6-Feb-2024Source: Devon Air Ambulance
Devon Air Ambulance’s (DAA) Community Landing Site Network has achieved a major milestone launching its 200th Community Landing Site at Tews Lane Playing Field, Fremington. DAA’s extensive network of 200 surveyed landing sites have allowed their aircraft to land in many towns and villages across Devon during the ‘hours of darkness’ enabling their specialist medical crew to... Read more
5-Feb-2024Source: Dial Partners
Dial Partners, Clairfield International’s partner office in London, has advised Gama Aviation Plc on the acquisition of Specialist Aviation Services. The transaction significantly increases the scale of Gama Aviation Plc’s Special Mission strategic business unit. Specialist Aviation Services is one of the leading helicopter special mission operators in the UK, operating and maintaining six Leonardo... Read more
5-Feb-2024Source: Bulgarian Government
[electronic translation] The first hospital heliport in Sofia is already registered according to the requirements for HEMS. It is located at St. Anne’s UMBAL and will be included in the air medical emergency system. This was announced by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Gvozdeikov, during the presentation of the registration documents at the... Read more
5-Feb-2024Source: FAA
In response to a biennial request from Helicopter Association International (HAI), the FAA has issued a two-year extension of Exemption 6002, permitting properly trained air ambulance/medical evacuation pilots employed by HAI member companies to remove and reinstall liquid oxygen (LOX) system containers under certain conditions. This extension, titled 6002O, is effective 01 February 2024 and,... Read more
4-Feb-2024Source: HeliHub.com
The Government of Bulgaria has taken delivery of their first A109S Trekker from Leonardo for a new national air ambulance operation, with the aircraft landing in Sofia on 1st February. The helicopter was then the subject of an official presentation on February 2 in the presence of Prime Minister Nikolay Denkov, Health Minister Hristo Hinkov,... Read more
1-Feb-2024Source: Gama Aviation
Gama Aviation Plc (the “Company”) today announces that it has agreed to purchase (the “Purchase”) the business of Specialist Aviation Services Limited (“Specialist”), a helicopter special mission business, as part of a pre-pack acquisition from its appointed administrators. Deal highlights Adds further scale and strength to Gama’s Special Mission strategic business unit (“SBU”) with some... Read more
31-Jan-2024Source: Children’s Air Ambulance
The national Children’s Air Ambulance (TCAA) has announced 2023 as its busiest year since the vital service started over a decade ago. The Children’s Air Ambulance is a pioneering service, changing the face of paediatric and neonatal care through the high-speed transfer of critically ill babies and children – flying them from one hospital to... Read more
31-Jan-2024Source: The Air Ambulance Service
Your local air ambulance has announced its second busiest year in 20 years as it responded to 3,803 potentially lifesaving missions throughout 2023. The Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance (WNAA) along with the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance (DLRAA), have worked tirelessly around the clock over the past year, and despite the continued impact... Read more
31-Jan-2024Source: Rockliff Liberal Government
The Rockliff Liberal Government has welcomed a new funding agreement with Westpac Banking Corporation to enhance emergency helicopter services that provide life-saving care to the Tasmanian community. The agreement is for an initial term of two years to 2026 and will enable the purchase of specialist equipment, training, and other service enhancing measures to ensure... Read more
30-Jan-2024
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has decided to introduce safe helicopter flight services in the Maldives. The President made this decision following the Cabinet’s deliberations on a paper submitted by the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation. The President has decided to mandate ‘Medivac’ and ‘Search and Rescue’ services, utilising twin-engine helicopters to initiate helicopter operations.... Read more
25-Jan-2024Source: Lufttransport
Lufttransport RW AS is excited to announce a favourable outcome after a thorough tender process for the SAR AW139 Troll-Oseberg area with Equinor, with operations out from Bergen Airport Flesland. “We are thrilled to have been chosen by Equinor for this service, one of the pillars for emergency preparedness on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS).... Read more
24-Jan-2024Source: LCI
LCI, a leading aviation company, has launched a new independent division dedicated to high quality advisory, consultancy and research services. LCI Analytics will initially cover mission critical rotorcraft and advanced air mobility operations across sectors including energy, emergency medical services (EMS), and search and rescue (SAR). It will publish regular, in-depth research and forecasts, and... Read more
