Above the Clouds: Children from the Northern Border Take Off on a Special Flyover in the Galilee Skies
The 'Clouds - Aviation for the Community' association held a unique flyover this week for children from the northern border line, who were evacuated from their homes due to the war. The children enjoyed a flight over the Upper Galilee landscapes, an experience that gave them a respite, empowerment, and uplifted spirits. The volunteers described the children's joy and the sense of satisfaction from contributing to the war effort.
The 'Clouds - Aviation for the Community' association held a unique flyover this week for children from the northern border line, who were evacuated from their homes due to the war. The children enjoyed a flight over the Upper Galilee landscapes, an experience that gave them a respite, empowerment, and uplifted spirits. The volunteers described the children's joy and the sense of satisfaction from contributing to the war effort. Shai Shimon, chairman of the association and pilot of the flyover, was quoted: "Allowing children to 'touch the sky', to momentarily forget the challenges of the hour and see their smile - this is an immense sense of satisfaction." The photo shows Itai Turner, a former squadron commander, Erez Bergman, chairman of Misgav Am, pilot Shai Shimon, Yaara Kadush, CEO of the Upper Galilee Regional Council, Yafit Alon, marketing strategy manager, Dan Shion, former squadron commander, and pilot Nicky Niktango.