14-Oct-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods’ WellSpan WellFlight, a trusted air medical provider based in Gettysburg, celebrated five years of lifesaving service on Friday, Oct. 3, with a special anniversary event. Held at the WellFlight base at the Adams County Emergency Services Center, the celebration brought together former patients and their families, community members, and local partners to honor this... Read more
14-Oct-2025Source: Air Methods
Emergency air medical program MediFlight of Oklahoma held a celebration on Oct. 3 in honor of its 45 years of lifesaving service to the people of central Oklahoma. The event brought representatives from Mercy Hospital, Stillwater Medical Center, Hillcrest Cushing Hospital, Norman Regional Hospital, Saint Anthony’s Hospital, University of Oklahoma Medical Center, and EMSSTAT ambulance... Read more
10-Oct-2025Source: LifeFlight of Maine
A new, permanent helipad in downtown Bar Harbor will officially open for medevac operations on Friday, October 3. It will significantly enhance swift access to advanced care for critically ill and injured patients in Bar Harbor and surrounding areas by allowing LifeFlight of Maine helicopters to land close to the Mount Desert Island Hospital year-round.... Read more
10-Oct-2025Source: Air Methods
In order to provide greater access to emergency air medical care without the need for a pre-paid membership, Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, will open AirLIFE TEXAS 2 in Taylor later this month. This new base will further expand the reach of AirLIFE TEXAS’ robust critical care ecosystem across the state as it... Read more
9-Oct-2025Source: Archer Aviation
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Archer Aviation Inc., announced plans to establish the first hospital-based vertiport in the United Arab Emirates, providing direct eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft access to one of the region’s most prominent hospital facilities. The goal is to enable passengers to travel from Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi to nearby... Read more
9-Oct-2025Source: Global Medical Response
Global Medical Response (GMR), the nation’s leader in Emergency Medical Services (EMS), announced the successful completion of a comprehensive refinance. The $5.4 Billion refinance included $3.6 Billion Term Loan B and $1.0 Billion Senior Notes facilities, and an upsized $800 million ABL facility. Proceeds from the transaction were utilized to refinance GMR’s existing Term Loan... Read more
8-Oct-2025Source: Air Methods
AirLife Utah commemorated five years of service to the people of the Beehive State with two celebrations this week—one at Brigham City Community Hospital on Tuesday, and another one at CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospital – Mountain Point in Lehi on Wednesday. The events brought together healthcare partners and area first responders to recognize the program’s... Read more
7-Oct-2025
Alpine Aerotech is pleased to announce they have officially received a Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for their latest Bear Paw Kit, designed specifically for the Airbus H145 D3. This development follows a close collaboration with STARS, a critical care air-ambulance provider operating across Western Canada. The H145 Bear Paw was... Read more
7-Oct-2025Source: HeliHub.com
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today published an update on their investigation of the completed acquisition by SMFL LCI Helicopters Ltd of Macquarie Rotorcraft Ltd. The CMA has indicated that it now has sufficient information in relation to the completed acquisition by SMFL LCI Helicopters Ltd of Macquarie Rotorcraft Ltd to enable... Read more
1-Oct-2025Source: Air Methods
The ribbon was cut on Wyoming Life Flight’s newest emergency air medical helicopter during a ceremony on Monday at Evanston Regional Hospital where the aircraft is based. This new base supports a critical ecosystem of care across the region with the Wyoming Life Flight helicopter and fixed wing bases in Casper, sister AirLife Utah bases... Read more
30-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
LifeNet of New York 7-8, a trusted air medical provider serving the Southern Tier and Catskill regions, proudly celebrated 15 years of lifesaving service with a special event on Saturday, Sept. 27, where more than 60 people were in attendance. Held at the LifeNet NY base at Sidney Municipal Airport, the celebration brought together former... Read more
30-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Idaho Rescue commemorated 35 years of dedicated service to the people of Idaho and the surrounding states with a heartfelt celebration held at Aero Mark on Thursday, Sept. 25. The event brought together healthcare partners, first responders, former and current crew members, and families who have been touched by the lifesaving work of Air... Read more
29-Sep-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) for two H225 multi-role helicopters. These new aircraft will significantly enhance the RTAF’s capabilities in vital search and rescue (SAR) and emergency medical services (EMS) operations, reinforcing their commitment to national security and humanitarian support. This latest acquisition expands the RTAF’s existing... Read more
