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to best practices and high standards. By AFW’s calculations, the majority of the planes used in charitable mis- sions are single-engine pistons. So, if the weather is questionable, such as low instrument f light conditions or strong headwinds, there’s more worry about cancellation than there might be with an aircraft with greater capa- bility. Twin and turbine pilots with their heftier craft are needed to fill this gap to complete these types of missions. But no matter what type of aircraft is used, AFW Command Pilots always have the right and authority to adjust or cancel a flight – usually due to weather or mechanical issues. Passengers are also told in ad- vance of a possible cancellation and are required to have an alternative travel plan. This takes the pressure off Command Pilots to fly and complete a mission. No pilot is ever criticized for canceling a mission. Recently, to increase safety and reduce mission completion pressures after a long day, the AFW Board’s safety committee disallowed night flights by VFR only or non-current instrument-rated pi- lots, recognizing the significant risk increase inherent in these operations. The AFW Process In 2019, Angel Flight West arranged 5,090 missions across 13 western states. That adds up to a total of nearly 10,000 hours and covers an estimated 660,000 miles of fantastic f lying oppor- tunities. While this is an impressive number of flights, each one of them is a magical moment in time for the passengers and the pilots, too. AFW posts each new total mission f light, from home airport to destina- tion airport, on their online mission board as requests come in from social workers, hospital staff, camp directors or directly from passengers. These are vetted for financial and critical need by AFW headquarters located at KSMO (Santa Monica). Angel Flight West al- ways lists each total flight, then breaks up the long segments into separate legs, thus permitting pilots to choose the legs they prefer to fly. This allows CIES Corporation St HANGAR HOMES N. Dallas @ KSWI Silver Falcon Estates: Designed by pilots for pilots and their families – Silver Falcon Estates is a one of a kind gated community offering luxury living homes with attached hangars. Sherman Airport is approximately 30 Miles north of McKinney, TX. The airport has a 4000’ paved and lighted runway with RNAV and VOR DME Approaches. Our presale reservation process is simple and easy. Reserve your spot today and take adavantage of pre development pricing. First Floor Plan Owens THE HARRIER Starting at $468,000 • You own the lot – No Lease • 1740 SF living space • 50' x 50' hangar WARFORDCUSTOM HOMES • 3 bedroom • 2 1⁄2 bath • 2 car garage • Direct runway taxi • Gated community • Customize your finishes & layout! Contact Barrett Owens (214) 801-9193 or email: barrett@owcustom.com www.owcustom.com www.owcustom.com April 2020 / TWIN & TURBINE • 21 THE HARRIER The "Harrier" is designed for the aviation family that has a light jet or possibly multiple aircraft. The home is 1740+- Sq. Ft and the hanger portion is 50'x 50'. The interior design can be customized to