22-Jan-2024Source: Jeremy Parkin
The CEOs of Gama Aviation and Specialist Aviation Services (SAS) gave an exclusive update with HeliHub.com late yesterday. Marwan Khalek of Gama Aviation and Luke Farajallah of SAS advised that the process of Gama Aviation acquiring the SAS business is progressing well, and their expectation is that it will be concluded shortly via a pre-pack process. ... Read more
22-Jan-2024Source: HAI
As part of a continuous program to improve Professional Education Courses offered at HAI HELI-EXPO®, Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce the addition of the Air Methods Ascend Advanced Airway Training class with Cadaver Lab at the upcoming show in Anaheim, California. “The air medical crew is a team, and it’s important for... Read more
19-Jan-2024Source: Omni Helicopters
Omni Helicopters officially selected six Guyanese nationals to become Search & Rescue (SAR) Rear Crew with additional aviation security roles. The team have commenced training with the primary role as Rear Crew to work as part of the team supporting the SAR Helicopter responding to emergency situations that may result in saving lives and delivering... Read more
19-Jan-2024Source: Bristow
Bristow Ireland Limited, Fórsa, and the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association (IALPA) have reached an agreement which will enable a smooth transition of all search and rescue (SAR) pilots and technical crew from the current operator to Bristow Ireland Limited. The comprehensive agreement between Bristow Ireland Limited, Fórsa, and IALPA was reached in December and captures... Read more
12-Jan-2024Source: Noozhawk
The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a five-year air ambulance services contract with CALSTAR, the company that responds to major-injury incidents and transports patients to local hospitals by helicopter. See Full Story.... Read more
8-Jan-2024Source: Gama Aviation
Gama Aviation have this morning issued the following statement to the stock market. The Board of Gama Aviation is aware of industry market speculation and confirms that it is in discussions to acquire the business of Specialist Aviation Services Limited (“Specialist”). Specialist is a UK-based provider of helicopter emergency medical services (“HEMS”) and aircraft repairs... Read more
3-Jan-2024Source: Police Aviation News
The January 2024 edition of Police Aviation News can be found here. HeliHub.com is providing an external link. Police Aviation News is responsible for the content of their monthly newsletter... Read more
20-Dec-2023Source: East Anglian Air Ambulance
East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) is delighted to welcome three new trustees to the board, who were appointed in December 2023, bringing with them a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion for the 24/7 life-saving service. Marie Sigsworth is a senior director with over 35 years’ experience of Financial Services and more recently the technology... Read more
4-Dec-2023Source: Police Aviation News
The December 2023 edition of Police Aviation News can be found here. HeliHub.com is providing an external link. Police Aviation News is responsible for the content of their monthly newsletter... Read more
1-Dec-2023Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE:LMT), delivered the first of 45 replacement MH-60T Jayhawk helicopter airframes to the U.S. Coast Guard, launching a 10-year program to extend the service life of the Coast Guard’s existing MH-60T fleet, and continue flying life-saving missions into the 2040s. The first MH-60T helicopter to receive the new airframe, consisting... Read more
30-Nov-2023Source: Nova Systems
Nova Systems announced today it has been awarded a contract by Bristow Ireland Limited as the mission system integrator for Bristow’s six AW189 helicopters supporting the search and rescue on behalf of the Irish Coast Guard. Nova Systems will use their EASA approved Part 21 Design Organisation in Shannon to act as the mission system... Read more
29-Nov-2023Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced at European Rotors 2023, the delivery of its third Bell 429 to Swiss-based helicopter rescue company, Air Zermatt. “Air Zermatt’s acquisition of a third Bell 429 not only highlights their devotion to providing life-saving search-and-rescue missions in a particularly demanding environment in the Swiss Alps, but also their... Read more
29-Nov-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
The Norwegian Air Ambulance has ordered three H135s and two five-bladed H145s that will be used for life-saving missions in Denmark, following a tender the operator recently won in the country. Moreover, the HEMS operator will take delivery of two new H145s in 2024 to expand their fleet in Norway. “I would like to thank... Read more
29-Nov-2023Source: Bucher Leichtbau
