Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is missionary aviation?
A. It is the tool God has given to missionary pilots and mechanics to assist other missionaries in remote parts of the world, fulfilling the Great Commission.  By using the tools and talents God has given them, they are able to help speed the spread of the Gospel in providing the transportation and other logistical needs for the missionaries and the national people. 

Q. What is CMML Flight Service?
A. We are a Christian missionary organization which serves CMML missionaries and other evangelical missions in Zambia through the use of aviation and other services. Click here to find out more.

Q. What does CMML stand for?
A. Christian Missions in Many Lands.
 
Q. Are you part of CMML USA in Spring Lake New Jersey?
A. We are a separate organization with the same name based in Zambia.  CMML USA is a support organization and forwards gifts to the Flight Service and to us as missionaries, and disseminate news of missions through its publication.  We are closely associated with them and appreciate their help. CMML is the name that our mission in Zambia is registered by.

Q. Where does CMML Flight Service work?
A. Based at Kalene Mission, in Northwest Zambia.  Flying all over Zambia and sometimes other neighboring countries. Click here for more info.

Q. How does CMML Flight Service operate?
A. We operate as a faith-based, non-profit, Christian organization.  We are missionaries, individually supported by assemblies and Christians in our home countries. Our Zambian staff are employed. Most of our equipment is donated. Missionaries who request our service contribute toward the minimal operating cost of the plane or guest house facilities.

Q. Could I get a job as a pilot or mechanic with CMML Flight Service?
A. As mentioned above, each of our pilots are volunteers, supported from their home countries.  They should be commended from their home assembly, and meet the spiritual and technical qualifications.  For more information click here to contact us.

Q. How can I help?
A. You can come as a short-term volunteer. You can pray for the ministry of CMML Flight Service. Or you can help support one of our projects.

Q. How are capital projects funded?
A. Capital projects are done with general or designated gifts.

Q. If I want to sponsor a medical emergency flight, how do I go about doing that?
A. Click here to contact us

Q. How many can fit in the plane?
A. Our plane is a Cessna 207 with 7 passenger seats. However, for flights to the NW Province, with the fuel required, we can take an average of 4 adults with 25 kgs. of luggage each. We can take more if the passengers are light weight or children. 

Q. If I plan ahead is there any benefit?
A. Yes, there is a greater chance of a flight. 

Q. Do you fly on Sundays?
A. Normally we do not fly on Sundays, but in cases of emergencies, or where absolutely necessary, we do make exceptions. Please try to book your flights during the week days. Thank you.

Q. How can one donate to the Compassionate fund or to the Flight Service in general. 
A. Through MSC, CMML, Echoes, LWT etc. if you want a tax receipt or directly to the Flight Service if a receipt is not required. Click here to find out more.