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Review for Veterans Airlift Command, Saint Louis Park, MN, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I love what VAC does, and I love it when I'm able to fly a mission for a veteran and/or a Vet's family. My last mission was a bust because of a mechanical issue with the plane and I felt really badly for having let them down. This was on December 26 and involved flying up to Northern Arkansas to pick up a Vet and his wife and fly them to San Antonio. They had originated in the morning near Chicago and were headed back to BAMC after a Christmas break. To make a long and somewhat technical story short, but mid morning, I realized the plane was never going to be able to make the trip and I called HQ to give them the bad news. They put out their equivalent of an APB and - incredibly - within 10 minutes had the leg covered! It is a complete testament to the organization, and the pilots that this type of quick reaction to a problem can be solved.

What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...

two fold...the mission is noble, and I am honored to help somehow. Secondly, the people with VAC are great - they are understanding and are quick to respond.

How frequently have you been involved with the organization?

About every six months

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2009

Role:  Volunteer & Volunteer my airplane and associated costs and my time as a pilot to fly Veterans to and from hospital visits and other recuperation based events.