Who gets to go on an Honor Flight?
Within the applicants, top priority is currently given to World War II veterans and all other veterans with terminal illness. Our second priority is to Korean War veterans and then Vietnam War veterans. How are you funded? Honor Flight Network Network receives no national, government sponsorship.
How do you get chosen for Honor Flight?
Veterans are chosen based on when they served in the US Military. Currently first priority is given to WWII veterans, followed by Korea War veterans. Veterans within the same war era are prioritized by the date that the application is received. Veterans serving between war eras are also eligible.
How much does it cost to send a veteran on Honor Flight?
FREE
A: The cost is FREE for the veterans. You do not need to bring any money, unless you intend to purchase souvenirs.
How much does it cost for Honor Flight?
The cost is FREE for World War II, terminally ill veterans, and Korean War veterans. You do not need to bring any money, unless you intend to purchase souvenirs. Guardians pay their expenses on the trip which is approximately $600.
How many veterans are usually on each Honor Flight?
We typically assign two veterans to each guardian. Decisions such as who will serve as guardians and how many guardians will be needed are the sole responsibility of the program director.
How do you volunteer for honor flights?
Where and When to Greet The flight information in our emails and on the this website contains all the information we have on any given flight.
What is Honor Flight program?
What is Honor Flight? The Honor Flight Network’s main purpose is to provide veterans with the opportunity to visit memorials dedicated to their services at no cost to them. The cost of the guardian is covered by the Trilogy Foundation. The Trip includes transportation to Washington, D. C., deluxe tour bus service, meals, snacks, and t-shirts, among many other amenities.
What are the requirements for Honor Flight?
– Terminally Ill Veterans – WW II: December 7, 1941- December 31, 1946 – Korean War: June 25, 1950 – January 31, 1955 – Vietnam War: February 28, 1961 – May 7, 1975 – Lebanon/Grenada: August 24, 1982 – July 31, 1984 – Panama: December 20, 1989 – January 31, 1990 – Gulf War/War on Terrorism: August 2, 1990 – Present
What is North Country Honor Flight?
North Country Honor Flight is a member of the Honor Flight Network, bringing World War II and Korean War Veterans from Upstate New York to Washington D.C. to visit the World War II Memorial and to show our respect and appreciation for their service.