25-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
In recognition of World Heart Day on Sept. 27, Mercy Air 18 in Thermal is reinforcing its commitment to heart health and emergency cardiac care by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into its emergency air medical helicopters. The move is part of a nationwide initiative by Mercy Air’s parent company, Air Methods – the leading... Read more
25-Sep-2025Source: Babcock
Babcock International have secured a four-year contract extension with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA), reinforcing their long-standing partnership and continued commitment to delivering life-saving helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) across the region. They will continue to provide HIOWAA with a fully equipped Airbus H135 helicopter, featuring advanced Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS)... Read more
24-Sep-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Australian aviation provider StarFlight has placed an order for three Airbus H145 helicopters to provide emergency helicopter services for the Ambulance Tasmania and Tasmania Police. The H145 fleet is set to enter into service in late 2027, with the aircraft performing missions across Tasmania. The order follows StarFlight’s recent selection to deliver emergency air services... Read more
24-Sep-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters will showcase capabilities of its H160 helicopter for the Australian aeromedical community at the Aeromed Conference in Hobart, Tasmania. The company unveiled a full-scale cabin demonstrator configured for helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), highlighting how the aircraft is purpose-built to meet the unique demands of long-distance patient transport across Australia’s vast and diverse... Read more
24-Sep-2025Source: PHI
The Caldwell County Commissioners Court, has approved a renewal of a vital air medical agreement with PHI Cares, a division of PHI Air Medical, a leading U.S. helicopter-based medical transport provider. Local residents requiring authorized emergency air medical transport from Caldwell County or its adjacent counties, will benefit from no out-of-pocket expenses when utilizing PHI Air Medical or a... Read more
22-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods’ USA SouthFlight program, located in Semmes, AL, has entered into a new one-year community partnership agreement with Greene County, Mississippi, bringing affordable, life-saving air medical transport to the county’s approximately 13,000 residents. “Having quick access to air medical transport can make a critical difference in emergency situations,” said Trent Robertson, Greene County Emergency... Read more
22-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
For a quarter century, the people of Uvalde County and beyond have been in good hands with AirLIFE TEXAS 5 providing critical, lifesaving air medical transport. On Sept. 16, the base celebrated that milestone with an anniversary event at Uvalde Memorial Hospital, its partner since day one. The hospital also entered into a preferred provider... Read more
17-Sep-2025Source: Cornwall Air Ambulance
Cornwall Air Ambulance is thrilled to announce that it has won a prestigious national award. The charity took the top prize for Marketing Campaign of the Year at the 2025 Third Sector Awards. After being shortlisted in two categories, the team were delighted to come away with a win for their ‘Sing it Home’ campaign,... Read more
11-Sep-2025Source: Midlands Air Ambulance
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has reached a major milestone by completing its 80,000th mission – more than any other air ambulance charity in the UK. Covering Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, the West Midlands, and Worcestershire, the charity operates three air ambulance helicopters and a fleet of critical care cars, providing rapid pre-hospital emergency care to those... Read more
10-Sep-2025Source: Bell
Bell announced that Global Medical Response (GMR) has signed a purchase agreement for seven Bell 429s with the option to purchase an additional eight, maintaining its spot as the world’s largest Bell helicopter operator in the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) field. Global Medical Response, headquartered in Lewisville, Texas, has 381 operational bases across all 50 U.S. states... Read more
8-Sep-2025Source: EAAA
This month, East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) marks a quarter of a century since it was founded in 2000. In that time the charity, which provides advanced critical care 24/7 by air and road to the most seriously ill and injured people in the region, has treated more than 27,000 people – something that has... Read more
4-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, is excited to announce a pair of strategic moves that will expand access to lifesaving care across north Florida and into south Georgia. AirLife 7, which has provided critical care services across Suwannee County since 2013, will move 20 miles east to Lake City Gateway Airport,... Read more
