Sheltair Aviation partners with Turtles Fly Too, fuel discount program offered

Sheltair Aviation has partnered with the charitable organization, Turtles Fly Too, and is offering a new fuel discount program.

The charity is focused on maintaining the rescue, rehabilitation, research and education efforts for endangered sea turtles. Sheltair has joined with the charity in its efforts in a network-wide discount program.

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Turtles Fly Too was founded in 2014 and works to improve the survival rates for endangered turtles, with help from general aviation pilots making emergency transport flights. The charity is dedicated to the mission, coordinating and facilitating the use of general aviation as an aid in relocation efforts.

Organizations like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have called on the organization to provide air transportation when endangered species are threatened. Threats could include a cold stun event, entanglement or injury. Transports of this nature are made possible through donations, including time, equipment and fuel.

The “Turtle Fliers” are a devoted group of pilots associated with the charity. By using flights rather than ground transport, the organization can shorten travel time and reduce the stress on the animals.

“I have been fortunate through my travels to have the opportunity to witness the wonder of marine life and the beauty of sea turtles while snorkeling and respectfully admiring their underwater habitat,” President and CEO of Sheltair Lisa Holland said. “We’re thrilled that our FBO network is positioned to provide premium service to best support Turtles Fly Too and its mission. It’s a sentiment shared by our aviation family at Sheltair to want to see our oceanic neighbors survive and thrive.”

Pilots flying for Turtles Fly Too often have fees waived at Sheltair locations. In honor of the ongoing relationship between Sheltair and Turtles Fly Too, the company is introducing a fuel discount program, valid at all Sheltair FBOs.

“It is because of our critical work with these amazing pilots that we are honored to announce our new partnership with Sheltair, a family-owned business known for its service-driven corporate culture,” Founder and President of Turtles Fly Too Leslie Weinstein said.

“Having the support and partnership of Sheltair will make a difference in our work of transporting these turtles and other endangered species to rehabilitation hospitals,” Weinstein said. “Aviation has always been at the core of our mission because transporting these vulnerable animals by aircraft, rather than by ground, shortens travel time and reduces stress, facilitating quicker recovery times. Companies like Sheltair, that have a strong corporate social responsibility and care about the animals with which we share the oceans, are key to our success.”

Pilots interested in volunteering for the program can sign up here.