Bucher Leichtbau is proud to announce its collaboration with China Aviation Rescue & Emergency (CARE), marking a significant milestone in the advancement of air rescue capabilities in China. CARE takes a pioneering role in China as the launch customer for Bucher’s AC67 flex equipment, with the potential to place an order for an additional ten... Read more
28-Nov-2023
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. (ASU), a trusted provider modifying aircraft for civil and military night vision operations for more than 28 years around the world, announced today from European Rotors that they have signed an agreement with Skytec AS for the delivery of 14 new ASU E3 NVGs and five cockpit modifications for the Norwegian... Read more
28-Nov-2023Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters and ÖAMTC Air Rescue announced a new contract for two H135s during the third edition of European Rotors. The announcement follows an initial contract for five H135s signed at the end of 2020. “It’s a matter of course for us to constantly develop and improve our fleet so that we can provide our... Read more
24-Nov-2023Source: Bell
For decades, Bell has held an active presence in the European market by acting as a vital partner in providing innovative and high-performing aircraft for customers across the region. With hundreds of commercial aircraft groups, public safety, military, and HEMS customers, Bell continues to make its mark across the region. At this year’s largest rotorcraft-only... Read more
23-Nov-2023Source: MAA
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s clinicians and charity staff recently moved into its new combined airbase and headquarters facility establishing a centre of clinical excellence to future-proof its lifesaving service for years to come. The new facility, constructed by Morris Property Group, will help future-proof the advanced pre-hospital emergency service operated by Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.... Read more
23-Nov-2023Source: WMIX94
People involved in the development of a new Air Evac Joint Base Jefferson being built at Mount Vernon Outland Airport gathered Monday to break ground for the new facility. Air Evac personnel and other partners on the project, including investors and architects, were present for the celebration, along with leaders from City Hall. See Full Story.... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: HeliHub.com
A Uzbek-French business forum took place on 2nd November in Samarkand, involving around 20 organisations who supply to the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uzbekistan As part of the whole event, Minister of Health of Uzbekistan Amrillo Inoyatov met with representatives of Airbus Helicopters. The Ministry of Health has reported that discussions surrounded... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: PHI Air Medical
This year (2023) marks the five-year anniversary of the steadfast partnership between Christus Flight For Life (FFL) and PHI Air Medical. Together, PHI and FFL have achieved numerous impressive milestones, including completing more than 8,000 patient transports to date, significantly impacting healthcare accessibility in East Texas. This partnership has blossomed over the years, expanding the... Read more
21-Nov-2023Source: Netcare 911
In a first for the country, Netcare 911 in KwaZulu-Natal has won a gold award in the World Stroke Organisation’s (WSO) Emergency Medical Services Angels Awards. “Ensuring quality standards in pre-hospital care is an essential component of stroke management for improving survival rates and quality of life outcomes,” says Zasskia Wiese Netcare’s national stroke programme... Read more
20-Nov-2023Source: Medilink
Medilink International, a global leader in medical assistance services, is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of the remaining shares of Gulf Med Aviation Services, further cementing its position in the aviation medical support industry. This strategic move underscores Medilink’s commitment to providing comprehensive medical assistance solutions on a global scale. Medilink International has been... Read more
20-Nov-2023Source: Cornwall Air Ambulance
Cornwall Air Ambulance is delighted to announce the launch of the Heli 2 Appeal, aiming to purchase a second AW169 helicopter. The charity supports over 1,000 patients who are seriously ill or injured each year, but there is scope to reach even more people by air with the purchase of a second aircraft. The appeal,... Read more
20-Nov-2023Source: Swiss Air-Rescue Rega
Rega strives for new helicopter pilot and crew training levels by adopting the innovative FFS, underscoring their strong commitment to safety and sustainability in air rescue operations. The latest addition to the RST FFS family is officially handed over to Rega at the Lufthansa Aviation Training (LAT) Site in Opfikon, Switzerland, on November 16th. This... Read more
20-Nov-2023Source: Magpas Air Ambulance
