Jet Center Foundation
2024-04-20 | CA
Hanger Event Benefiting Angel Flight West
April 20, 2024
Sawyer Aviation / Scottsdale Airport
15035 North 73rd Street
Scottsdale AZ 85260
https://jetcenterevents.com/

10th Annual Endeavor Awards
2024-05-10 18:00 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Exposition Park | Wallis Annenberg Building + Rose Garden, 3737 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA, 90007, United States
Join us for the milestone 10th Annual Endeavor Awards – a night of celebration, inspiration, and recognition.
As we commemorate a decade of impactful service, we honor the dedicated individuals and partners who have propelled Angel Flight West’s mission forward. This special evening will shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of our skies – volunteer pilots across the nation and the volunteer pilot organizations they represent. Get ready for an uplifting celebration of their selfless contributions, remarkable achievements, and a shared commitment to making a difference.
Save the date for this extraordinary occasion that embodies the spirit of Angel Flight West!

Volunteer Southern California Fly-In/Drive-In
2024-05-18 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
RSVP for AFW’s Southern California Fly-In! Volunteers from any wing are welcome to join us. We also encourage you to bring prospective volunteers! More details to come soon.

Date: Saturday, 5/18
Location: Desert Jet at Thermal Airport in Thermal, California

Time: 10:30-1:30 PM

For more information, please reach out to Outreach Director Russell Stearns at russells@angelflightwest.org

Virtual Town Hall for Volunteers
2024-05-28 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next Lunchtime Town Hall meeting! This meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 28 at 12:30 p.m. PST.
Topic: Angel Flight West Passenger Vetting- Join us for our next town hall to learn more about how passengers are vetted when requesting donated flights with Angel Flight West.
Click here to register.

Skypark Aviation Festival
2024-06-01 - 2024-06-02 | CA
Skypark Aviation Festival

June 1 and 2, 2024 in Bountiful, Utah

Please stop by and say hello at our exhibit if you are at the festival. For more information or how to help volunteer, please contact Utah Wing Leader Lou Rossi at afwutahwing@angelflightwest.org

https://www.skyparkutah.com/festival

Washington Fly-In
2024-06-22 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Register today for the FREE Washington Fly-in, taking place on June 22nd from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Eastsound, Wash. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with volunteers over lunch and a safety session. The event will be hosted by the Orcas Island Fire Department – 45 Lavender Ln, Eastsound.
Plane parking will be available at Orcas Island Airport (147 Schoen Lane Eastsound, WA 98245). If you would like to stay the weekend, overnight aircraft parking and camping spots at the airport are available (on the grass parking area). See the Orcas website for details and cost. (https://www.portoforcas.com/)
This year’s safety seminar will be led by Bruce Williams, a flight instructor, aviation writer, and former Microsoft manager who played major roles in the company’s highly successful Flight Simulator programs. Bruce will be doing a talk titled ““A Recipe for IFR Flight,” based on a recent AOPA article Recipe for IFR Flight.
Contact Ricardo Lagos at afwWashingtonWing@angelflightwest.org or Jennifer Cooper at jenniferc@angelflightwest.org for more information.
RSVPs are due June 10.

Town Hall - New Volunteer Info Session
2024-06-26 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Our next virtual Zoom town hall takes place Wednesday, June 26 at 12:30 p.m. PST.
Topic – New Volunteer Info Session – Register Today!
AFW volunteer pilot Sean Oswald will provide helpful, step-by-step information on navigating the volunteer portal to view and sign up for missions. Additionally, Sean will share his experience flying with Angel Flight West and address some common questions or concerns pilots may have before flying a first mission. Since joining AFW in 2017, Sean has donated 159 flights for patients to access far-off medical care.
This town hall is targeted toward new and prospective AFW volunteer pilots, and those that are new to flying missions, but we encourage current Command Pilots to join to show support.
Register Today!
Please note, new volunteer info sessions will take place quarterly moving forward, rotating between evening and lunchtime offerings.
Town hall sessions last anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour. We anticipate this town hall lasting closer to an hour.
Reach out to townhall@angelflightwest.org with questions.

Northern California Fly-in
2024-06-29 | CA
Register today for the the Northern Calif. Fly-in! Come join us for this popular annual event held among a hangar full of cold war era fighter jets https://youtu.be/Kna6z4JwHcw?feature=shared.
Come meet your fellow AFW volunteers and enjoy a great BBQ lunch while we all improve our piloting skills: “Using the ATC system for increased safety and awareness” will be presented by Air Traffic Control Specialist/pilot, Dominic Nguyen from Oakland Center. We’ll also have AFW Chief Mentor Pilot Chris Bennett and Director of Outreach Russell Stearns ready to answer your questions about how to get (more) involved with Angel Flight West!
Date – June 29
Time – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location –
Byron Airport
550 Eagle Court, Byron, California 94514
Location for drive-in attendees – https://maps.app.goo.gl/gMKJb51ApVknZfrb8.
Contact Russell Stearns for more info at russells@angelflightwest.org or Wing Leader Gil Takemori at afwNoCalWing@angelflightwest.org. Information regarding parking will be sent out to all registrants closer to the date.

