The Pink Jet
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The Pink Jet is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to spreading breast cancer awareness, supporting survivors, and raising money to help find a cure for the disease. Breast cancer, often deadly if not detected and treated early, leaves many women disfigured and emotionally devastated. Awareness and early detection are key.
We promote awareness and raise funds directly for breast cancer organizations by flying The Pink Jet at air shows. This L-39 Albatros fighter jet, piloted by extraordinarily talented women, symbolizes strength, hope, compassion, and resilience.
Recently donated to Aerial Angels and painted pink, the jet embodies a noble mission. The founders of Aerial Angels, having witnessed family members, friends, and colleagues battle breast cancer, coupled their concern with a love of aviation to create The Pink Jet. This enthusiasm for using aviation to further awareness and encourage early detection led to the generous gift of this former Czechoslovakian fighter jet, repurposed to preserve life in the fight against breast cancer.
The heart behind this mission was Steve Oakley, founder of Aerial Angels and a passionate advocate for giving back. Steve’s commitment to raising awareness for breast cancer, empowering women, and building a community around compassion and hope is the reason The Pink Jet exists today. His vision and generosity have touched thousands across the world—and that legacy continues to soar. With every flight, we honor Steve’s spirit, infectious optimism, and belief in a brighter future.
Future plans include building an all-female aerobatic team of 5-6 pink jets and flying over the opening of the 2025 Rose Parade, where over 60 million people will witness its compassionate and powerful pink paint scheme.
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- Pilots and Aircraft Owners
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