Magpas Air Ambulance is thrilled to announce that a record number of the charity’s team members and supporters have been shortlisted for the Air Ambulance Awards of Excellence. The national awards are held once a year by Air Ambulances UK (AAUK), the national body that represents the UK’s 21 air ambulance charities, and the awards... Read more
16-Nov-2023Source: US Coast Guard
A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter air crew from Air Station Sitka crashed with four people aboard on Read Island during a search and rescue mission late Monday night. Rescue crews from Alaska Wildlife Troopers and Petersburg Fire and Rescue arrived on scene at approximately 12:50 a.m., and a second MH-60 Jayhawk air crew from... Read more
16-Nov-2023Source: Air Methods
Air Methods’ Life Flight 2 air ambulance program partnered with the City of Fitchburg to host a groundbreaking event at Fitchburg Municipal Airport to ceremoniously recognize the importance of fast, reliable air medical services in the community. Earlier this year, Air Methods partnered with the City of Fitchburg to ensure critical health care access to Worcester... Read more
15-Nov-2023Source: LEVL Leasing
LEVL Leasing Limited, a joint venture between Lobo Leasing Limited and EMP Structured Assets GmbH, closed a EUR 50m sale and leaseback transaction of six Airbus H145D2 and D3 helicopters with Avincis, Europe’s largest aerial emergency services operator. All of these helicopters are now being operated on long term Emergency Medical Support (EMS) contracts in... Read more
15-Nov-2023Source: HeliHub.com
Yorkshire Air Ambulance has placed an order for a third Airbus H145, with delivery expected in Autumn 2024. This will provide greater coverage during maintenance downtime periods on the two primary aircraft – one of which is seen in the image below. The existing pair were delivered in April and June 2023. In the recently... Read more
15-Nov-2023Source: Air Methods
Native Air 7’s Flight Paramedic and Clinical Base Lead Josh Malia recently surpassed transporting his 1,000th patient. Flying a thousand miles can be quick and easy, but impacting a thousand lives takes hundreds of hours of training, teamwork, and meticulous effort, and Malia achieved this milestone in less than nine years. “I can remember nearly... Read more
14-Nov-2023Source: MetroHealth
In November, MetroHealth officials and community partners will celebrate the opening of a new helipad on the health system’s Main Campus. The new helipad, located on the roof of MetroHealth’s Critical Care Pavilion, is the latest piece of MetroHealth’s $1 billion transformation of its Main Campus in Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood. To honor the occasion, we... Read more
14-Nov-2023Source: LifeFlight Australia
Tuesday, November 14 is a year since the one-in-5000-year flood almost wiped the small New South Wales town of Eugowra off the map. Two residents died and others who hadn’t seen flood water on their property in decades almost drowned in their backyards. Flying the dedicated emergency response Special Mission helicopter, deployed by New South... Read more
13-Nov-2023Source: HeliHub.com
Last week Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital celebrated the official opening of their helipad, made possible by the Friends of Einstein’s 2021 Harvest Ball. The new helipad will enable air ambulance helicopters to quickly transport patients with critical medical needs to and from the hospital. Located on the south side of the main buildings, the new... Read more
13-Nov-2023Source: HELP Appeal
The HELP Appeal has announced that there have been 26,000 landings on the 25 new hospital helipads it has funded across the country since its creation in 2009. In addition, this figure does not include the 20 hospital helipads which have also been upgraded thanks to its supporters. Since 2009 the charity: Funded 45 new,... Read more
13-Nov-2023Source: LifeFlight Australia
LifeFlight Australia’s fixed wing Air Ambulance fleet, aviators, aeromedical crew and support staff have been officially recognised as the best in the world, after being named ITIJ Air Ambulance Company of the Year. It recognises LifeFlight has shown resilience to market pressures, demonstrated innovation in the face of adversity, and risen above expectations to maintain the... Read more
8-Nov-2023Source: DRF Luftrettung
In future, DRF Luftrettung will be represented as a permanent member of ICAR (International Commission for Alpine Rescue), the leading international professional organization for alpine rescue. This was recently decided unanimously at the ICAR conference in Toblach, Italy, which brought together around 200 delegates from 41 countries. The aim of ICAR and its 72 international... Read more
8-Nov-2023Source: Devon Air Ambulance
The data that Devon Air Ambulance receives from Best Companies will help the charity to further explore what they do well and enable them to identify any areas for change, to ensure the organisation continues to create a great environment to work in. The survey consists of several questions based on how employees are feeling... Read more
