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VFW Lone Eagle

The Honor Flight Network’s mission is to fly World War II Veterans to Washington DC to visit THEIR Memorial.  In order to accomplish this, we hope someday to have Honor Flight Network (HFN) Hubs across America.  We are encouraging veterans throughout the United States to submit applications because it is our ultimate goal that ALL capable World War II Veterans travel with us.

It is a slow process to create hubs across the country; however, time is not on our side as approximately 1,200 WWII Veterans pass away every day.  As a result, we have initiated another veteran classification we call “Lone Eagles.”  A Lone Eagle is a WWII Veteran whose application has been in our national office for six months or more, yet they do not live close to one of our existing hub cities. Our definition of “close” is within a 120 mile radius of the airport used by the closest hub.  The National Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) also feels that isolated WWII Veterans throughout our great country are also deserving of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit THEIR memorial.  They are parterning with HFN to fund Lone Eagle trips for veterans who had previously given up all hope of ever experiencing America's "Thank You" for their service.  We can't thank the WWII Veterans and the VFW enough for their commitment and generosity." 

When we discover a veteran who qualifies for this program, we will make every attempt to fly them from a large commercial airport nearest their home. Mr. James McLaughlin, Honor Flight President, is responsible for arranging transportation and guardians for all of our Lone Eagle Veterans.

 All WWII Veterans require close observation from a traveling companion called a “Guardian.”  This is not a legal term, but a title.  A WWII Veteran must have ONE next-generation guardian, willing to escort the veteran to DC.  For a donation of $300, Honor Flight will provide the guardian with transportation, meals, lodging, etc.  The guardian must be competent to attend to the physical needs of the veteran.  If overnight stays are required, we will book a room with two double beds so the guardian can stay with the veteran. The guardian needs to complete a guardian application and write "Lone Eagle Guardian" at the top of the page.  Spouses of veterans can NOT serve as guardians. 

If the veteran requires oxygen, a prescription for the oxygen must be provided by the veteran’s healthcare provider, identifying the delivery method (mask or nasal cannula), frequency (as needed or continuously), and the rate of delivery (2-3 liters per minute).  Honor Flight will provide an FAA approved oxygen concentrator for use during the trip.  We also provide oxygen cylinders to be used at the memorials.  If overnight stays are required, we will provide an overnight concentrator to use in the hotel room.  Veterans on oxygen are required to have oxygen cylinders available from their home to the departure airport and also on the return from their local airport back to their homes.  No oxygen cylinders are permitted to be used on the aircraft. 

As always, the veteran is not required to pay for ANYTHING, unless they choose to purchase souvenirs. They have paid enough with their service to this country.

What is the first step?  Turn in an application!  The second step would be to contact our offices if you have not been called for a flight, but have been on the waiting list for over 6 months.

If you would like more information about this special program, please contact Mr. McLaughlin at (614) 237-3086 or (614) 558-6220 or e-mail him at president@honorflight.org.

 

NAME (As it appears on your ID) *
DATE RECEIVED *
E-MAIL ADDRESS *
ADDRESS *
CITY *
STATE *
E-mail Address: *
ZIP *
DAYTIME PHONE *
EVENING PHONE *
CELL PHONE
OCCUPATION *
ARE YOU A VETERAN? *YES
NO
IF SO, PLEASE INDICATE BRANCH & WHEN AND WHERE YOU SERVED.
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT HONOR FLIGHT? *
WHY ARE YOU VOLUNTEERING FOR HONOR FLIGHT? *
PLEASE LIST ANY PRIOR VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE *
PLEASE LIST ONE (1) PERSONAL REFFERENCES: NAME *
ADDRESS *
CITY *
STATE *
ZIP *
E-MAIL ADDRESS
DAYTIME PHONE *
EVENING PHONE *
RELATIONSHIP TO APPLICANT *
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME: *
EMERGENCY CONTACT ADDRESS *
CITY *
STATE *
ZIP *
E-MAIL ADDRESS
DAYTIME PHONE *
EVENING PHONE *
RELATIONSHIP TO APPLICANT *
PLEASE IDENTIFY THE CITY (IES) FROM WHICH YOU WOULD BE ABLE TO FLY AS A GUARDIAN *
ARE YOU REQUESTING TO TRAVEL WITH A SPECIFIC VETERAN, IF POSSIBLE? *YES
NO
IF YES, PLEASE NAME THE VETERAN: (Please note that completed veteran application must be submitted separetely.
CAN YOU LIFT 100 POUNDS? *YES
NO
PLEASE IDENTIFY ANY PHYSICAL DISABILITIES, RESTRICTIONS AND/OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS THAT WOULD LIMIT YOUR ABILITY TO FULFILL THE DUTIES OF A GUARDIAN. ALSO, PLEASE LIST ANY MEDICATIONS BEING TAKEN & HOW OFTEN. *
PLEASE NOTE ANY MEDICAL EXPERIENCE YOU MAY HAVE (E.G., EMT, CPR, PARAMEDICS, ETC.) *
WHAT IS YOUR AGE? *
TEE SHIRT SIZE *
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING:

1. As photographic and video equipment are frequently used to memorialize and document Honor Flight, Inc. trips and events, I understand my image may appear in a public forum, such as the media or a website, to acknowledge, promote or advance the work of the Honor Flight, Inc. program.  I hereby release the photographer and Honor Flight, Inc. from all claims and liability relating to said photographs.  I hereby give permission for my images captured during Honor Flight, Inc. activities through video, photo, or other media, to be used solely for the purposes of Honor Flight, Inc. promotional material and publications, and waive any rights or compensation or ownership thereto.

2. I further state that medical insurance is the responsibility of the veteran and I understand that Honor Flight, Inc. does NOT provide medical care.  I understand that I accept all risks associated with travel and other Honor Flight, Inc. activities and will not hold Honor Flight, Inc. responsible for any injuries incurred by me while participating in the Honor Flight, Inc. program.

3.  By submitting this form, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to all statements made above and this application is complete to the best of my knowledge.  All applications submitted on-line will be required to be signed prior to the actual flight.

* Required