Group Elephant, a multinational services and software firm, has issued a $250,000 Matching Challenge Grant — pledging to release $250,000 of funding if the non-profit Elephants, Rhinos & People can raise $250,000 from donors by Feb. 28, 2026.
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GA steps up to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) has activated its Humanitarian Emergency Response Operator (HERO) Database, while other organizations, such as Operation Air Drop, AEROBridge, Airlink, and Samaritan’s Purse are assisting in the relief efforts.
Picture of the Day: It’s an uphill journey
Nathan Mackey submitted this photo and note: “An H-295 Helio Super Courier from JAARS Inc. in Waxhaw, N.C., taxis up to the top of Strawberry Ridge airstrip in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The airstrip, which is just 1,150 feet long, has a significant slope on the last half of Runway 8. The pilot must basically employ full power to get to the top of the airstrip, turn around, and take off downhill. This strip and others like it are used as a ‘final exam’ for JAARS pilots who are completing their training and then will await their overseas assignments.”
Volunteer pilots recognized
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) and Air Care Alliance (ACA) have unveiled the recipients of the 2025 Public Benefit Flying Awards.
GA comes to aid of victims of Texas floods
General aviation pilots are helping to rush critically needed supplies to those affected by the catastrophic flooding along the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country.
New campaign hopes to put GA airplanes to work in Africa
In what it calls its “Signature Campaign,” the organization is seeking 500 pilots to each donate $1,000 to help buy a CubCrafters NX Cub.
Dreaming of endless joy and smiles
The mission of Dream Flights is to give back to those who gave. Since its founding in 2011, the organization has given more than 7,000 dream flights in more than 1,000 cities, and 49 states. But the non-profit organization’s favorite statistic is this: “Endless joy and smiles.”
Fly-in fundraiser slated for Wings of Mercy
This event, which includes a pancake breakfast, the 20th annual Run for Wings 5K, a classic car show featuring the West Michigan Street Rod Association, formation flying demonstrations by the Hooligans, and much more, “has been a local favorite for years and a significant funding source for Wings of Mercy,” according to organizers.
Picture of the Day: Meeting Lighthawk’s challenge
Jonathan Milne submitted this photo and note: “This photo was taken during the LightHawk May 29, 2025, video/photography flight highlighting the 78,000-acre project area that includes Parmachenee Lake on the Megalloway River in Maine. This was one of the 50 Flights in 50 Days challenge.”