Oregon Fly-In
2024-07-13 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Register today for the the Oregon Calif. Fly-in. on July 13, taking place from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The event will include a safety presentation for Wings credit, lunch, and networking with fellow pilots.
Location: Aurora Airport
Hosted by: Willamette Aviation Service
23115 Airport Rd NE
Aurora OR 97002
Driving Directions: http://www.willametteair.com/drivingdirections.shtml
Contact Jennifer Cooper for more info at jenniferc@angelflightwest.org.

Aviation Safety Town Hall
2024-07-16 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next lunchtime town hall meeting! This aviation safety-focused discussion takes place on Zoom on July 16 at 12:30 p.m. PST. Each town hall typically lasts between 30 and 45 minutes.

Click here to register
Topic: Safety Session – Meet AFW’s Safety Officers Alexi Stavropoulos, debrief on past safety articles, and participate in Q&A.
Submit your safety questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AFW Team

Montana Fly-In
2024-07-20 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | CA
Montana Fly-In Details: Current and interested volunteer pilots are invited to the Montana Fly-In for a day of networking and camaraderie! Lunch included. This is a great opportunity to meet your fellow AFW volunteers.
Date: Saturday, July 20th, 2024 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Hosted by Great Falls Jet Center | 4501 Ulm North Frontage Rd, Great Falls, MT 59404
For more information, please contact Jennifer Cooper at jenniferc@angelflightwest.org and Mark Haakenson at afwMontanaWing@angelflightwest.org.

Wyoming Fly-In
2024-08-17 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Calling all volunteer pilots! Join us for the Wyoming fly-in on August 17, hosted by Sheridan Pilots Association in Sheridan, Wyo. Bring the family, network with other pilots, and enjoy lunch together.
RSVP below. Reach out to Wyoming Wing Leader Pete Joskow at afwWyomingWing@angelflightwest.org or Russell Stearns at russells@angelflightwest.org.

Upcoming Forum at Galvin Flying - Pilots with a Mission
2024-08-17 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Pilots with a Mission – Forum @ Galvin Flying
We know you love to fly. Do you also want to help? AFW Board Member and volunteer pilot, Trevor Moody will be presenting this forum on how you can make a difference in someone’s life. Learn about what it takes to become a volunteer pilot and what types of missions are available.
Looking for other ways to help Angel Flight? Learn how you can support Angel Flight without flying volunteer missions. We look forward to seeing you there and supporting Angel Flight together!
Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Galvin Flying
7001 Perimeter Rd S, Seattle, WA 98108-3811, United States
https://mailchi.mp/galvinflying/february-forum-mission-possible-17979191?e=edc323ef4b

Pilot Preferences Town Hall
2024-08-21 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next lunchtime town hall meeting! This discussion takes place on Zoom on August 21 at 12:30 p.m. PST. Each town hall typically lasts between 30 and 45 minutes.

Click here to register

Topic: Pilot Preferences – Talk with our tech team about VPOIDS and how pilot preferences impact missions lists.

Submit your safety questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AFW Team

New Volunteer Info Session - Virtual Town Hall
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next lunchtime town hall meeting! This discussion takes place on Zoom on September 18 at 6:00 p.m. PST.

Click here to register

AFW volunteer pilot Tony Schwarz will share his experience flying with Angel Flight West and address some common questions or concerns pilots may have before flying a first mission. Since joining AFW in 2017, Tony has donated 92 flights for patients to access far-off medical care.

This town hall is targeted toward new and prospective AFW volunteer pilots, and those that are new to flying missions, but we encourage current Command Pilots to join to show support.

Please note, new volunteer info sessions will take place quarterly moving forward, rotating between evening and lunchtime offerings.

Town hall sessions last anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour. We anticipate this town hall lasting closer to an hour.

Submit your safety questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AFW Team

2024 AFW Annual Golf Classic
2024-09-27 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monarch Beach Golf Links, 50 Monarch Beach Resort Drive North, Dana Point, CA, 92629, United States
Come join us for a round that makes a difference and show your support for Angel Flight West. The AFW Golf Classic stands out as one of Southern California’s most thrilling annual golf events, offering various ways to get involved. Not only does this tournament promise participants a top-notch day of golf and networking, but it also directly contributes to AFW’s vital mission of providing free flights for individuals in need of critical medical care.

An AFW flight can mean the world to a patient heading to a clinical trial, a child with a congenital heart defect seeking specialized care, or an organ transplant recipient requiring crucial follow-up treatment. For these individuals and the countless others who rely on our assistance each year, Angel Flight West stands as a beacon of hope and support. Join us in making a difference one flight at a time.

