• Episode 45 - Soaring for a Cause: How Volunteer Flying Helps You Build Time, Connections, and Purpose

  • Nov 20 2024
  • Length: 18 mins
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Episode 45 - Soaring for a Cause: How Volunteer Flying Helps You Build Time, Connections, and Purpose

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  • n this episode of Fly the Transition, we dive into the powerful impact volunteer flying can have on your aviation career. Whether you're looking to build flight hours, expand your network, or simply give back to the community, flying for charity offers unique opportunities to achieve all three. From disaster relief missions to medical transport and veteran assistance, volunteer pilots are at the forefront of making a difference. We explore the key organizations involved in volunteer flying, such as Pilots N Paws, Angel Flight, and Aerobridge, highlighting the mission and requirements for each. Plus, we'll discuss the essential benefits of these flying opportunities, including the invaluable connections you’ll make with fellow pilots, aviation professionals, and those in need. In addition to the personal and professional rewards, we’ll cover the tax-deductible side of volunteer flying, offering insights into what you can claim, what documentation you’ll need, and why it’s crucial to consult with a tax professional. Join us as we navigate the world of volunteer flying, and learn how you can soar for a cause, build your hours, and make a real difference in the world. Don’t miss out on this inspiring and informative episode that combines aviation passion with giving back. Freedom Aviation Network: ⁠https://www.freedomaviationnetwork.org⁠ Veterans Airlift Command: https://veteransairlift.org Pilots N Paws: https://www.pilotsnpaws.org AeroBridge: https://aerobridge.org/ Angel Flight: https://www.angelflight.com/ AeroExploration: Check out Jim's new YouTube Channel. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AeroExploration⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Community: If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our Discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or social media. Social Media Handles: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.flyingmidwest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/flythetranstion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jim on Instagram: ⁠@flymidwestjim⁠ Email: ⁠Flythetransition@gmail.com⁠ Sponsor Information:Support our sponsors and affiliates who help make this podcast possible! Affiliate Links: Lightspeed Headsets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/?campaign=flyingmidwest23&ref=101⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Flying Eyes Sunglasses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://flyingeyesoptics.com/?ref=Flyingmidwest23⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Use code Flyingmidwest10 for 10% off your purchase Fly the Transition Merch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingmidwest.com/merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Contact Information: Do you have questions or comments about the show? Do you have an idea for a future episode? Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Reach out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠flythetransition@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or connect with Jim through social media or the website.
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