6-Nov-2023Source: Police Aviation News
The November 2023 edition of Police Aviation News can be found here. HeliHub.com is providing an external link. Police Aviation News is responsible for the content of their monthly newsletter... Read more
31-Oct-2023
Helijet International Inc., North America’s largest and longest-standing helicopter airline, today announced plans to become the first Canadian air carrier to provide passenger and cargo services using electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft after placing firm orders for ALIA eVTOL aircraft from BETA Technologies. Helijet President and CEO Danny Sitnam and BETA Sales Director Skye... Read more
31-Oct-2023Source: Air Methods
As a “thank you” for the amazing support over the past year, Native Air 18 in Show Low, AZ invited first responders, partners, and requestors to an open house event where guests had the opportunity to enjoy camaraderie and partnership with the Native Air 18 crew. When Native Air 18 opened one year ago, the... Read more
30-Oct-2023Source: Yorkshire Air Ambulance
Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) took a unique approach to thank its dedicated supporters during their first ‘Ta Very Much’ day, which was part of the charity’s 23rd anniversary celebrations. This heartwarming event, hosted at the Nostell Air Base in Wakefield, was designed to show gratitude to donors for their generous contributions. The name ‘Ta Very... Read more
26-Oct-2023Source: EuroTec
EuroTec Vertical Flight Solutions, a leading helicopter sales and service center, delivers brand new custom completed aircraft to Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Since it was founded in 1993, Teton County Search and Rescue has never had its own year-round SAR-dedicated helicopter. For many years, the team contracted a... Read more
26-Oct-2023Source: European Medical Drone
European Medical Drone, the Swedish drone operator focusing on connecting hospitals by means of drone transportation, and Dufour Aerospace, the Swiss eVTOL innovator, signed a development cooperation and purchase agreement for 11 Aero2 uncrewed tilt-wing aircraft. The agreement includes the delivery of one Aero2 X2.3 prototype aircraft in 2024 and 10 serial Aero2 aircraft with... Read more
26-Oct-2023Source: Wales Air Ambulance
The Wales Air Ambulance Charity has unveiled its new aircraft, which has been named by the people of Wales, and its new Rapid Response Vehicles. The lifesaving service, funded through charitable donations, funds a fleet of rapid response vehicles and aircraft. They are equipped with some of the most advanced medical equipment in the world... Read more
26-Oct-2023Source: RACQ LifeFlight Rescue
Gympie Regional Council has further strengthened its commitment to aeromedical service RACQ LifeFlight Rescue with a new $160,000 agreement. The partnership will see LifeFlight receive $40,000 each year, for the next four years, from Council. The agreement recognises the significance of the work done by the service in Gympie and beyond. “LifeFlight play such an... Read more
25-Oct-2023Source: Teton County SAR
Teton County Search & Rescue is excited to announce that it has received its year-round rescue helicopter, completing the capital campaign to provide an on-call rescue ship to Teton County and surrounding areas. The helicopter—a single-engine H125 aircraft built by the France-based Airbus and then customized as a rescue ship by Kansas-based EuroTec—officially arrived on... Read more
24-Oct-2023
Air Methods Corporation (“Air Methods” or the “Company”), the leading air medical service provider in the U.S., announced today that it has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement (“RSA”) with (i) majorities of its first lien lenders and bondholders and (ii) its equity sponsor under which such key stakeholders have agreed to support an expedited... Read more
23-Oct-2023
Online announcements by Aero Tech Paint of Thruxton UK show that the Irish EMS operation of two Airbus EC135s is going through a change of branding. Previously using a red scheme fully based on the scheme of Thames Valley Air Ambulance (from where one of the two 135s was acquired), the scheme is now yellow... Read more
23-Oct-2023Source: Leonardo
HeliHub.com editor note – this order was originally announced on HeliHub.com over six months ago when Monroe County had made their decision. The press release below is merely Leonardo confirming that the contract is signed Leonardo announced an order today for three AW139 medium twin-engine helicopters by Monroe Country in Florida. These aircraft will be operated... Read more
23-Oct-2023Source: Dorset County Hospital
Plans to develop the Dorset County Hospital (DCH) site, including building a brand-new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit, have been given the green light by local planners. The Trust’s Your Future Hospital programme sets out plans to expand facilities on the site in Dorchester and help meet increasing demand. These include building a new... Read more