DATE: Fri. September 27, 2024
LOCATION: Monarch Beach Golf Links 50 Monarch Beach Resort N, Dana Point, CA 92629
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

9:00 AM –  REGISTRATION
10:00 AM – SHOTGUN START
3:30 PM – COCKTAIL PAR-TEE AUCTION & PROGRAM

Click here to register!

Hangar Party Hosted by AVEX/TBMOPA
2024-09-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | CA
Friday, September 27 – Hangar Party – AVEX & TBMOPA are hosting a welcome reception before Saturday’s Runway 5K! This exciting hangar party takes place at Avex BJC from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Enjoy live music, dinner, and drinks — and dress up in your costume for a heavenly good time!
To assist with head counts for vendors, please reserve your spot as soon as possible.

Click here to view the flyer and to RSVP!

Run for the Angels 5K
2024-09-28 08:00 - 11:30 (America/Denver) | CA
Produced and presented by our partner HDR, the Run for the Angels 5K attracts hundreds of participants to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport each year. Your support helps Angel Flight West arrange thousands of donated flights for people to access their far-off medical care. Join us in-person in Broomfield, Colo. Or sign up as a virtual runner and choose your favorite running location!

Click here to register!

Colorado Fly-In
2024-09-29 | CA
Sunday, September 29 – Colorado Fly-In –

Current volunteers and those interested in learning more about Angel Flight West are invited to this year’s Colorado fly-in. Join us on September 29 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., hosted by Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in the Mt. Evans room. Bring the family, network with other pilots, participate in a safety session with FAAST Representative Maj. John Mitchell, CAP, and enjoy lunch together.

Safety Topic: The mental health of our pilots and crews and a review of the Five Basic Attitudes inherent in all aspects of flight.

The presentation is titled Missions with a Healthy (Mental) (Attitude) and applies to everyone involved with the flight; from pre-flight preparation, flight, and post flight. We will take a look at each of the attitudes and explore their effects on your mission assignment based on your experience, flight hours, credentials and where and how often you fly.

This will be interactive so come prepared to participate. The presentation is designed to be one hour in length so plan to come, become involved, ask questions and enjoy the fellowship of fellow aviators.

Please feel free to share these events with other potential volunteers and supporters. We hope to see you there!
Not involved with Angel Flight West? Come learn more about our charitable flying! Volunteer pilots choose when and how often they fly while making a life-changing difference to people across the West.
Registration is required.

Nevada Fly-In
2024-10-12 10:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Calling all volunteer pilots! Join us for the Nevada fly-in on October 12, hosted by Stellar Aviation in Reno, NV. Bring the family, network with other pilots, and enjoy lunch together. The fly-in takes place from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PST.
Registration is required – RSVP below! Reach out to Shawn Linch at afwNevadaWing@angelflightwest.org for more information.

Stellar Aviation
225 S Rock Blvd, Reno, NV 89502

Aviation Safety Session Town Hall
2024-10-23 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next lunchtime town hall meeting! This safety-focused discussion takes place on Zoom on Wednesday. October 23 at 12:30 p.m. PST. Town hall sessions last anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour. We anticipate this town hall lasting closer to an hour.
Click here to register for the next Zoom town hall meeting.
Topic: Safety Session – Meet AFW’s Safety Officers, debrief on past safety articles, and participate in Q&A.
This is open to current and prospective pilots.
Submit your safety questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AFW Team

Thankful Thursday Town Hall
2024-11-21 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Dear Volunteers,

Don’t forget to sign up for our Thankful Thursday Town Hall!
Help us celebrate the month of Thanksgiving by showing gratitude for the volunteer spirit that brings people to life-saving medical care. Let’s inspire each other, honor the dedication of our volunteers, and further our mission together.
For this town hall, we’re asking you to share your impactful Angel Flight West stories. Whether you’re a pilot, driver, or another part of the AFW community, your experience matters. Consider sharing about your first mission, a special friendship formed through gifted flights, or another touching mission moment. You’ll also have the opportunity to hear words of gratitude from a current AFW passenger at this town hall.
Details:

Your story can last anywhere from a few seconds to a couple of minutes.
We would love to know in advance if you plan to share – please reply directly to this email!
Want to share a photo with your story? Send it to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

Click here to register for the next Zoom town hall meeting.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AFW Team

Bondolio Olive Oil - Holiday Open House
2024-12-08 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bondolio Olive Oil Farm, 9352 Campbell Road,, Winters,, CA, 95694, United States
Bondolio Olive Oil – Holiday Open House —
Proceeds from pizza oven sales benefit Angel Flight West!
December 8 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Visit Bondolio.com/events to learn more.

