Airborne… All The Way!

It is the greatest honor of my life to serve alongside the men, women, families, and supporters of the Liberty Jump Team. Serving as your President is not simply a position—it’s a responsibility that I accept with humility, gratitude, and a deep commitment to preserving the legacy entrusted to us.

If you know me, you know that all I ever wanted to be was Airborne! I have been blessed to spend a lifetime wearing the parachute, serving with extraordinary Soldiers, and leading incredible organizations. Today, I cannot imagine life if I had ended up a dirty, nasty, stinking, rotten LEG! Thankfully, the Army gave me wings, and Liberty Jump Team has given me another opportunity to continue living the Airborne spirit with an outstanding family of professionals.

Everything we do begins with one enduring purpose:

We honor those who came before us.

We honor the Paratroopers who had the courage to build the Airborne capability from the ground up. We honor those who proved its effectiveness in combat from Sicily and Normandy to Holland, Bastogne, Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, Iraq, Afghanistan, and countless missions around the world. We honor the Jumpmasters, Riggers, Pathfinders, Aircrew, and every Soldier who made Airborne operations possible. Most importantly, we honor those who never returned home and those who continue to carry the physical and emotional scars of service.

Their legacy is not ours to own. It is ours to preserve.

As Liberty Jump Team moves forward, my vision is centered on six enduring priorities.

First, we will remain a values-based family. We are far more than an organization that jumps from airplanes. We are a family that welcomes Veterans, supporters, spouses, and children into something larger than ourselves. We look after one another, celebrate together, mourn together, and ensure no member walks alone. Our members come from all walks of life – many are Veterans who serve(d) as Paratroopers while others are huge supporters of the community whose valuable contributions strengthen the fabric of our family. Every new teammate should immediately feel like they’ve found a home.

Second, we will provide the most professional, safe, and effective training possible. Excellence is never accidental. We will integrate every new jumper and their family into the Liberty Jump Team culture while maintaining rigorous standards that prepare them for success. Professionalism, discipline, mentorship, and continuous learning will define every training event.

Third, we will execute every operation with uncompromising professionalism and safety. Whether we are conducting commemorative jumps, demonstrations, training, or supporting our communities, safety will never compete with mission accomplishment—it enables it. We will do things the right way because our teammates, families, and the Veterans we honor deserve nothing less. We will work hard, maintain our standards, and never forget to enjoy the camaraderie that makes this team so special.

Fourth, we will continue building connection and community. Many Veterans miss the sense of purpose, teamwork, and belonging they experienced while serving. Liberty Jump Team offers more than parachuting—it offers a place where service continues through honoring history, supporting one another, and building lifelong friendships. We also welcome supporters who share our passion and want to be part of preserving this remarkable legacy.

Fifth, we will actively recruit adventurous Veterans and dedicated supporters who embrace our values. We are not simply growing membership—we are growing a family. We want individuals who seek challenge, service, teamwork, humility, and excellence. Together, we will ensure Liberty Jump Team remains strong for generations to come.

Finally, we will invest in our people. We will recruit, develop, retain, and challenge the finest Jumpmasters, Riggers, Instructors, Trainers, Logisticians, Administrative professionals, and
volunteers possible. Every member has talents that strengthen our team. We will mentor one another, share knowledge freely, pursue continuous improvement, and never become satisfied with yesterday’s success. Excellence requires constant effort.

Above all else, I want Liberty Jump Team to be recognized as a beacon of professionalism, integrity, service, and hope. When people see our maroon headgear, our uniforms, or our aircraft overhead, they should immediately recognize that they are witnessing an organization that honors the past while investing in the future.

We represent something much larger than ourselves.

We represent every Paratrooper who ever answered the call.

Every Veteran who served with honor.

Every family who sacrificed.

Every teammate standing shoulder to shoulder before the green light.

Our responsibility is to leave Liberty Jump Team stronger than we found it.

Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving beside you. Thank you for trusting me to help lead this remarkable organization. I promise to work every day to earn that trust.

Together, we will honor our Veterans. Together, we will strengthen our family. Together, we will train to the highest standards. Together, we will serve our communities. Together, we will preserve the Airborne legacy for future generations. And together, we will continue doing everything…ALL THE WAY! Airborne!

Jon Ring

President – North American Operations

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