Phillips 66 Aviation Donates $23,928 to CAN in Support of Cancer Patient Flights

Phillips 66 Aviation presented a $23,928 check to Corporate Angel Network (CAN) yesterday during the 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), extending a partnership that now spans 16 years. The funds will support CAN's work arranging free flights for cancer patients traveling on corporate aircraft to reach specialized medical treatment.

CAN relies on a network of corporate flight departments that donate empty seats on business aircraft already scheduled to fly. The arrangement allows patients to travel to distant hospitals for treatment, clinical trials, and second opinions without taking on the cost or logistical burden of commercial travel.

The Partnership

Phillips 66 Aviation, which positions itself as the only refiner and branded fuel supplier in the aviation fuel industry, has contributed more than $327,928 to CAN since 2010. The annual donation ties to the company's sponsorship of the Corporate Angel Award, which recognizes corporations and flight departments that help advance CAN's mission.

This year's Corporate Angel Award honorees include Jet Aviation, LFG Aviation, ConocoPhillips and Emerson.

"We've reached a significant milestone with Corporate Angel Network, and we're proud to continue making a difference in the lives of patients and families beyond the runway," said Jennifer Claunch, Manager, Aviation Sales, Phillips 66. "Our enduring support of CAN reflects the aviation industry's ability to use its resources to help patients reach the care they need when they need it most."

Scale of CAN's Operations

CAN has completed more than 70,000 patient flights since its founding and currently arranges approximately 150 flights each month. The organization expects to coordinate more than 2,000 patient flights in 2026.

In December, the nonprofit will mark 45 years of operation. Over that time, it has built a model that connects patients needing care at distant medical centers with corporations willing to share available seats on aircraft already in the air for business purposes.

Robert Stangarone, President and CEO of Corporate Angel Network, acknowledged the role of corporate backers in sustaining the program.

"With generous support from organizations like Phillips 66 Aviation, we can continue completing flights that make a difference in people's lives by helping patients reach the vital care they need," Stangarone said. "We're grateful to the aviation community and pleased to recognize Jet Aviation, LFG Aviation, ConocoPhillips and Emerson with the Corporate Angel Award for helping patients and families."

How the Model Works

For cancer patients, access to treatment often requires travel to specialized centers that may be hundreds or thousands of miles from home. Commercial air travel can present challenges for patients with compromised immune systems or those managing the physical effects of ongoing treatment. CAN's approach places patients on corporate aircraft, which typically offer more controlled environments and flexible scheduling.

The organization coordinates logistics between participating flight departments and patients, matching travel needs with available routes. Patients pay nothing for the flights.

The program has grown steadily since its founding and now operates as one of the aviation industry's most established charitable efforts. Business aviation companies, flight departments and fuel suppliers contribute both financial support and operational resources.