New Volunteer Info Session
2025-01-23 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Ready to start the new year by making a difference? Our next New Volunteer Info Session is Thursday, January 23 at 12:30 p.m. PT — don’t forget to sign up! Click here to register!

Topic – New Volunteer Info Session: AFW volunteer pilot Andy Wheeler will share his experience flying with Angel Flight West and address some common questions or concerns pilots may have before flying a first mission. Since joining AFW in July, Andy has already gifted 22 flights for patients to access far-off medical care.

This town hall is targeted toward new and prospective AFW volunteer pilots, and those that are new to flying missions, but we encourage current Command Pilots to join to show support.

Please note, new volunteer info sessions take place quarterly. Town hall sessions last anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour.

Submit your questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

2025 Strategic Planning Retreat
2025-01-31 - 2025-02-01 | Henderson, Nevada, Henderson, Nevada
Please mark your calendars for Angel Flight West’s 2025 Strategic Planning Retreat, scheduled to take place in Henderson, Nevada, from January 31 to February 1.
Join us, along with wing leaders, staff, and fellow volunteers, for this valuable opportunity to connect, learn more about the organization, and contribute to planning for our future. This retreat is a time for developing fresh ideas and strategies to expand our services and amplify our impact. Together, we’ll set new goals, celebrate successes, and address challenges, with a focus on enhancing the support we provide to those in need.
Click here to RSVP! – RSVPs are due Monday, January 27 at noon PT.
Dates:
January 30 – Arrival
January 31 – February 1 – Retreat Sessions
February 2 – Departure
Hotel Information: Book by Thursday, January 2
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa | $159.00 USD per night
101 Montelago Blvd.
Henderson, NV 89011
*The hotel group deadline has passed – please contact the hotel directly to book.
As a volunteer with AFW, your presence is truly valued!
Reach out to retreat@angelflightwest.org with questions. This page will be updated as more details are confirmed.

Buckeye Air Fair
2025-02-14 - 2025-02-16 | CA
Join us at the Buckeye Air Fair this February! Reach out to AZ Wing Leader Alan Underwood if you’re interested in volunteering with AFW in the exhibit booth: AfwArizonaWing@angelflightwest.org.
https://www.buckeyeaz.gov/community/residents/events-in-buckeye/buckeye-air-fair

Town Hall - Aviation Safety with AFW Safety Officers
2025-02-25 12:30 - 13:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next lunchtime town hall meeting! This aviation safety-focused discussion takes place on Zoom on February 25 at 12:30 p.m. PST. Each town hall typically lasts between 30 and 45 minutes.

Topic: Safety Session – Meet AFW’s Safety Officers Alexi Stavropoulos, debrief on past safety articles, and participate in Q&A.
Submit your safety questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

AFW Team
Register here!

AZBAA Golf Benefit
2025-03-07 | CA
AZBAA returns to Talking Stick Golf Club in Scottsdale, AZ for its 23rd Annual Golf Benefit on Friday, March 7. Incoming Executive Director Mary Hunter and Director of Development Joslynn Skelton will be onsite representing Angel Flight West — let us know if you’ll be there!
Click here to learn more.
The Annual AZBAA Golf Benefit will take place Friday, March 7, 2025 at the beautiful Talking Stick Golf Club, in the city of Scottsdale, Arizona. Friday will begin with a 8:00 am bloody Mary & mimosa mixer and sign up with complementary practice balls at the driving range. The tournament will begin with a 9:00 am shotgun start. Golf will conclude around 2:00 pm and will be followed immediately by luncheon. The AZBAA will host a lunch buffet and awards ceremony, announcing winners of the tournament.

Angel Flight West Benefit Arizona Jet Center Hangar Party 2025
2025-03-22 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Scottsdale Airport, 14600 N Airport Dr,, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Located at Southwest Aero Hangar | Scottsdale Airport 14600 N Airport Dr, Scottsdale AZ

A FULL NIGHT OUT!

Dinner, music, live and silent auctions, Airplanes, cars, fine art

Presented by Jet Center Foundation
Benefitting Angel Flight West
For more information and to buy tickets: https://jetcenterevents.com/

New Volunteer Info Session
2025-04-01 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Don’t forget to sign up for our next New Volunteer Info Session, taking place Tuesday, April 1 at 6:00 p.m. PT. Click here to register!

Topic – New Volunteer Info Session: Kerry MacPherson, AFW volunteer pilot since 2023, will share his experience flying with Angel Flight West and address some common questions or concerns pilots may have before flying a first mission.

This town hall is targeted toward new and prospective AFW volunteer pilots, and those that are new to flying missions, but we encourage current Command Pilots to join to show support.

Please note, new volunteer info sessions take place quarterly. Town hall sessions last anywhere between 30 minutes and an hour.

Submit your questions in advance to townhall@angelflightwest.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!
