Community Impact
News releases
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Aviation Community Unites for Special Olympics Airlift
The Airlift reflects the power of community, dignity and belonging at a national scale. These videos capture the people, moments and relationships that made it possible in 2026.
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Special Olympics athletes begin journey home as Special Olympics Airlift return flights launch
Textron Aviation concludes the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, with Cessna and Beechcraft volunteer pilots flying athletes home from St. Paul.
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Special Olympics Airlift takes flight nationwide; Dove 1 arrives at St. Paul Downtown Airport
Approximately 130 Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft and volunteer pilots mobilize to transport more than 800 Special Olympics athletes and coaches to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
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City of Wichita recognizes Textron Aviation-led Airlift that brings Cessna and Beechcraft community together for Spec...
The City of Wichita has issued a proclamation recognizing Special Olympics Airlift Month, honoring a signature aviation initiative rooted in the city’s aviation heritage and led by Textron Aviation...
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Textron Aviation launches donation campaign to support 2026 Special Olympics Airlift; continues nationwide call for v...
Textron Aviation invites individuals, organizations and suppliers across the country to contribute to Special Olympics in support of the Airlift. Donations to the Special Olympics, a 501(c)(3) char...
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Omani and Jeanie Carson named inaugural departure day Dove 1 for 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, donating aircraft and...
As departure day Dove 1, the Carsons will guide the first aircraft lifting off from Minneapolis’ Twin Cities on Saturday, June 27, reuniting athletes with their families, hometowns and communities ...