Flight to the North Pole

More Who Serve Selflessly~

Wisconsin Air National Guard's 128th Air Refueling Wing in Milwaukee WI will continue a 27 year tradition of the annual "Flight to the North Pole" for families of children with life-threatening illnesses. The ima

ge attached of the decorated KC-135 Stratotanker designated "Santa Liner" for the day, taxi's the families from one part of the base to another. En route, children are given the opportunity to visit the cockpit where they hear a message from Santa Claus via headphone and can "fly" the aircraft with assistance from one of the pilots. Once at their destination - Sijan Hall decorated as the North Pole, families are greeted by Santa and Mrs. Claus as they are ushered inside where dozens of carolers await, and taken to tables for a meal and gifts from Santa. Each child receives a gift or gifts chosen specifically for them. The concept has taken off and is now in 20 cities nationwide.
Up to 50 military volunteers and as many as 50 civilian volunteers join forces for the event.  The behind the scenes planning begins in October.
Stay posted for more information on this year's event.
Again...thank you to all who serve in ways uniquely unto themselves!