After years of flying volunteer missions, Robert Johnson witnessed firsthand the impact of Operation Airdrop’s mission after Hurricane Melissa.

AeroAngel's nearly 500 flights and $10 million in in-kind donations have made a life-changing impact for critically ill children—including 11-year-old Jenna Teachman, a recent recipient of their support as she battles pancreatic cancer.

According to EASA, business, commercial and general aviation in Europe used more than 6.1 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in 2024, cutting carbon emissions by an amount equivalent to 10,000 flights between Madrid and Paris.

Business aviation continues to play a critical role in transporting needed supplies to Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.

Brad Pierce, CEO of Orlando-based Restaurant Equipment World and AERObridge volunteer, has been using business aviation to bring much needed equipment and supplies to Jamaica, since the island nation was devastated by Hurricane Melissa in October 2025.

Speaking at the company’s safety standdown, representatives with the Montreal-based airframer pointed to increases in supply and demand for sustainable aviation fuels, which reduce lifetime carbon emissions from business aircraft by up to 80% over legacy fuels.