Medical and Humanitarian Flights - Lifeline Pilots
Lifeline Pilots coordinate free flights for passengers who need to travel a long distance to non-emergency medical treatment and air travel for humanitarian purposes. Humanitarian flights are on a case-by-case basis. Flights are typically facilitated in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. When a departure or destination is beyond the service area, Lifeline Pilots will partner with other volunteer pilot organizations to serve those in need. All flights are provided by volunteer pilots. Pilot volunteers are accepted, and specific eligibility apply.
Last assured
08/19/2024
Physical Address
4507 North Sterling Avenue, Peoria, IL 61615
Hours
9 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Application process
Call for more information; visit website to complete a Flight Request Form or for more information about volunteer pilots
Required documents
Flight Request Form/registration form; fax number of physician's office; physician's release form; verification of income
Eligibility
Residents of Minnesota must meet all requirements: - Have a non-emergency medical or humanitarian need far from home (usually between 100-1,000 miles from home) - Have a financial or medical need for assistance - Have their own transportation to and from the airport - Provide a doctor's name and fax number for Lifeline Pilots to contact for a Physician's Release - Be able to fly in a small, 4-6 seat, non-pressurized aircraft - Be able to board the aircraft with minimal assistance - Be able to sit upright in the standard aircraft seat - Be willing to sign a liability release form
Service area
MN
Agency info
Lifeline Pilots
Provides free medical and humanitarian flights to those in need