How are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard?
Romans 10:14
Why Missions?
Around the world, billions of people live in great spiritual need: they haven't heard the Gospel of Jesus. Unless someone brings them the Gospel, these people will never experience the forgiveness and eternal life Jesus offers. Missions exists to solve that problem.
Missionaries are sent into these communities to share the Hope of Christ, and disciple those who put their trust in Him. This often requires years of dedicated effort, including learning a new language, translating the Bible, and training leaders for newly planted Churches.
Why Aviation?
Oftentimes, communities remain unreached because they're difficult to access (think: jungles, mountains, rivers...). In these remote communities, airplanes are the only way to support missionary teams as they share the Gospel and plant a Church.
Alongside supporting missionary efforts, aviation is used to provide lifesaving medical care, and aid in disaster relief.
Photos from Mission Aviation Fellowship & Ethnos 360 Aviation