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Soar into Elegance at the Refuge Air Ranch

Touch down on a 5,850' x 75' private runway-complete with AWOS, PAPI lights, and a GPS/LNav approach-at the Refuge Air Ranch, a luxurious 11,000-square-foot hangar home in Alpine/Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Surrounded by 3 million acres of pristine National Forests, the majestic Tetons, and the shimmering Palisades Lake, this fly-in retreat blends Western charm with refined elegance for a five-day, four-night escape.

A High-Flying Western Adventure

Nestled at the confluence of three world-class fly-fishing rivers in Wyoming's breathtaking Star Valley, the Refuge offers access to the Wind River Range and winter skiing at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Grand Targhee Resort-premier skiing and snowmobile 'heaven.' Wildlife and scenery that will take your breath away await.

Exclusive 2025 Endeavor Award Experience

Join former AOPA president and honoree Mark Baker for a private lunch at his Driggs hangar home-or host him at your home on the Refuge. Mark calls it "the most majestic fly-in retreat I've ever experienced.

Savor Western Hospitality

Your fully catered stay includes house manager Susanna "Susi" Evertsen, a real Western cowgirl, plus daily cleaning and custom activity planning. Enjoy a gourmet wild game dinner with two bottles of Funk Family Claret, blended at Napa Valley Reserve, and a homemade peach pie by your host, Susi.

Adventures for Aviators & Outdoorsmen

Aviation Thrills: R66 helicopter tours, Pipistrel glider rides, and take a spin, literally, in a Gamebird, a world-leading aerobics plane built by Philipp Steinbach and Steuart Walton (hours mutually arranged).

Western Summer Fun: Raft the wild Snake River, fly-fish in pristine waters, test your aim with skeet and archery, bike scenic trails, hike stunning vistas, spot diverse wildlife, and tackle rugged off-road adventures.

Winter Thrills: Blaze through powder on guided snowmobile tours, trek with snowshoes, carve the slopes skiing at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee, or glide through serene trails with cross-country skiing

Aviator Connection: Meet fellow pilots and explore unique aircraft.

Elegant Amenities

Relax with a full gym (Peloton, Tonal), chef's kitchen, sauna, cold plunge, pickleball, and 85" TVs. Golf at Snake River Sporting Club.

Your Home in the Sky

It accommodates 8 guests (pets welcome). Please forgive our family use at Christmas, New Year's, and the Fourth of July, though priority access is yours if available.

Fly In. Unwind. Live the Legend

The Refuge Air Ranch is an aviation and outdoor paradise where Western spirit meets splendor. Come experience what all past guests rave about - an aviation and outdoor paradise.

Come experience what past guests call an aviation and outdoor paradise.

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BackCountry Flying Experience with Mark Baker in Driggs, ID

Two-Night Stay at Mark Baker's Hangar Home, located at Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport in beautiful Driggs, ID. Enjoy the comfort and charm of this unique, aviation-themed accommodation while being surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.

Teton Mountain Flying Experience with Mark Baker himself. This package offers the perfect blend of adventure, learning, and relaxation, set against the stunning backdrop of the Tetons. Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of mountain flying with one of the most respected names in aviation.

This package includes

• Two nights' accommodations, all meals, and two days of flying (weather dependent).

• Dates to be agreed upon by both parties

• All flying is weather-dependent.

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The Ultimate Aloha Experience by the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Plan your island dream vacation and experience the aviation history of Hawaii. Experience the spirit of Aloha with a four-night stay in a top resort on the shores of Oahu. Home to the capital of Hawaii (Honolulu) and within it, the famous Waikiki Beach, there is something for everyone on Oahu.

As a VIP guest of the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, enjoy exclusive tours of all Pearl Harbor's historical sites, as well as entry to the Museum's gala in December. Get ready for an exhilarating trip as you take to the beaches and the skies in this iconic place of aviation history and tropical paradise.

The Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum offers a can't-miss stop on your pilgrimage to Pearl Harbor. The Museum's mission is to preserve the history and tell the stories of Dec. 7, 1941. Spanning two historic WWII-era hangars filled with aircraft, exhibits, and artifacts of the men and women who gave their lives for freedom, and the newly restored Ford Island Control Tower.

Terms & Conditions:

• Must be redeemed by May 9, 2026, with mutually agreed-upon dates.

Alaska Airlines Vouchers

• 2 round-trip first-class tickets on Alaska Airlines.
• Tickets just need to be booked by the expiration date of September 2025, but the guest can fly up to 330 days from the expiration date, which means they can travel into 2026.

