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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 […]

As the winter months set in, a surge in pediatric respiratory illnesses becomes an anticipated challenge for medical professionals. Rural, community hospitals often find themselves overwhelmed by the influx of pediatric patients needing specialized care they may not be equipped to provide. The rise in pediatric respiratory illness creates a demand for air medical transport […]

In the fast-paced world of air medical services, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. One way to ensure that we meet and exceed industry standards as an organization is through simulation education, a method that mirrors real-life medical scenarios for training purposes. Recently, Air Methods achieved a significant milestone by earning Simulation Center Accreditation […]

New Helicopter Brings Lifesaving Resource to Wakulla County   CRAWFORDVILLE, FL – June 5, 2025 – Air Methods, the leading air medical service provider in the United States, is excited to announce the arrival of AirLife Florida 1 in Wakulla County. This new base, which opened on June 4, will enhance emergency care for residents and visitors […]

Device proven to be critical in emergency air medical transport of cardiac patients  LIBERAL, KS, June 5, 2025 – The LifeSave Kansas bases in Liberal and Garden City, along with their sister bases in Wichita and Emporia, are reinforcing their commitment to safety and clinical excellence by integrating the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device […]

Leaves legacy of service, mentorship, and community impact  SAN DIEGO, CA – June 4, 2025 – After more than three decades of distinguished service in emergency medical services (EMS), Flight Nurse Kelly Forman officially retired her wings from Air Methods’ Mercy Air program on May 31, capping her extraordinary career with a heartfelt celebration at […]

Reunion highlights vital role of teamwork in emergency medical services FRESNO, CA — May 28, 2025 — On Monday, May 19, more than a year after a near-fatal fall in the mountains, Michael Gardner reunited with the SkyLife air medical crew who helped save his life. The reunion took place at the SkyLife base in Fresno during National […]

Base kicks off National EMS Week with celebration, former patient returns to thank flight crew who helped save his life HORNELL, NY – May 20, 2025 – LifeNet of New York 7-7, based at the Hornell Municipal Airport, celebrated 15 years of providing lifesaving service to communities across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region with […]

HASTINGS, NE – April 3, 2025 – Cheers and applause filled the air at Hastings Middle School on Wednesday as students and staff gathered to witness an emotional reunion. The TriCity LifeNet crew landed on the school’s football field to reunite with 12-year-old student Axel Barahona and his family—more than a year after transporting him […]