Textron E-Z-GO vehicles to support 2026 Special Olympics Airlift in Minnesota

Textron E-Z-GO, a Textron Inc. company, is supporting the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift by supplying a fleet of more than 40 utility and transport vehicles at the St. Paul Downtown Airport Holman Field (KSTP) in Minnesota. Organized by Textron Aviation, the nationwide mission removes logistical and financial barriers for athletes, providing them with a VIP travel experience on Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft.

The company will provide models including the E-Z-GO RXV 2+2, four- and six-passenger Cushman Shuttle personnel carriers and a Cushman Refresher Oasis food-and-beverage vehicle. 

Now in its ninth iteration, the Special Olympics Airlift will operate, June 19 and June 27. During the airlift, aircraft will land or depart every three minutes to ensure athletes nationwide can participate in the USA Games, eliminating travel barriers and reflecting aviation’s power to unite communities.  

“E-Z-GO is honored to help hundreds of deserving athletes travel to and from the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games so that they can enjoy the hard-won opportunity to show their talents and shine in competition,” said Adam Harris, senior vice president and general manager, E-Z-GO.  

Since 1987, volunteer pilots and aircraft owners have transported more than 10,000 athletes and coaches through the Special Olympics Airlift. Each event has grown in scale and impact, fueled by hundreds of volunteers who donate their time, aircraft and expertise to support Special Olympics athletes.  

To help enhance the travel experience for athletes, Textron Aviation has launched a nationwide donation campaign supporting Special Olympics. Contributions go directly to Special Olympics to supply travel essentials and provide operational support for the coast-to-coast mission. Visit the Special Olympics Airlift donation page to learn more about supporting athletes on their journey to the USA Games.