Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic
“Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic” by Suzanne Rhodes, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2008, is an illustrated exploration of a unique charitable initiative that began in 1972. This book details how two pilots, a federal engineer and a church pastor, combined their passion for aviation and service to create what is now known as Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic. The narrative traces the evolution of this organization from its origins as a shuttle service for religious leaders to a comprehensive air ambulance operation that connects patients with specialized medical treatment across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Readers will find a thorough account of the growth of Angel Flight, highlighting the dedication of over 1,500 volunteer pilots who utilize their private planes to assist those in need. The book emphasizes themes of philanthropy and community service, illustrating how the organization coordinates missions of mercy from its Virginia Beach offices. With 127 pages of engaging content, “Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic” provides insight into the intersection of aviation and social good, making it a valuable resource for those interested in history, transportation, and charitable efforts in the United States.
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In 1972, two pilots–one a federal career engineer, the other the pastor of a prominent church in Washington, D.C.–discovered a common passion for flying airplanes and serving people. One day over lunch, the men conceived a flight plan, one that would undergo many changes before becoming Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic, as it is known today. Ed Boyer of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Dr. Louis Evans, pastor of the National Presbyterian Church, discussed how to pool their interests and qualifications. From its beginnings as a charitable shuttle service for religious leaders and dignitaries, to full-scale charitable air ambulance operations, to Angel Flights for ambulatory patients, the initial vision has grown into a network of over 1,500 volunteer pilots in the Mid-Atlantic region who use their private planes to fly people in need to specialized treatment. Angel Flight coordinates missions of mercy from its offices in Virginia Beach, helping patients to find “the shortest distance between home and hope.”
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