April 2, 2026 | Press Release

Operation Airdrop to Host “Flying for Nonprofits” Forum at Sun ’n Fun 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LAKELAND, FL – Operation Airdrop, a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster response organization, is pleased to invite pilots, volunteers, and general aviation enthusiasts to an educational forum, "Flying for Nonprofits," during the 2026 Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo. The session will be led by Russ Keith, executive director of Operation Airdrop, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the STOL Basecamp Forum Tent.

As traditional ground transportation often fails in the wake of natural disasters, General Aviation (GA) becomes a literal lifeline. This forum offers a deep dive into how private pilots and volunteers mobilize to deliver critical, life-sustaining supplies – such as medical necessities, food, and water – directly into communities cut off by hurricanes and floods. " When roads fail, we take to the skies," said Russ Keith. "Our mission is to provide rapid, direct disaster relief powered by volunteers from the general aviation community."

Event Details:
• Forum Title: Flying for Nonprofits
• Presenter: Russ Keith, Executive Director of Operation Airdrop
• Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM (Please note the updated schedule)
• Location: STOL Basecamp Forum Tent, Sun ’n Fun Expo Campus
• Address: 3875 W Pipkin Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811

Attendees will learn about the logistics of disaster airlifts, the power of GA partnerships, and how to get involved in future missions. Operation Airdrop will also be active throughout the expo, from April 14–19, seeking energetic volunteers to help expand its reach and support ongoing disaster response efforts.

About Operation Airdrop
Founded in 2017 following Hurricane Harvey, Operation Airdrop is a Texas-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that mobilizes private pilots and aircraft to deliver critical supplies by air to communities impacted by natural disasters, specifically when roadways are compromised.

Media Contact:
Chuck Larkin
Communications Director, Operation Airdrop
[email protected]

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