Can a family member go as a guardian?
Yes, a family member can go as a paying guardian as we have a one-to-one ratio of Guardian to one veteran.
How much does it cost?
Cost is free for Veterans. Guardians varies per flight. Estimate now is around $550.00.
Can I make a donation to Honor Flight?
Honor Flight gratefully accepts donations from anyone EXCEPT WWII Veterans. We feel that Vets have given enough. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization, and donations are tax-deductible.
How do you decide which veterans get to go?
Veterans are flown on a “first-come, first-served basis.” Within the applicants, top priority is given to WWII Veterans and all other veterans with terminal illness. Our second priority is to Korean War Veterans and then Vietnam Veterans.
How are you funded?
Sadly, despite our best attempts at fundraising, Honor Flight receives no corporate or government sponsorship. Our funding comes primarily from individuals across the country that recognize the great accomplishments and sacrifices of Veterans and want them to see their memorial before it’s too late. Other significant contributors have been fraternal organizations like local American Legion, VFW, Am Vets, DAV, MOPH, posts and chapters. Please see our Donors List.
We are a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization, and donations are tax-deductible.
We are a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable organization, and donations are tax-deductible.
What if the veteran is on oxygen or will need a wheelchair?
WHEELCHAIRS — Wheel chairs will be provided by Southwest Florida Honor Flight.
OXYGEN — SWFHF does not provide Oxygen at this time. Use and care of an Oxygen concentrator is the responsibility of the veteran.
OXYGEN — SWFHF does not provide Oxygen at this time. Use and care of an Oxygen concentrator is the responsibility of the veteran.
Are terminally ill WWII Veterans given any special priority?
YES! Such veterans go to the top of the list for the next flight departing to Washington DC. Not only are WWII Veterans given this top priority, but any terminally ill Korean or Vietnam Veteran, who has never been able to visit their memorial, are given the same priority.
How can I start an HFN Hub in my part of the country?
I’m glad you asked! Please call us at 937 521-2400 and ask to speak with the Chairman of the Board – 614-558-6220 [email protected]
Who is in charge of the program?
Throughout the United States there are several programs that operate in conjunction with Honor Flight. The individual program directors are part of a partnership called the Honor Flight Network. This governing body establishes general protocols, policies, credentialing, and maintains a national website and oversight of several programs. The Honor Flight program was founded by Earl Morse. The program is based out of Springfield Ohio. Honor Flight Headquarters can be reached at 937 521-2400, or email at [email protected].
The mailing address is:
Honor Flight, Inc
300 East Auburn Ave
Springfield, OH 45505-4703
The mailing address is:
Honor Flight, Inc
300 East Auburn Ave
Springfield, OH 45505-4703