2-Sep-2025Source: EHAAT
Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Jarman-Howe as the charity’s new Chief Executive Officer. Mark will take up the position on 15th September 2025. Mark joins EHAAT from St Helena Hospice in Colchester, where he has served as Chief Executive since 2013. Having spent much of his recent... Read more
2-Sep-2025Source: EAAA
East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) has launched a community consultation for its new Cambridge air base prior to the submission of an application to South Cambridgeshire District Council. The consultation will include a drop-in session at Townley Memorial Hall in Fulbourn from 15:00–19:00 hrs on 3 September. Safeguarding the service The charity, which receives no... Read more
2-Sep-2025Source: Air Methods
As it approaches its 15 years of service to the community, LifeNet of New York’s 7-8 Sidney base is reinforcing its commitment to clinical excellence and innovation by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into its emergency air medical operations. As part of Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, LifeNet 7-8... Read more
29-Aug-2025Source: Air Method
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, is excited to launch Wyoming Life Flight 3 in Evanston. The new base opened this week at Evanston Regional Hospital to provide enhanced, rapid emergency care for residents and visitors throughout southwestern Wyoming and northeastern Utah, further expanding the reach of Wyoming Life Flight’s critical care... Read more
27-Aug-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Monroe County Fire Rescue (MCFR) and the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) have this week taken delivery of the first two of their new “Trauma Star” Leonardo AW139 air ambulances with the first arriving on Monday 25th at their hangar at Florida Keys Marathon International Airport. The second AW139 arrived the following day, having taken... Read more
26-Aug-2025Source: Tasmania Government
Following a rigorous and competitive open tender process, Australian aviation provider StarFlight has been selected to provide vital helicopter emergency air services in Tasmania from 12 January 2026. StarFlight is an Australian owned aviation services company specialising in providing mission-critical aviation services, including aeromedical retrieval and law enforcement. The new agreement will ensure the ongoing... Read more
26-Aug-2025Source: LifeFlight
LifeFlight’s newest cohort of critical care doctors have taken to the skies to deliver life-saving aeromedical care across Queensland. The 29-strong group recently underwent a week of intensive aeromedical training at the LifeFlight Training Academy at Brisbane Airport to prepare for their new roles. The doctors have headed to work in regions and cities around... Read more
25-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
Theribbon was cut on AirLIFE TEXAS’ newest emergency air medical helicopter during a ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at Henry T. Rainey American Legion Post 41 in Lockhart. AirLIFE TEXAS 1 is based nearby at 145 Old Lockhart Road and is the only air medical base permanently located in Caldwell County. It is part of Air... Read more
22-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
Tulsa Life Flight, based in Pryor and Okmulgee, and MediFlight of Oklahoma, based in Stillwater, are proud to announce they are the first emergency air medical programs in the state to carry whole blood onboard every air medical transport. Having whole blood aboard their helicopters, which can be administered at a trauma scene and in... Read more
22-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced positive results from its nationwide deployment of the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT Resuscitation System, following three months of use across its fleet. The innovative mechanical chest compression device, first announced in May, is proving to significantly improve both the safety of patient transport and patient outcomes.... Read more
21-Aug-2025Source: Care Flight
Care Flight, a service of REMSA Health has received a $3.25 million conditional pledge from the William N. Pennington Foundation to support the purchase of one of two urgently needed helicopters. To secure the pledged funds, REMSA Health is actively fundraising to match the remaining $3.25 million to fund the purchase of the new helicopter... Read more
18-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
LifeNet of New York 7-14, based in Westernville, is reinforcing its commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into its emergency air medical helicopters. As part of Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, LifeNet 7-14 joins a nationwide initiative to integrate this life-saving technology into all... Read more
13-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
