Story by Jet Fabara | 340th Flying Training Group | 08.28.2024
The Pilot for a Day program is usually a community outreach initiative conducted by various military bases across the U.S. that offers children with serious illnesses a day of excitement and distraction from their medical challenges by giving them an opportunity to tour military facilities, interact with service members, and engage in activities that simulate the experience of being a pilot.......
Story by Airman 1st Class Benjamin Riddle | 62nd Airlift Wing | 07.17.2024
The annual McChord “Pilot for a Day” program provides a child with a catastrophic disease the opportunity to live out their life-long dream of joining the ranks of steadfast Airmen before them in becoming a pilot. Additionally, these courageous youths have the opportunity to share these exciting and memorable experiences with their loved ones. For Team McChord, the smile of a child like......
Story by Senior Airman Brook Sumonja | 190th Air Refueling Wing | 07.10.2024
Imagine navigating a world without sight, where every experience is painted not with colors and shapes, but with the symphony of sounds and the texture of touch. For Mac Carr, this sensory realm is not just a way of life but a profound gift that allows him to resonate deeply with every encounter....
Story by Senior Airman Tyrone Thomas | 316th Wing | 12.15.2023
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. – The base welcomed 13-year-old Jeremiah Hawkins as the 34th “Pilot for a Day” participant from the Check-6 Foundation, Dec. 15....
Story by Staff Sgt. Gaspar Cortez | 48th Fighter Wing | 10.27.2023
The Pilot for a Day program started in 2012 and gives sick children a break from routine hospital visits and a chance to see what the U.S. Air Force does. Ethan Ridd and his family participate in the program at RAF Lakenheath, England, Oct. 27, 2023....
Story by Airman 1st Class Mason Hargrove | 56th Fighter Wing | 10.20.2023
The 56th Fighter Wing welcomed Isaac “Axe-Man” Salinas from Make-A-Wish Arizona to become a pilot for a day, Oct. 13, 2023, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The Pilot for a Day program aims to provide children from Make-A-Wish with an uplifting experience and a break from their daily challenges....
Story by Airman 1st Class Madeline Baisey | 375th Air Mobility Wing | 02.24.2023
The Check-6 foundation and Airmen from Scott Air Force base worked to give a 11-year-old the experience of a life time with their Pilot for a Day program. Avery, a 5th grader from Hartburg, MO., lost his leg in an accident when he was two. But, like other kids his age, he loves to play baseball and football. He also has a unique love for aviation. And, thanks to various units across the......
Story by 1st Lt. Briell Zweygardt | 190th Air Refueling Wing | 10.24.2022
The 190th ARW and Stormont Vail Health partnered together to host a Pilot for a Day program, October 24, 2022. Stormont Vail Health selected Tinley Benyshek, age 6, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at 3 years old....
