Have you ever wanted to play Santa Claus in your personal Cessna, Piper, or Beech sled? Well here’s your opportunity to spread Christmas cheer across the State of Michigan!
For more than 40 years, Operation Good Cheer has made a difference in the lives of foster care children living in all corners of Michigan. “OGC” as it is referred to locally has brightened the holiday season for more than 5,200 children using 70 social service agencies, 290 sponsoring individuals, families, and companies, 20 trucking companies and 25 community airports. And — nearly 300 aircraft and hundred of general aviation pilots!
If you happen to be one of the goodhearted pilots with an interest in serving the community on Saturday, December 5th — read on! Your help is needed for the “Spirit of Good Cheer” flight which brings the gifts from Oakland County International Airport to airports and deserving children across the State. Does your plane have a turbine? Maybe a propeller? Are you instrument rated? Or not? Those are all minor details as all licensed pilots of any aircraft are welcome to join the team! If you are interested, take a look here for information on the airport, the procedure, and to RSVP to give the team a heads up that you are coming: http://www.cfsm.org/spirit-of-good-cheer
I have participated in OGC several times and I can say its one of the best times I’ve had while flying. The team, the pilots, and the children are all upbeat, happy, and helpful. So, if you have some time considering donating some of your time — you won’t be disappointed!