In order to ensure the most efficient and reliable air medical transport for patients in need of critical care, Doctors Memorial Hospital in Bonifay recently signed a preferred provider agreement (PPA) with Air Methods, the nation’s leading emergency air medical service provider, and the parent company of Marianna-based AIRHeart 2 and partner in Walton Air... Read more
13-Aug-2025Source: Life Flight Network
Life Flight Network, the nation’s largest not-for-profit air medical transport service has announced the opening of a new base in Hailey, Idaho. Slated to open this fall and strategically located to serve Blaine County and surrounding areas, the new base will increase access to lifesaving critical care and rapid transport for residents and visitors, dramatically shortening time to... Read more
11-Aug-2025Source: United Rotorcraft
United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods LLC, is proud to announce its first international contract for the FIREHAWK® helicopter, following a groundbreaking agreement with the Colombian Air Force. This contract marks a significant milestone in the global recognition of the FIREHAWK as a premier aerial firefighting and emergency response asset. Under this agreement, United... Read more
11-Aug-2025Source: Avincis
Avincis, Europe’s leading provider of emergency aerial services, is proud to announce the launch of its first operations in Greece, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued expansion across Europe. With the addition of Greece, Avincis now operates in nine countries worldwide thanks to the support and dedication of its more than 2,400 employees.... Read more
7-Aug-2025Source: Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance
An emergency response to a road traffic accident near Birkhall on Royal Deeside this week marked the milestone 7,000th call out for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA). The charity-funded life-saving service scrambled a helicopter air ambulance from its Aberdeen base to the remote and rural location after a woman was trapped and injured in her van... Read more
7-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods praised the introduction of the Protecting Air Ambulance Services for Americans Act, a bipartisan bill designed to modernize outdated Medicare reimbursement rates and protect access to emergency air medical services across rural America. The bill was introduced by U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Michael Bennet (D-CO) and U.S. House Representatives Suzan DelBene... Read more
6-Aug-2025Source: HELP Appeal
Dorset County Hospital (DCH) has received the final instalment of a £2million donation from the HELP Appeal for a new rooftop helipad. The Trust is building a brand-new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit on the former Damers School site as part of the Government’s New Hospital Programme. A state-of-the-art helipad will be added on... Read more
5-Aug-2025Source: Air Methods
Stillwater-based MediFlight of Oklahoma and its sister bases, Tulsa Life Flight in Okmulgee and Pryor, are reinforcing their commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into their emergency air medical helicopters. As part of Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, MediFlight of Oklahoma and Tulsa... Read more
31-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Emergency air medical program Native Air celebrated the opening of its newest base at Artesia General Hospital with a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 23. The event welcomed more than 75 guests to recognize the expanded access to lifesaving care the new base brings to Eddy County and surrounding communities. “It is an honor to... Read more
31-Jul-2025Source: Thames Valley Air Ambulance
Thames Valley Air Ambulance has answered its 20,000th call out since it became an independent healthcare provider. That works out as around two calls for every person living in Wallingford, or a call for every person living in Sandhurst. With your help, we’ll continue to be there whenever and wherever we’re needed, past this milestone... Read more
30-Jul-2025Source: HELP Appeal
The HELP Appeal is delighted to announce a donation of £300,000 to support the development of a new helipad at Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s (YAA) forthcoming Northern Air Base in Skipton-on-Swale. This significant contribution is part of the £415,000 required to construct the helipad, which will ensure YAA’s helicopters can take off and land directly from... Read more
30-Jul-2025Source: Orlando Health Air Care
Orlando Health Air Care officially launched its newest aircraft: a larger, specialized helicopter to transport critically ill children and adults. When it comes to emergencies, every second counts. This new helicopter’s larger size and specialized design enhances the ability to quickly transport both children and adults to Central Florida’s only Level One Trauma Center: Orlando... Read more
25-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Native Air 14 commemorated two decades of dedicated service to the Prescott Valley community and surrounding rural areas with a heartfelt celebration held at the Yavapai Regional Medical Center on July 17. The event brought together first responders, healthcare partners, former and current crew members, and families whose lives have been touched by the lifesaving... Read more
