Long Range Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance
Dedicated private air ambulance flights offer full ICU capabilities for all domestic and international transport, with continuous bedside-to-bedside care provided by our experienced medical crew.
The Gold Standard in Air Ambulance Transport, Where Clinical Excellence Meets Extraordinary CARE
AirCARE1 is built around delivering an exceptional patient experience, combining advanced clinical expertise, comfort, and concierge-level coordination. Our team manages every detail of the air medical journey, providing seamless support and peace of mind for patients and their families.
- CAMTS Accredited
- 24/7 flight coordination
- Bedside-to-bedside care
Excellence in Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance & Long-Distance Air Transport
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22 +
Years of Company Experience
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8,000 +
Completed Patient Transports
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5,000
Hospitals & Facilities Served
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20,000
Hours of Patient Care
Certified. Accredited.
Trusted By Families & Hospitals Nationwide
AirCARE1 operates under its own FAA Part 135 certificate, authorized to conduct air ambulance services.
We uphold the highest standards in air medical transport through nationally recognized CAMTS accreditation since 2007 and advanced certifications held by our medical and aviation professionals. Many of these credentials are voluntary and require intensive training, reflecting our ongoing commitment to expanding our expertise and delivering exceptional patient care.
The Support You Need, the Expertise
You Trust, and the Confidence You
Deserve.
A Legacy of Safety
Since our founding more than 22 years ago, AirCARE1 has maintained a perfect safety record. Our FAA-recognized Safety Management System and CAMTS accreditation support this commitment through rigorous protocols, ongoing training, and proactive risk assessment, helping us uphold the highest standards of safe, dependable air medical transport.
Clinical & Aviation Excellence
Founded by a critical care nurse, AirCARE1 is built around clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Our highly trained medical crew specializes in flight physiology, trauma, and critical care, with credentials that exceed standard requirements. Every mission is operated by two experienced pilots with expertise in flight safety and air medical transport. Together, our team is equipped to manage even the most complex journeys with skill and confidence.
Operational Reliability
Our reliability is built on three essential elements: aircraft meticulously maintained by our in-house team, flight specialists who keep you informed at every stage, and proven processes refined through more than two decades of experience. When we accept your transport, we are committed to completing the mission.
Concierge Care
Exceptional care extends beyond medical treatment. Our holistic approach supports each patient’s comfort, emotional well-being, and sense of security throughout the journey. In our executive-style aircraft, amenities such as noise-cancelling headsets, touch therapy, and aromatherapy help create a calm, reassuring experience for patients and their families.
- CAMTS Accredited
- Perfect Safety Record
- Holistic Care
Air Ambulance & Medical Transport Services
From infants to adults, and from stable to critically ill patients, we recommend the appropriate level of care based on each patient’s unique needs, not on which option is most profitable. Some patients require a dedicated air ambulance with an ICU-equipped cabin, while others may travel safely aboard a commercial flight accompanied by a medical professional. Our flight specialists carefully assess each situation and help determine the most appropriate service for a safe, comfortable journey.
Commercial Medical Escort
A cost-effective option for stable patients, this service pairs the patient with an experienced flight medical professional who provides care and coordinates logistics throughout the door-to-door journey aboard a scheduled commercial flight.
Medical Repatriation by Air Transport
Seamlessly coordinated international air ambulance repatriation, including ground transportation at both ends, customs arrangements, and direct communication with the sending and receiving hospitals.
Specialty & Critical-Care Transport
Advanced air medical transport for complex cases, including patients requiring ventilator support, ECMO, advanced respiratory care, infant transport, or infectious disease protocols. Each mission is tailored to the patient’s condition, with the specialized equipment and experienced medical clinicians needed for safe, appropriate care.
Independently Accredited for the Highest
Standards of Medical Care
The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) accreditation is an independent, voluntary evaluation process that verifies compliance with high standards for patient care, safety, and air medical operations. As the industry’s longest-standing accrediting body, CAMTS is recognized for its rigorous and demanding accreditation process.
AirCARE1 has proudly maintained CAMTS accreditation since 2007.
What Sets AirCARE1 Apart from Other Providers
The right team makes all the difference. Not all air ambulance providers operate at the same standard, and when your loved one's care is on the line, that difference matters. AirCARE1 puts the patient first, protects your family's best interests, and provides trusted care from beginning to end.
CAMTS Accreditation
Not all accreditations are created equal. CAMTS is widely recognized as the gold standard in medical transport, with demanding standards met by only a select number of air ambulance providers. AirCARE1 has chosen to maintain this accreditation as a reflection of our longstanding commitment to uncompromising quality and safety.
Holistic Care
Our holistic approach supports the whole person, not just the diagnosis. Therapeutic music, aromatherapy, calming touch, and a thoughtfully designed cabin create a tranquil environment that helps reduce stress, promote comfort, and support recovery.
Price Transparency
You receive one all-inclusive quote and a short, straightforward agreement with no confusing language, hidden terms, or surprise fees after the flight. With us, you can expect clarity, honesty, and transparency at every step.
Premium Aircraft & Comfort
Our executive-style, medically configured Learjet 60 combines safety and speed with exceptional comfort, creating a calmer, more reassuring journey for patients and their families from takeoff to touchdown.
