LightHawk

What photos should we share for #ScenicSunday? Wheel just put up a few that... landed... in our inbox over the years. We hope you enjoy them!

Many shorebird species face threats in their wintering grounds. In 2017, LightHawk flew with Pronatura Noroeste to survey wetlands along Mexico’s Sonora coast, guiding efforts to protect migration routes. Today, we continue to leverage aerial insights to monitor these critical habitats, track changes in ecosystems, and inform conservation strategies that protect vital migration corridors for these and other long-distance migratory birds. #AerialPerspective #BirdConservation #LightHawk

#PilotViewFriday Volunteer pilot Evan Anderman recently flew alongside photographer Alexander Heilner over Utah's Great Salt Lake, capturing stunning aerial views for Heilner’s project on the American West’s water challenges. This flight gave Heilner a unique perspective to highlight the urgent need for water conservation in the region. Evan’s expert flying helped shine a spotlight on these critical issues from the sky. #GreatSaltLake #WaterConservation #AerialPerspective #AmericanWest #LightHawk

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#PartnersAreSaying "On Oct. 28, someone reported a huge fishing net on a remote beach on Catalina Island. Before committing a boat load of scuba divers and crew out to remove it, I wanted to know exactly where it was and what the strategy would be to remove it. I flew with John (volunteer pilot) on Oct. 30 to locate it. The day was perfect for flying, with no winds and great visibility. From 1,000 feet up, we could see Catalina clearly, but the net was gone—likely washed back out to sea after big waves the prior week. These nylon nets can last 650 years, killing countless animals if not removed. I want to thank LightHawk and John for getting me out there so quickly. You guys saved us at least 2 days of travel in a boat with half a dozen volunteers that would have gone out there and not been able to accomplish anything. You saved us countless hours and fuel. Thanks!" - Kurt Lieber, Ocean Defenders Alliance

#ScenicSunday In tough times, it's important to remember why we do this work. Our planet is beautiful and it's the only one we've got. Protecting it is vital to our future and LightHawk and our partners are dedicated to preserving and protecting what we've got. Be part of our work! Donate online today! https://loom.ly/XopdJF0

Are you a pilot concerned about conserving our environment? Are you looking for a way to give back while benefitting the planet? Want to work with conservation organizations near you and get them in the air? Join our volunteer pilot corps! We want you! https://loom.ly/-Mpj8yg

The Colorado River is a lifeline for millions across the West, supporting communities, agriculture, and wildlife. LightHawk’s flights from the headwaters to the delta give our partners essential aerial insights to monitor and protect this vital waterway for all who depend on it. #ColoradoRiver #AerialConservation #LightHawk

#PilotViewFriday While we mostly operate with fixed-wing aircraft, we do have a few helicopters in our fleet. Volunteer pilot Gabrielle Adelman, is one of those helicopter pilots (and also a fixed-wing pilot) we're so grateful for! #volunteerpilot #helicopter #conservation