In August, Sky Hope Founder Robin Eissler and Patient AirLift Services Executive Director Eileen Minogue combined their efforts in using business aviation to help those in need. “Shortly after we did that merger, we were faced with Hurricane Harvey, and it was our first opportunity to respond,” noted Eissler. “We’re always open to figuring out how we can better serve and use aviation as an opportunity to open up access to those in need,” added Minogue.
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