Hundreds of Pilots Sign Up To Provide Transport for Women’s Medical Care

Elevated Access offers free transportation in places where medical services are now more difficult to obtain.

Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 09:31 AM ET

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More than 700 pilots have registered to provide free transportation for medical care, including abortions and gender-affirming healthcare. [File photo: Shutterstock]

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Elevated Access is a new non-profit organization that coordinates volunteer general aviation pilots to provide free air transportation for individuals seeking medical care, including abortions and gender-affirming healthcare.
Founded by "Mike" to address limited healthcare access in rural areas, the initiative gained significant momentum, especially after Roe v. Wade was overturned, attracting over 700 registered pilots and more than $100,000 in donations.
Pilots undergo a stringent vetting process, including flight experience and an alignment with the organization's values, and work with established support groups to facilitate non-urgent travel while maintaining passenger privacy.

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More than 700 pilots have registered to provide free transportation for medical care, including abortions and gender-affirming healthcare, according to a new non-profit called Elevated Access.

The group plans to service rural areas to provide access to medical care, which may now be more difficult to get, depending on the state. Elevated Access says more than $100,000 has been donated to support the organization’s mission.