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UMCOR Aviation Project

Advance #3019626

Replacing and refurbishing aircraft used in UMC ministry and mission

Annual Goal: $1,700,000.00
YTD Gifts: $109,402.57
Location: DRCongo, Africa
Partner: General Board of Global Ministries

Background/History

Aging and inefficient aircraft need to be replaced in order to continue and expand ministries on the African continent.

Goals & Objectives

To make the first replacement aircraft operational in 2013.

Activities Plan

Raise funds, seek corporate donations, and build partnerships.

Budget and Financial Information

Income

Annual Advance Financial Goal $1,700,000.00
Local Financial Support $25,000.00
  $1,725,000.00

Expenses

Cessna 208 B Grand Caravan $1,350,000.00
Import Duty $120,000.00
Modifications to Meet the Demands of the United Methodist Aviation Program $95,000.00
Spare Parts and Equipment for the Aircraft $75,000.00
Ferry Flight/Outfitting $40,000.00
Flight Training for the Aircraft $15,000.00
Other Miscellaneous Fees, e.g., Legal Fees $15,000.00
Licence and Registration $10,000.00
Maintenance Training for the Aircraft $5,000.00
  $1,725,000.00
 

Missionary Serving this Project
Stephen Quigg

Project Contact
Stephen Quigg
Executive Secretary, Africa: Regional Mission Relationships
(717) 284-4788
squigg@umcmission.org

Global Ministries Contact
George G. Howard
(212) 870-3885
GHoward@umcmission.org