Is Angel Flight a charity?
Is Angel Flight a charity? We are a non-profit charitable organization of pilots, volunteers, and friends that are proud to serve the heartland area of Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas. We will arrange free air transportation for any legitimate, charitable, medically related need.
How is Angel Flight funded?
Angel Flight is financially supported primarily by our pilots who fly the missions (by donating the use of their airplanes and operating expenses) and by contributions from individuals, service clubs, social and religious groups and corporations. We receive no financial aid from any government entity.
Where does Angel Flight go?
Since opening in 1901, Angels Flight has become a historical landmark. The railway transports passengers on a short ride between Hill Street and Grand Avenue on Bunker Hill. Visitors can ride the world's shortest railway every day from 6:45 AM to 10 PM, including weekends and holidays.
Are Angels flights free?
We will arrange free air transportation for any legitimate, charitable, medically related need. This service is available to individuals and to health care organizations.
Does a pilot family fly for free?
This benefit varies from airline to airline. Family members may fly free when space is available or at discounted rates. Flying stand-by is a common benefit, but it can be challenging when there is a group. Some airlines provide “buddy passes” to pilots to share with friends and families.
How much does an angel flight cost?
There is absolutely NO charge for the services provided by Angel Flight East. Volunteer pilots use their own aircraft and take on all costs of the flight including fuel, landing fees, and other expenses. What type of flights does Angel Flight East do?
Why was Angels Flight closed?
Angels Flight® was closed in 2013 after one of the cars derailed, leaving passengers stranded. Several improvements have been made since the incident. Actors Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling rode in one of the railroad cars in a scene in the 2016 movie “La La Land.”
Why is it called Angels Flight?
The railway became officially known as Angel's Flight in 1912 after Eddy sold the railway to the Funding Company of California. The words “Angel's Flight” had always been painted atop the Hill Street Arch, and the new owners renamed it accordingly.
Who is eligible for Angel flight?
Patients must be medically stable, ambulatory and capable of sitting upright and wearing a seat belt for the duration of the flight. There must be either a demonstrated financial need or reason why public transportation cannot be utilized.