About Judah 1
Judah 1, Inc. exists because the Gospel was never meant to stay grounded.
Founded in 2011, Judah 1 is a U.S.-based IRS 501(c)(3) aviation ministry dedicated to fulfilling The Great Commission by removing one of the greatest barriers to mission work: access. From remote villages to disaster-stricken regions, aviation allows the Gospel — and the help that follows it — to arrive quickly, safely, and with purpose.
We serve mission-minded Christian individuals and organizations of all denominations who are called to reach the nations. Today, Judah 1 operates under FAA Part 91, with Part 125 certification underway, ensuring that our commitment to safety and excellence matches the seriousness of our calling.
Leadership
Our Leadership brings a unique blend of professional expertise and shared commitment to the mission of Judah 1.
Who We Fly
Judah 1 serves mission-minded and relief-focused organizations whose work takes them beyond the reach of commercial travel.
Statement of Faith
Our Statement of Faith reflects the biblical foundation that guides Judah 1’s mission, decisions, and partnerships.
Why Judah 1 Exists
More than two and a half billion people around the world have never heard the name of Jesus.
Many live in places that are difficult — or impossible — to reach by conventional means. Roads don’t exist. Infrastructure is unreliable. Commercial air travel is impractical or unavailable. That’s where Judah 1 comes in.
Through aviation, we help bridge that gap.
Since our founding, Judah 1 aircraft have:
- Transported hundreds of missionaries
- Delivered thousands of pounds of cargo
- Supported medical clinics serving thousands
- Assisted humanitarian and disaster-response efforts
- Helped bring the Gospel to countless lives across the globe
Behind every flight is a story — a village reached, a patient treated, a missionary encouraged, a soul introduced to Christ. We consider it a privilege to play a small but vital role in what God is doing worldwide.
Faith, Safety, Excellence
Aviation ministry demands more than good intentions. It requires discipline, professionalism, and unwavering standards.
At Judah 1, we operate with:
- Aviation excellence rooted in FAA compliance and operational rigor
- Stewardship of aircraft, resources, and donor trust
- A servant’s heart, recognizing that every mission exists to glorify God, not ourselves
Our pilots, directors, staff, and partners understand that safety and faith are not competing values — they reinforce one another.
Our Role in Your Calling
Judah 1 is not the mission — you are.
We exist to support missionaries, ministry leaders, medical teams, and humanitarian partners who are already answering God’s call. Our role is simple: provide the wings that help you get there.
YOUR HANDS. GOD’S LOVE. OUR WINGS.