24-Jul-2025Source: Brazos Safety Systems
Brazos Safety Systems, a global leader in Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) flight safety solutions for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, has been selected by North Memorial Health to monitor its fleet of air medical transportation helicopters. With Brazos Safety’s FDM program, North Memorial Health will gain post-flight analytics to help spot patterns, reduce risk, and strengthen... Read more
23-Jul-2025Source: HELP Appeal
The helipad at Maidstone Hospital has officially reopened following improvement work to bring the emergency facility in line with the latest national standards. This vital upgrade has been made possible thanks to a generous donation of over £170,000 from the HELP Appeal, the country’s only charity dedicated to funding NHS hospital helipads. The improved helipad... Read more
21-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
The TriState CareFlight bases in Santa Fe and Taos, along with their sister bases, Native Air in Alamogordo; Artesia; Carlsbad; Deming; Las Cruces; and Silver City; as well as LifeGuard in Carlsbad and Roswell, are reinforcing their commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into their emergency... Read more
16-Jul-2025Source: Cornwall Air Ambulance
Cornwall Air Ambulance’s second lifesaving helicopter has officially arrived at the charity’s airbase in Newquay. The new AW169, G-CNLL, was brought over to the UK from Leonardo Helicopters in Italy earlier this year. It then underwent several months’ worth of work for its medical fit at Gama Aviation in Gloucester, to turn it into a... Read more
15-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Native Air 23 in Goodyear is proud to announce the integration of the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into its air medical transport operations — a key milestone that significantly enhances patient care and emergency response capabilities. The AutoPulse NXT device delivers consistent, high-quality chest compressions without interruption, enabling the crew to remain safely... Read more
14-Jul-2025Source: LifeStar
LifeStar, the region’s trusted air medical program, recently marked a major milestone: 40 years of providing rapid, life-saving care to critically ill and injured patients throughout Georgia and South Carolina. The celebration brought together hospital partners, former patients, and community members to reflect on the program’s impact over the past four decades.LifeStar flew its first... Read more
14-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the leading air medical service provider in the U.S., is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Linda Chambliss as the new Obstetrics (OB) Medical Director for Native Air, Tri-State CareFlight, and LifeNet, the company’s dedicated emergency air medical service programs operating throughout Arizona. Native Air, Tri-State CareFlight, and LifeNet, with 23 locations... Read more
11-Jul-2025Source: LifeFlight
LifeFlight marks momentous year in aeromedicine Key Stats: FY25 8,497 people helped – up 3.9% on FY24 A patient helped every 62 minutes Helicopter flying hours increased 15% to 5,940 hours Toowoomba was the busiest base again helping 932 people Total helicopter missions increased 10.5% to 3,372 (includes training) Townsville, Brisbane and Singapore jets helped... Read more
10-Jul-2025Source: DRF Luftrettung
The Göttingen base of the DRF Air Rescue turns 45 today. Since its official start of service on July 3, 1980, the red and white helicopter has become an indispensable component of emergency medical care in southern Lower Saxony. The base at Göttingen University Hospital stands for fast and competent assistance from the air –... Read more
10-Jul-2025Source: Hampshire and IOW Air Ambulance
The move to our new home near Southampton Airport will significantly improve response times to the majority of our missions – saving vital minutes in our critical care. Since the launch of our Operation Airbase appeal in September 2024, you have helped us raise £1.7 million towards our £3.6 million target – tantalisingly close to the halfway point. Handing over the... Read more
10-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Understanding the importance of being prepared to provide life-saving care and transport for patients of all ages, all Air Methods-operated bases in Nebraska, the nation’s leading air medical provider, have been awarded the Nebraska EMSC Pediatric Readiness Recognition by the Nebraska Emergency Medical Services for Children. This recognition is a testament to the continued commitment... Read more
10-Jul-2025Source: Hampshire and IOW Air Ambulance
Having served as a valued member of our Board of Trustees since 2021, Becca Brackwell-Slade now takes the reins from our outgoing Chair, Cllr David Drew, who stepped down after eight years of dedicated service. Becca was inspired to join our Board as a volunteer when her partner was rescued by the service after being... Read more