Proven in Critical Moments
Advanced medical training, experienced aviation crews, and sharp clinical judgment prepares our team to manage critical, complex, and unexpected situations in the air. Each patient we transport is in capable, trusted hands.
Reliable & Stress-Free Coordination
When we commit to your transport, every detail is confirmed so you can feel confident it will move forward as planned. From the first call through final handover, one dedicated team coordinates the entire journey, keeps you informed, and makes the process as seamless and stress-free as possible.
How Our Air Ambulance Service Works
Our team takes ownership of your mission from the first call through the final handoff. We understand hospital protocols, communicate directly with clinical teams, and coordinate every detail across North, Central, and South America, 24 hours a day. Here’s what you can expect throughout the process.
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Initial Call & Assessment
During your initial call, a flight specialist will review the patient’s condition, location, destination, and medical needs. We’ll assess the records, determine the appropriate level of care, and clearly explain the recommended transport and cost.
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Flight Planning & Logistics
We coordinate the aircraft, crew, flight routing, and ground ambulances at sending and receiving destinations. For international missions, we manage permits, customs, and ground handling. We take care of every detail, giving you less to worry about during a difficult time.
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In-Flight
Medical CareOur flight nurse and paramedic assume care at the patient’s bedside, not at the airport, and remain with the patient to their final destination. This bedside-to-bedside approach provides uninterrupted critical care throughout the entire transport.
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Arrival & Patient Handover
We accompany the patient and family member to the receiving facility, provide the new care team with a complete clinical report, and ensure the patient is safely settled. The air ambulance journey is complete only after the final handoff has been made.
Frequently Asked
Questions About Air
Ambulance Services
Have a question that isn't here? Our team is available around the clock to answer it directly.
What is an air ambulance?
An air ambulance is an aircraft configured as a flying ICU, staffed by a flight nurse and paramedic with ventilators, cardiac monitoring, and critical care medications onboard. AirCARE1 flies Learjets, which cover long distances faster than the turboprops many providers use.
What is the difference between an air ambulance and a commercial medical escort?
A private air ambulance is a dedicated aircraft flying only your patient, with a full critical care crew. A commercial medical escort puts one of our flight nurses beside your loved one on a scheduled airline flight, at a fraction of the cost. The first is for patients who can’t fly commercially; the second, for patients who can but shouldn’t fly alone.
When is a commercial medical escort a better option than an air ambulance?
When your loved one is stable, cleared by their physician for commercial travel, and needs supervision rather than intervention, like recovery after a hospital stay abroad, a move to long-term care, an elderly patient who can’t manage the trip alone. If that’s your situation, we’ll tell you, even though it’s the cheaper service.
How much does an air ambulance cost?
Domestic air ambulance flights typically run $30,000–$70,000; international medical repatriation commonly ranges from $80,000 to over $200,000, driven by distance, aircraft, clinical complexity, and permits. We quote one all-inclusive number before you commit, every line explained.
Does insurance cover air ambulance transport?
Sometimes fully, sometimes partially, depending on your policy and whether the transport is deemed medically necessary. International repatriation is frequently excluded unless you carry travel medical or evacuation coverage. Our coordinators verify your benefits before you commit, and tell you when the answer is no.
Does Medicare cover air ambulance services?
Medicare may cover air ambulance transportation when it is medically necessary and other forms of transportation could endanger the patient’s health. Coverage is generally limited to the nearest appropriate medical facility and is based on Medicare’s approved ambulance fee schedule, which may be substantially lower than the provider’s full charges.
Because coverage and reimbursement are limited, families should not assume Medicare will cover the cost of an air ambulance transport. AirCARE1’s flight coordinators can explain available private-pay options and provide clear pricing before a mission.
How do I arrange an air ambulance flight?
Call us. We review your loved one’s condition and records, then come back with a recommendation and an all-inclusive quote. And from there, a dedicated concierge team handles the aircraft, crew, ground ambulances, bed confirmation, and permits.
How do international air ambulance flights differ from domestic flights?
International missions add overflight and landing permits, customs clearance, sometimes fuel stops and crew rest, and coordination with a hospital that may not operate in English. That’s the cost difference, and the reason a bilingual coordinator matters.
What medical conditions require an air ambulance?
ICU-to-ICU transfers, ventilator-dependent patients, stroke and cardiac cases, serious trauma, complex post-surgical recovery, and anyone needing continuous monitoring or IV medications. Altitude matters too; for example, some conditions that look stable on the ground don’t tolerate cabin pressure, so every case gets a clinical review before we quote.
What does CAMTS accreditation mean for the patient?
It means an independent body inspected what you can’t: clinical protocols, crew training, aircraft maintenance, flight operations. It’s voluntary, and most air ambulance companies don’t hold it. We’ve held CAMTS accreditation continuously since 2007, passing a full reassessment every three years.
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- Aircraft, crew & routing Dedicated medical crew and the right aircraft for the mission.
- Bedside-to-bedside care Ground transport and hospital coordination on both ends.
- All logistics handled Permits, customs, and 24/7 coordination from first call to handover.
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Your Private Air Ambulance Quote
A dedicated aircraft and medical crew for critical or long-distance transport.
No obligation. Your information is kept confidential and used only to prepare your quote.
Your Commercial Medical Escort Quote
An experienced flight nurse accompanies a stable patient on a scheduled commercial flight.
No obligation. Your information is kept confidential and used only to prepare your quote.
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