The AIR CARE 2025 conference brought together passionate individuals and organizations from across the Public Benefit Flying (PBF) community for a full day of learning, collaboration, and celebration in Nashville, Tennessee. Hosted by Freedom Aviation Network and Angel Flight Soars, the conference welcomed representatives from Volunteer Pilot Organizations (VPOs) nationwide.
The conference kicked off in style with a rooftop welcome reception sponsored by Angel Flight Soars, setting the tone for a warm and collegial gathering. Special thanks to Flying Angels for their support as a bronze sponsor!
Attendees explored a wide range of topics designed to strengthen and support their missions, including:
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Legal & Regulatory Updates with Jeff Kahn
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Service Awareness & Safety Development led by ACA’s Mark Hanson
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Serving Victims of Crime presented by Jared Miller of Freedom Aviation Network
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Canine Companions Transport Opportunities with Anne-Marie Daniels
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Disaster Response Review with Rol Murrow & Angel Flight Soars
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Business Continuity Planning 101 with Jeremy Gudgeon, CBCP
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Mastering Media Relations with Julia Bruck of MP&F
Breakout sessions gave attendees the chance to dive deeper—whether discussing pilot-coordinator dynamics or sharing challenges and solutions in a leadership roundtable. The day concluded with a lively evening social at The Listening Room Café, featuring good food, great music, and even better company.
AIR CARE 2025 was a testament to the strength and dedication of the PBF community—and a reminder of what we can achieve when we come together to fly with purpose.