Watch the largest peacetime airlift in action

Hundreds of Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft owners and operators from around the country donated the use of their aircraft to ensure athletes from around the country traveled safely for this year’s games.

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Between the organized college and high school programs, the company is hosting nearly 500 interns for two months of learning across all business areas.

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Hundreds of athletes arrive safely in Orlando thanks to the Special Olympics Airlift event

Over 800 Special Olympics athletes and their coaches arrived safely and efficiently in Orlando for the 2022 USA Games thanks to Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker customers.

View news archive

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Watch the largest peacetime airlift in action

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The send-off party is a moment these athletes will never forget.

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Over 800 Special Olympics athletes and their coaches arrived safely and efficiently in Orlando for the 2022 USA Games thanks to Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker customers.

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Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

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