Giving a little back with Fun Flight and Michel Verheem
We were joined on the Australian Aviation podcast by Michel Verheem.
In 2007 Michel was on a landmark personal development course and he was tasked with setting up a community event.
After a series of things not playing out the way that he wanted for his original idea, he decided that organising an aviation-based event for sick and underprivileged kids was the way to go.
As you listen to Michel’s story, I think you will agree, that he really did underestimate the strength of the Australian Aviation community.
When the local Aero Clubs and pilots heard all about the event they rallied behind the cause and the first Fun Flight was borne.
Fast forward to today and thousands of kids have been take for their first flight in a light plane and in many cases their first flight ever.
Aero Clubs, aircraft owners and pilots all across the country have supported the cause over the years and Fun Flight has brought a lot of joy to both the children and parents alike.
I was also lucky enough to speak with Julia Sawer whose son Blair suffers from cerebral palsy. Blair and his family live near Warnervale airport in NSW and he loves nothing more that spotting all the GA movements nearby, so when he was given the opportunity to fly with Fun Flight it really was a dream come true for him.
Listen in as both Michel and Julia talk about their experience.