Stay at an Oahu Hotel

• 4-night stay at an Oahu hotel - Hotel named dependent on travel dates (one bedroom with two beds)

Pearl Harbor Historic Site Tours

• VIP Tickets to Pearl Harbor Museum
• Includes exclusive Tower Tour
• Tours on the USS Arizona Memorial
  Arizona Memorial tickets, though free, require a long lead time for reservations
• Tour of the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, Battleship Missouri

If Travel Takes Place in December 2025

• Two tickets to Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum For Love of Country Gala

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Bob Hoover Academy Student for a day with Sean D. Tucker

Here's your chance to join Sean and experience the power of flight-changing lives! Become a student for a day at the Bob Hoover Academy and witness the bold and brave approach of S.T.E.M. education for teens that will encourage and grow the next generation of aviators and volunteer pilots! Join Sean and his world-class academy instructors for flight sessions in multiple aircraft. Receive training in a full-motion Redbird FMX flight simulator, and ground school, utilizing the AOPA curriculum. This is an all-day flying experience in the Monterey Bay Area. You will join Sean in a WWII AT6 advanced fighter trainer, Extra 300 and Pitts S2B.

After a day of class, enjoy a round of golf with Sean at a course in the Monterey area.

Terms and Conditions

• Travel and accommodations to Monterey are not included
• Must be scheduled on mutually agreed-upon dates
• Scheduling contingent on weather and availability
• Expires May 9, 2026

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Los Angeles Police Department Air Support Fly Along Experience

Fly with the flight crew of an LAPD helicopter as they patrol the busy streets and skies of the city of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department's airborne law enforcement program began with one helicopter in 1956. Today, the Air Support Division (ASD) is the largest municipal airborne law enforcement operation in the world and boasts the nation's largest rooftop heliport.

During this two-and-a-half-hour ride-along, you and your guest will sit comfortably in the back seat of a jet-powered LAPD helicopter as it responds to calls for air support from police officers on the ground. Once completed, you and your guest will be given exclusive access to tour the LAPD office and headquarters.

Terms & Conditions:

• Valid for 2 people.
• This is a private fly-along experience.
• Participants must be at least 18 years old.
• Approximate duration: 2.5 hours
• The winner may take a photo
• Experience expires on May 9, 2026
• Blackout dates: Major Holiday
  
  

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45-minute Flight for 2 Seats on the World-Famous Goodyear Blimp

For generations, the Goodyear Blimp has captured imaginations and soared into history. From early airships to modern marvels, explore the journey of an icon that continues to symbolize adventure, progress, and the spirit of flight.

Take a ride on the Goodyear Blimp and join a very elite club of aerial travelers! Some people compare the experience to riding a big cruise ship in the skies, with gentle winds in place of gentle waves. You'll have breathtaking views from your seats in the gondola as you meander across the city.

Terms & Conditions:

• 45-minute flight for 2 people
• All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Not for resale, re-auction, or transferable.
• While children under four years of age are discouraged from flying on the Goodyear Blimp, exceptions can be made, but must be done before the date of the flight.
• Passengers must be fully ambulatory and without physical impairment(s) that could prevent them from moving quickly in the direction of the pilot or ground crew.
• Weight limit of 330lbs
• Dates for passenger flights are highly variable and will
• Goodyear will contact registered passengers to schedule their flights.
• This is a shared ride experience, and other passengers will be aboard the blimp.
• The blimp is also extremely sensitive to weather patterns. Even scheduled flights might be canceled last minute due to weather. When this happens the certificate holder will be rescheduled for a future flight.

Rides on the Goodyear Blimp are typically by invitation only and are not available for purchase to the public

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The «Pilatus z'Nacht» Exclusive Mountain Experience & Pilatus Factory Tour

The «Pilatus z'Nacht» is the exclusive mountain experience on a small scale. Easy strolls take you to wonderful lookout points over the valleys and mountain ranges of Switzerland. Let yourself be enchanted by the impressive sunset and enjoy a dinner in the Bellevue Restaurant on the top of Mount Pilatus.

Finally, a few sweet surprises await you before the world's steepest cogwheel railway takes you back down to the valley. Depending on your travel season, this offer will be adapted to an equally captivating excursion.

The Pilatus Factory Tour offers an exciting insight into the production of the Most Advanced Single, the PC-12 PRO, and the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet. From the milling and drilling of raw materials to the finishing touches to the cockpit and cabin in the final assembly hall, you will experience the quality of Swiss craftsmanship firsthand.

Join us for the two-hour walking tour and a delicious lunch, or the afternoon tour followed by cocktails and canapés - the choice is yours.

The Hotel Bürgenstock Resort is a spectacular landscape destination on a mountain ridge 500 metres above Lake Lucerne. Winner enjoys a six-night stay at the Taverne 1879 | Chalet Room.

