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2026 Flights: May 30(flight will leave and return from Dayton International Airport)
RVC trips: TBD |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can my wife (husband) go with me?
A: Spouses cannot be guardians. Spouses who are Veterans and who are eligible for the trip may travel on the same flight.
Q: I am the widow of a Veteran. Can I go?
A: Unfortunately, the answer is “no”. These trips were designed to honor veterans for their military service. Adding spouses and widows simply is not an option for our program.
Q: How much does it cost? How much money do I need to bring?
A: Veterans do not need to bring any money unless they intend to purchase souvenirs.
Q: Can my son, daughter, grandson, etc. go as a guardian?
A: Yes, as long as they can fulfill the duties of guardian and are physically able to provide support to our veterans. Guardians must be between the ages of 18-70, and pay for their own expenses (currently $450).
Q: Can I make a donation to Honor Flight Dayton?
A: Honor Flight Dayton gratefully accepts donations to defray the costs of our program. The cost is FREE for all Veterans. This is our way of saying “Thank You”!
Q: How do you decide which Veterans get to go?
A: Veterans are flown on a “first-come, first-served basis.” Honor Flight Dayton is currently taking applications from veterans with active duty service from the beginning of WWII (12/7/1941) through the end of the Vietnam Era (5/7/75). Top priority is given to World War II veterans, and veterans of all wars with a terminal illness who served during these timeframes.
Q: How are you funded?
A: Honor Flight Dayton receives no Local, State or National government sponsorship. Our funding comes from individuals and companies who wish to recognize the great accomplishments and sacrifices of our Veterans. Fraternal organizations like local American Legion, VFW, Am Vets, and DAV are also contributors.
Q: What if the Veteran will need a wheelchair or is on oxygen?
A: WHEELCHAIRS — In order to prevent damage to veterans’ personal wheelchairs, Honor Flight Dayton provides all wheelchairs necessary for the trip. Our deluxe motor coaches are ordered with wheelchair lifts.
OXYGEN — If a veteran requires oxygen, they must provide an oxygen concentrator for the entire day. A backup battery will be required. At the time the veteran is scheduled, the medical team will ask about the rate of delivery. If a veteran does not have access to a concentrator, Honor Flight Dayton may be able to provide one.
Q: Are terminally ill veterans given any special priority?
A: Terminally ill veterans from any conflict are scheduled for the next flight departing to Washington DC.
