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YES, ABSOLUTELY!
Here are some below that I have either used, confirmed, or had friends who have used. At the time of this writing the information was current but these programs change all the time. If you become aware of any changes in names, numbers, etc. to the programs listed below please let me know so we can update the information.
I think, after talking with many patients, that SouthWest is the easiest program to use and the Airline that offers more patients the best deal. They are very helpful and always seem willing to go the extra mile to aid patietns in need. I would suggest trying them first. Also it is important to note that many of these programs begin in January and have a set budget so quite a few may be out of money come October or November so once you know you have a need, get your request in early!
American Airlines Frequent Traveler Special Program
Attention: Miles for Kids
M.D. 1394
P. O. 619616
Dallas Fort Worth Airport, TX 75261-9616
1-800-433-7300
Debbie Ryan Fax: 817-931-6890
Operation Lift Off TWA
Contact persons: Liz Martin, Brian Zahorik
Phone: 314-895-5563, Fax: 314-895-5550
Skywish Delta Airlines
Contact person: Ruth Ann Robinson
Phone: 703-836-7112, ext 285
This is run by United Way of America.
Southwest Charitable Ticket / Southwest Airlines
Contact person: Debbie Wafford at 214-792-7943 For information, this line will explain how to get the forms. Once you fill out the form, send it in, one from you and one from your Doctor. They review the forms, then make their decision and contact you. If they approve they will send the patient one free round-trip ticket and sometimes will send vouchers towards the loved ones ticket if that person is needed at the treatment.
Need to do this WAY in advance because it is a busy program.
AirLifeLine - is funded in part by Ronald McDonald's House of Charities.
This is an organization of experienced pilots that provide free round trip air transport for needy adults and children who require care and are able to travel.
Phone: 1-800-446-1231
Small 4-seater aircraft with limited range of approximately six hours flying time. Very helpful.
National Patient Air Transport Helpline
The NATIONAL PATIENT TRAVEL HELPLINE provides information about all forms of charitable, long-distance medical air transportation and provides referrals to all appropriate sources of help available in the national charitable medical air transportation network.
Provides information and referrals for those who must find a way to travel considerable distances for specialized evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and/or recovery necessitated by illness or accident.
PatientTravel.org is a continuation of the original National Patient Air Travel HELPLINE (NPATH) site which has been serving patients since 1998. This site now receives more than 4,000 visits per month.
The availability of charitable, long-distance medical air transportation in the U.S. is growing rapidly. More than 41,500 patients and their escorts will be served during calendar year 2005.
This web site is a service of the National Patient Travel Center - the facility housing all the programs of Mercy Medical Airlift - a national charity. The Center is in Virginia Beach, Virginia and provides a variety of services to those seeking a way to travel long-distances for specialized medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
The National Patient Travel HELPLINE can be reached on 1-800-296-1217. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Information on this web site can also help you understand the availability of resources that help patients in time of transportation need. Thank you for allowing us to be of service.
Phone: 1-800-296-1217
http://www.patienttravel.org/
Mercy Medical Airlift and Children's Transport for life (see connection above)
Phone: 1-888 675 1405
Jean was who I dealt with. Fantastic organization! They take basic information from you including fax number for your Doctor, details on your flight needs. They fax a form to your Dr for basic diagnosis and "fitness to fly". Then call you back once they receive the ok to fly and arrange the details on the flight. Even arranged flights for loved one with no problem. Highest marks!
http://www.mercymedical.org/
Angel Flight
Angel Flight® America (AFA) provides access for people in need seeking free air transportation to specialized health care facilities or distant destinations due to family, community or national crisis.
Will provide free air transportation up to 1,500 air miles for those who are in need of medical treatment.
Santa Monica, CA
Contact Information
Web: http://www.angelflightamerica.org/
Email: info@angelflight.org
877-621-7177
http://www.bridges4kids.org/Disabilities/Transport.html
Children's Flight of Hope, Inc.
Non-profit organization that will provide free air transportation to and from a medical facility for treatment to children with critical medical needs.
Cary, NC
Contact Information
Web: http://www.childrensflightofhope.org/
Email: info@childrensflightofhope.org
Children's Flight of Hope, Inc.
130 Edinburgh South Drive, Suite 203
Cary, NC 27511
phone: (919) 466-8593
fax: (919) 460-8160
email: info@childrensflightofhope.org
U.S. Department of Transportation Air Travel Hotline
Toll Free Hotline for air travelers with disabilities. Air travelers who want information about the rights of persons with disabilities in air travel or who experience disability-related air travel service problems may call the Hotline to obtain assistance at 1-800-778-4838 (voice) or 1-800-455-9880 (TTY).
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