Terms & Conditions

• Valid for two guests.
• The «Pilatus z'Nacht» is offered between June through September 2025. Excursion exchange available dependent on seasonal travel date.
• 500 metres above Lake Lucerne.
• Includes one room/six-night stay at Hotel Bürgenstock Resort | Taverne 1879 | Chalet Room.
• Winner receives a $1,500 travel credit coordinated and booked by AFW
• Return flight supported by Norse Atlantic Airways

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VIP AIRSHOW EXPERIENCE - MEET THE PINK JET & THE PILOTS BEHIND THE MISSION

Get ready for an aviation experience like no other - a VIP day at a U.S. airshow featuring exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the iconic Pink Jet and its inspiring crew!

Hosted by Aerial Angels, the non-profit of The Pink Jet. This inspiring L-39 Albatros military jet flies for a purpose by promoting breast cancer awareness and early detection, as well as empowering young women and girls to fly. This package offers a rare opportunity to go beyond the ropes and spend one-on-one time with the Pink Jet team, including pilot and Aerial Angels president Stephanie Goetz and fellow pilots like Olga Sannikova.

This VIP experience includes:

• VIP airshow tickets and premium access ( Presidential / VIP chalet equivalent)
• One-on-one time with Stephanie, Olga, and the Pink Jet crew
• Exclusive ground access to the hot pink L-39 AlbatrosBehind-the-scenes insight into the aircraft, the mission, and the Aerial Angels' work
• Photo ops, signed memorabilia, and an unforgettable aviation encounter

Terms and Conditions

• The aircraft is owned and operated by the non-profit Aerial Angels. Airshow participation, location, and scheduling will be coordinated with the winning bidder for a mutually agreeable date during the 2025-2026 season.

Whether you're a die-hard aviation fan or simply inspired by flying with a purpose, this is your chance to experience the thrill, meet the pilots, and stand alongside those using the power of aviation to enhance and save lives!

Soar into action. Support the mission. Feel the roar-up close!

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Bob Hoover Academy Student for a day with Sean D. Tucker

Here's your chance to join Sean and experience the power of flight-changing lives! Become a student for a day at the Bob Hoover Academy and witness the bold and brave approach of S.T.E.M. education for teens that will encourage and grow the next generation of aviators and volunteer pilots! Join Sean and his world-class academy instructors for flight sessions in multiple aircraft. Receive training in a full-motion Redbird FMX flight simulator, and ground school, utilizing the AOPA curriculum. This is an all-day flying experience in the Monterey Bay Area. You will join Sean in a WWII AT6 advanced fighter trainer, Extra 300 and Pitts S2B.

After a day of class, enjoy a round of golf with Sean at a course in the Monterey area.

Terms and Conditions

• Travel and accommodations to Monterey are not included
• Must be scheduled on mutually agreed-upon dates
• Scheduling contingent on weather and availability
• Expires May 9, 2026

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Los Angeles Police Department Air Support Fly Along Experience

Fly with the flight crew of an LAPD helicopter as they patrol the busy streets and skies of the city of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department's airborne law enforcement program began with one helicopter in 1956. Today, the Air Support Division (ASD) is the largest municipal airborne law enforcement operation in the world and boasts the nation's largest rooftop heliport.

During this two-and-a-half-hour ride-along, you and your guest will sit comfortably in the back seat of a jet-powered LAPD helicopter as it responds to calls for air support from police officers on the ground. Once completed, you and your guest will be given exclusive access to tour the LAPD office and headquarters.

Terms & Conditions:

• Valid for 2 people.
• This is a private fly-along experience.
• Participants must be at least 18 years old.
• Approximate duration: 2.5 hours
• The winner may take a photo
• Experience expires on May 9, 2026
• Blackout dates: Major Holiday
  
  

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Submit a proxy bid by May 9, 6 pm PT to JoslynnS@angelflightwest.org or 661.805.7835.

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Los Angeles Police Department Air Support Fly Along Experience

Fly with the flight crew of an LAPD helicopter as they patrol the busy streets and skies of the city of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department's airborne law enforcement program began with one helicopter in 1956. Today, the Air Support Division (ASD) is the largest municipal airborne law enforcement operation in the world and boasts the nation's largest rooftop heliport.

During this two-and-a-half-hour ride-along, you and your guest will sit comfortably in the back seat of a jet-powered LAPD helicopter as it responds to calls for air support from police officers on the ground. Once completed, you and your guest will be given exclusive access to tour the LAPD office and headquarters.

Terms & Conditions:

• Valid for 2 people.
• This is a private fly-along experience.
• Participants must be at least 18 years old.
• Approximate duration: 2.5 hours
• The winner may take a photo
• Experience expires on May 9, 2026
• Blackout dates: Major Holiday
  
  

CAN'T ATTEND THE MAY 9TH LIVE AUCTION?

Submit a proxy bid by May 9, 6 pm PT to JoslynnS@angelflightwest.org or 661.805.7835.