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Air medical transport is often seen as the preferred mode of transport for high-risk patients, particularly those requiring a specialized critical care team during transport. Choosing air medical transport over ground-based transportation for certain types of patients can increase safety, save time, and continue treatment performed by specialized care teams while en route. Let’s discuss […]

Stormy skies or sunny days, Air Methods is always ready to respond. Inclement weather can complicate patient transport, but with our deep expertise, diverse resources, and commitment to safety, we work tirelessly to get all patients the right care, at the right time, in the right setting. Call Us Even if Air Is Not an […]

Air medical helicopters play a vital role in life-saving missions, often operating at low altitudes near hospital helipads, rescue squads, and emergency scenes. Unfortunately, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) present significant risks to these operations, from collisions to delays that can endanger lives. Responsible drone operation is critical to ensuring the safety of everyone in the […]

Joint multi-agency training simulates real-life emergency scenarios BARSTOW, CA – Dec. 11, 2025 — This week, the Mercy Air 66 air medical team, based in Barstow, partnered with Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Barstow Fire and Emergency Services, local law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and 911 dispatch teams for a comprehensive interagency command post exercise […]

Agreement ensures reliable transport, enhancing critical care services FORT MOHAVE, AZ – Dec. 9 2025 – Valley View Medical Center recently announced a partnership with TriState CareFlight 6, a community-based air medical program located in Fort Mohave and operated by Air Methods—the nation’s leading air medical provider. Through this preferred provider agreement (PPA), TriState CareFlight 6 […]

Humble beginnings lead to a decade and a half of critical medical care to those who need it most KINGMAN, AZ – Dec. 5, 2025 – TriState CareFlight 66 commemorated 15 years of dedicated service to the Kingman community and beyond on Wednesday, Dec. 3. The celebration, held at the TriState CareFlight base at Kingman […]

Patient, Family Thank Flight Crew HARRIS, NY – November 17, 2025 – In a season of being grateful, former patient George Krause, accompanied by his family, reunited with LifeNet of New York’s 7-5 air medical team last Thursday at their base in Harris. Krause and his family expressed appreciation for the exceptional care he received from […]

Luka Mijatovic rescued after hiking accident at Red River Gorge SLADE, KY — Nov. 5, 2025 — It was laughter and smiles all around as former patient Luka Mijatovic and his family reunited with the Air Methods of Kentucky 3 crew members and local first responders who rescued him following a hiking accident at Red River […]

Keith Herl overcame an unbelievable attack and reached out to thank those who helped him Pahrump, NV, Sept. 19, 2025 – Pahrump resident Gregory “Keith” Herl was driving home with his family in November 2022 when a stranger pulled up next to his car and began firing a shotgun. The shooter ran him off the […]