Operational and hospitality support will span 17 locations, helping to transport athletes and coaches across the US while creating a seamless and celebratory journey experience.

Within the Airlift operation, each volunteer aircraft is called ‘Dove’, with ‘Dove 1’ being assigned to the lead aircraft.

Organised by Textron, the Special Olympics Airlift mobilises volunteer Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft owners and pilots to create the world's largest peacetime airlift, offering a unique experience to athletes.