies what the Airlift stands for: people coming together to lift others higher. Their early support reflects the ver...

Textron Aviation launches donation campaign to support 2026 Special Olympics Airlift; continues nationwide call for v...

Textron Aviation invites individuals, organizations and suppliers across the country to contribute to Special Olympics in support of the Airlift. Donations to the Special Olympics, a 501(c)(3) char...

Omani and Jeanie Carson named inaugural departure day Dove 1 for 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, donating aircraft and...

As departure day Dove 1, the Carsons will guide the first aircraft lifting off from Minneapolis’ Twin Cities on Saturday, June 27, reuniting athletes with their families, hometowns and communities ...

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