23-Oct-2023Source: Carle Health
On Oct. 7, the Carle Health AirLife team gathered at Frasca Field to celebrate the 20th anniversary of AirLife’s partnership with Carle Health. Since 2003, AirLife has transported critically ill or injured patients to the highest level of care while providing care in the air. AirLife is a flying emergency room where personnel can provide... Read more
23-Oct-2023Source: NSW Government
The first helicopter test flight has been completed at the new rooftop helipad as part of the $723.3 million Tweed Valley Hospital development, with a helicopter rescue team undertaking a successful landing and takeoff. The helipad testing exercise, carried out by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, is part of the operational commissioning activities being undertaken... Read more
23-Oct-2023Source: Air Methods
The Women Tech Council (WTC), a national organization focused on the economic impact of women in the technology sector, selected Air Methods CEO JaeLynn Williams as the winner of the 2023 Women In Tech Trailblazer Award. The winners were announced on Oct. 11 at an awards luncheon at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City. “I... Read more
20-Oct-2023Source: HeliHub.com
Bloomberg is currently reporting that Air Methods are facing financial challenges to the level of giving serious review of filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Quoting unnamed sources, they say that the process could be started as early as the end of October, and is partly driven by a missed loan interest payment earlier this... Read more
20-Oct-2023Source: Great Western Air Ambulance
On 2 October 2023, Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC) appointed Tim Ross-Smith to a brand-new role that was created in collaboration with South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASfT). As GWAAC’s Operations Officer, Tim is line-managing the Advanced Practitioners and Specialist Paramedics in Critical Care. He will be leading on the operational, rather... Read more
19-Oct-2023Source: HELP Appeal
Thanks to a £37,000 donation from the HELP Appeal, Bristol Royal Infirmary has become the second major trauma centre in the UK to benefit from a weather station which provides certainty and real time information for emergency helicopter pilots about weather conditions, ensuring that its patients are seen quicker and with more efficiency. The weather... Read more
18-Oct-2023Source: Leonardo
Leonardo is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Cormorant Trophy which has been awarded to Rescue 439, a CH-149 Griffon helicopter crew that pushed the aircraft to its limits in challenging conditions in an evolving remote rescue scenario in Quebec. On October 12, 2022 at 11:00 hrs, Rescue 439, a CH-149 Griffon helicopter... Read more
17-Oct-2023Source: Government of South Australia
Two new helicopters will be added to South Australia’s police and ambulance services to boost response time and operational capacity, in a major Malinauskas Government investment. A state government commitment of $150 million will see two new State Rescue Helicopter Service (SRHS) helicopters online before the end of 2024, four new dedicated pilots and an... Read more
17-Oct-2023Source: Air Methods
United Rotorcraft, a global leader in critical mission systems for nearly 30 years, and DART Aerospace, a Canadian aerospace company specialized in designing, manufacturing, and supporting helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft components and systems for nearly 43 years, announced today their partnership agreement to develop an aerial firefighting system for the Airbus Super Puma family of... Read more
16-Oct-2023Source: The Air Ambulance Service
The Air Ambulance Service (TAAS) is at a very exciting chapter in its history as it celebrates 10, 15, 20 years of dedication across its lifesaving services with the charity’s full fleet coming together. Your local air ambulance sees the Warwickshire & Northamptonshire Air Ambulance (WNAA) celebrating 20 years of lifesaving service and Derbyshire, Leicestershire... Read more
13-Oct-2023Source: AAMS
Each year, the Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) recognizes excellence and leadership in emergency medical transport through a variety of notable national awards. AAMS is pleased to announce the following finalists for each of the 2023 Community Awards to be presented during the Air Medical Conference (AMTC) in Columbus, Ohio. Program of the Year, sponsored by Airbus Recognizes... Read more
13-Oct-2023Source: LAA
London’s Air Ambulance Charity is pleased to announce the appointment of Captain Sam Tompkins as Chief Pilot. Captain Tompkins, who has been flying with the service since 2022, will assume his new role in December 2023. In an aviation career spanning 20 years, Captain Sam Tompkins began flying in helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) in... Read more
