MAF, Samaritan’s Purse Partner for Haiti Relief
According to a news release, Missionary Aviation Fellowship has leased a Cessna Caravan from Samaritan’s Purse to aid in its ongoing efforts in Haiti; the aircraft was leased for $1 for two years:
“We look forward to all we can do with this plane to benefit the people of Haiti,” said David Rask, MAF director of Aviation Resources. ‘We also appreciate our strong partnership with Samaritan’s Purse, which will enable us to increase services to the people of Haiti at a critical time of need.”
MAF has worked in Haiti since 1986. Immediately following the earthquake, MAF served a significant role in coordinating 200 round-trip flights between Florida and Haiti, assisting with the transport of 3,500 passengers, and processing 1.5 million pounds of relief supplies. In addition, MAF conducted 1,037 relief flights within Haiti, transporting relief workers and delivering vital cargo, such as food, water, tents, tarps and medical supplies. MAF continues to assist in rebuilding efforts.
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