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Frequently Asked Questions

No.  In fact, the founder has spent over $120,000 out of his own pocket to cover the cost of airborne rescue missions.


FAA regulations prohibit non-commercial operations from accepting
 compensation.  We are not a “for-hire” organization as that would not comply with FAA regulations.

The graphic below is a basic indicator of our transport area. We work with other volunteers to transport outside of this range. 

Transport Map  

Sending and/or receiving rescues must be 501c3 non-profit organizations, or represented by such organizations. Animals must have applicable health certificates for interstate transport per USDA guidelines.  Our USDA number is 502564.

We are a 501c3 non-profit, that provides our services at no cost to other 501c3 rescue organizations, there is no charge for our services. Donations are always welcome.

No. We are non-profit, non-commercial operation; we are not a “for-hire” organization as that would not comply with FAA regulations. Our core focus has always been, and will always be, saving animals from euthanization at no cost to other 501c3 non-profit organizations.

Currently, a mixture of air and ground about 2 to 3 times per month, depending on shelter needs, weather, and logistical circumstances.

In our experiences, yes. We fly at altitudes below 10,000 feet so oxygen levels are not a concern.

 

The vibration tends to put them to sleep. Like humans, turbulence can cause upset stomachs and nausea, however this is a rare occurrence. In the majority of flights the animals simply curl up for a good nap.

Each mission is unique. To date, we have flown up to 33 animals by air and transported 52 by ground.

 

We crate animals based on multiple factors; puppies are always crated.

 

Animal temperaments are a critical component and validated for loading; if issues arise an animal may have to be crated individually or removed from a flight. High density flights usually result in 99% of animals being crated.

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