New aircraft strengthen lifesaving air medical operations in North Carolina and Iowa DENVER, CO, June 23, 2025 – 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 […]
New Helicopter Base at Artesia General Hospital to Bring Lifesaving Resource to Eddy County and Beyond ARTESIA, NM – June 23, 2025 – Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, is excited to announce the launch of Native Air 24 at Artesia General Hospital. This new base will enhance emergency care for residents […]
Grass is Greener initiative provides real-world training, opens doors for next generation of pilots GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, June 23, 2025 – Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, has partnered with Mauna Loa Helicopters to offer aspiring pilots a closer look at career opportunities in the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) industry. This […]
McHENRY, IL, June 19, 2025 – 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 […]
Device proven to be critical in emergency air medical transport of cardiac patients SYLACAUGA, AL, June 17, 2025 – 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 […]
GLASGOW, KY, June 12, 2025 – For a quarter-century, the Air Methods of Kentucky air medical base in Glasgow, KY has been providing lifesaving service throughout Barren County and beyond. On Tuesday, the crew marked this significant milestone with a celebratory barbecue at the base, joined by long-standing EMS and hospital partners. “This anniversary shows […]
Device provides advanced cardiac care and status helps get patients to hospitals faster PASO ROBLES, CA – June 10, 2025 – Mercy Air 34 in Paso Robles announced the integration of the ZOLL AutoPulse® NXT automated CPR device into its air medical transport operations and achieved first responder status for the region—key milestones that significantly enhance […]
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 […]
KERN COUNTY, CA – May 22, 2025 – United Rotorcraft is excited to announce a contract with the Kern County Fire Department (KCFD) for two FIREHAWK helicopters. This strategic investment will significantly enhance the KCFD aerial firefighting capabilities, providing advanced resources to combat wildfires and support emergency response operations. Acquired through the U.S. Army surplus […]