The Travis Mills Foundation announced that registration is open for the 2024 Plane Pull fundraiser. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5 at Portland International Jetport. Presented by Hammond Lumber Co. and hosted by Northeast Air, 45 teams will compete to pull a 45-ton FedEx plane across 20 feet of tarmac in the fastest time.

“This is a unique opportunity to challenge yourself, bond with your team, and have fun while making an impact on the lives of the post-9/11 recalibrated veteran families served year-round by the Travis Mills Foundation,” said U.S. Army SSG (Ret.) Travis Mills, founder and president of the nonprofit organization, in an email

According to a news release, teams are comprised of 20 pullers, but participants are encouraged to register up to 25 team members in the event that someone needs to drop out at the last minute. All teams must raise $2,500. Whether pulling with friends, family, or coworkers, the Plane Pull is all about teamwork and supporting the nation’s heroes.

While the last year’s Plane Pull was canceled, sponsors and team members raised $183,000 to support the Travis Mills Foundation mission. In 2022, 40 teams competed, raising a record-breaking $270,000. Awards are given to the fastest pull, top fundraiser, most patriotic, and the drag award (the slowest pull).

In 2022, Team Vigor Strength pulled the plane in 4.652 seconds – the fastest time recorded in the history of the Travis Mills Foundation Plane Pull.

The family-friendly event will include food trucks, a bounce house, games of corn hole, and
more. Mills will be at the event, cheering on the individuals and teams supporting the nation’s heroes. Same-day registration is not available.

To register, visit https://give.classy.org/2024TMFPlanePull.