10-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Emergency air medical bases across northern Florida are reinforcing their commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into their helicopters and fixed wing airplanes. As part of Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, the following bases join the company’s initiative to integrate this life-saving technology... Read more
9-Jul-2025Source: DRF
A decade of providing rapid emergency medical assistance from the air: the DRF Air Rescue’s Angermünde base is celebrating its anniversary and inviting you to take a look behind the scenes. Since its commissioning on August 1, 2015, the Christoph 64 stationed there has become an indispensable part of emergency medical care in northeastern Brandenburg.... Read more
9-Jul-2025Source: NEMPSA
The National EMS Pilots Association is now accepting nominations for the NEMSPA EMS Pilot of the Year and the NEMSPA Lifetime Achievement Awards. Both awards will be presented at the annual Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) in Omaha, NE October 2025. Nominees should embody the best that the air ambulance industry has to offer in... Read more
8-Jul-2025Source: HELP Appeal
Royal Preston Hospital will begin a major refurbishment of its on-site helipad, thanks to a £720,000 donation from the HELP Appeal – the only charity in the country dedicated to funding hospital helipads. The current helipad, which no longer meets modern legislative requirements, will be closed to allow for the installation of a brand-new landing... Read more
1-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
LifeNet of New York 7-7 in Hornell is proud to announce the integration of the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into its air medical transport operations — a key milestone that significantly enhances patient care and emergency response capabilities. The AutoPulse NXT device delivers consistent, high-quality chest compressions without interruption, enabling the crew to... Read more
1-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, is excited to launch AirLIFE TEXAS 1 in Lockhart. This new base opened today to provide enhanced emergency care for residents and visitors throughout the area, further expanding the reach of AirLIFE TEXAS’ robust critical care ecosystem across the state. It joins sister AirLIFE TEXAS bases in... Read more
1-Jul-2025Source: Air Methods
LifeNet of New York was proud to support this year’s Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen, held June 19–21 at the historic Watkins Glen International in New York’s Finger Lakes region. As a highlight of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the third leg of the prestigious Michelin Endurance Cup, this iconic endurance race attracted... Read more
26-Jun-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Zimbabwe’s air ambulances are being flown and maintained by Russian pilots and technicians due to a local skill shortage, Zimbabwe Mail reports, quoting an announcement from health minister Douglas Mombeshora to the National Assembly. In May 2023, the government acquired 32 Ansat helicopters from Russia at a reported cost of US$10 million each, with 12... Read more
26-Jun-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the leading air medical service provider in the United States, announced the expansion of its Bell 429 helicopter fleet with the addition of two new aircraft to support various long-standing partners. For more than 15 years, Air Methods has relied on the Bell 429 as a cornerstone of its fleet. Currently, Air Methods... Read more
26-Jun-2025Source: Air Methods
LifeNet 3-1, an Air Medical program based in McHenry, celebrated five years as part of Air Methods on Tuesday, joining with partners, community members, and a former patient to celebrate the milestone. Under sunny skies, visitors were able to meet the crew, tour the base’s EC 145 air ambulance helicopter, and enjoy cotton candy and... Read more
25-Jun-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Airbus and Leonardo have submitted bids to the Slovenian Government under a Ministry of the Interior tender for two EMS helicopters which closed earlier this week. Leonardo have bid 31.96 million euros to supply two AW169s, while Airbus Helicopters are offering two H145s for 30.36 million euros. Both prices include VAT, according to the national... Read more
25-Jun-2025Source: Air Methods
The Life Saver bases in Sylacauga, Cusseta, and Evergreen, along with their sister base, USA SouthFlight in Semmes, are reinforcing their commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into their emergency air medical helicopters. As part of Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, Life Saver... Read more
25-Jun-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Following the announcement of their planning application in November 2024, Yorkshire Air Ambulance have now had local authority approval for their new Northern Air Support Unit. Approval was granted on 24 June 2025. The location will be a green field site on the outskirts of the village of Skipton on Swale, just 3.5 miles from... Read more
