What is a flight angel?

A flight angel is a volunteer who flies with a rescued pet in-cabin (as their carry-on). The flight angel is ONLY responsible for safe transport to and from the airport destinations, and has no obligation to pay for the transport, supplies, or to foster or adopt the pet.



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There are no costs of any kind to fly with us. Our volunteer pilots fly their own private or rented aircraft and pay for fuel and for all other flight-related expenses. Our pilots donate their time, resources, and piloting skills to make critically needed travel possible without any cost to you.

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We will arrange free air transportation for any legitimate, charitable, medically related need. This service is available to individuals and to health care organizations.

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The railway became officially known as Angel's Flight in 1912 after Eddy sold the railway to the Funding Company of California. The words “Angel's Flight” had always been painted atop the Hill Street Arch, and the new owners renamed it accordingly.

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Since opening in 1901, Angels Flight has become a historical landmark. The railway transports passengers on a short ride between Hill Street and Grand Avenue on Bunker Hill. Visitors can ride the world's shortest railway every day from 6:45 AM to 10 PM, including weekends and holidays.

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This benefit varies from airline to airline. Family members may fly free when space is available or at discounted rates. Flying stand-by is a common benefit, but it can be challenging when there is a group. Some airlines provide “buddy passes” to pilots to share with friends and families.

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A prominent landmark and tourist attraction, Angels Flight is a 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow gauge funicular railway. Situated in the Bunker Hill district of Downtown Los Angeles, California, it has two funicular cars, which are known as Olivet and Sinai.

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High Paying Pilot Jobs
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Traditionally a pilot at a regional airline might start out earning less than $50,000 per year, but get hired on by a major airline and that goes up quickly into the six figures, and well over $300,000 for senior captains flying widebody aircraft overseas. Some earn over $400,000.

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