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Understanding Learjet 35 vs Learjet 60 Air Ambulances: Quotes, Costs, and Aircraft Types

By |2025-10-06T20:06:16+00:00October 6th, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

When a loved one needs an air medical transport, the experience can feel overwhelming. On top of the stress of dealing with a new and unknown medical process, you may find yourself sorting through quotes that don’t always explain exactly what’s included. One of the biggest differences in cost often comes down to the type of aircraft used for transport. At first glance, a Learjet is a Learjet - but not all models are the same. The three most common jets used in medical transport are the Learjet 60, Learjet [...]

A Collaborative Approach for the Most Critical Patients – Pediatric ECMO Transport

By |2025-09-22T21:19:29+00:00September 22nd, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized|

Case Study: AirCARE1 transported a child for a lung transplant under the most challenging conditions Background AirCARE1 was tasked with a high-acuity mission: transporting a critically ill pediatric ECMO patient from a rural hospital in Delaware to a tertiary care center in Ohio. The patient-a 7-year-old girl newly diagnosed with MDA5+ autoimmune disease—experienced a rapid and devastating decline. This rare disorder triggers the production of antibodies against the MDA5 protein, causing severe inflammation and lung damage. Within days, she developed acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), multiple pneumothoraces, and worsening respiratory [...]

What Is Bed-to-Bed Service: A Comprehensive Guide

By |2025-10-01T17:13:31+00:00September 5th, 2025|Categories: Patient Transport|

Key Takeaways:  Bed-to-bed air ambulance service provides continuous medical care during transport, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients with critical conditions. This comprehensive service includes ICU-level equipment, experienced medical professionals, and seamless coordination from bedside to bedside. Choosing bed-to-bed transport offers peace of mind for families, knowing their loved one is receiving the highest level of care throughout the entire journey. Bed-to-bed medical treatment is necessary when an individual requires continuous monitoring or intensive care unit (ICU) attention during transport. Medical flight teams support patients throughout the entire transport [...]

Can You Fly After a Concussion?

By |2025-10-01T17:15:08+00:00August 29th, 2025|Categories: Ambulance Flight, Health|

Key Takeaways:  Flying after a concussion is possible, but consulting with a doctor to assess your symptoms and risk factors is crucial for your safety. Air travel can worsen concussion symptoms like headaches and dizziness, so taking precautions like staying hydrated and minimizing stimuli is essential. Consider a medical escort for support and monitoring during your flight to ensure a safe and comfortable journey after a concussion. Flying with a concussion may be possible, but it's wise to weigh the risks carefully. A pre-travel consultation with your doctor can determine [...]

Providing Care for Hospice Patients

By |2025-10-01T17:17:53+00:00June 3rd, 2025|Categories: Holistic Care, Nursing|

Key Takeaways:  Caring for hospice patients requires prioritizing their comfort and wishes, focusing on quality of life during their end-of-life journey. Hospice care differs from typical medical care by being family-centered, involving loved ones in decision-making and care plans. Air ambulance services can facilitate long-range transports for hospice patients, fulfilling their wishes to spend their final days in a specific location. Caring for and assisting hospice patients during their end-of-life medical journey is a challenging yet fulfilling job. Amongst many things, ultimately it is important to support hospice patients by [...]

Transporting Patients With Mental Health & Behavioral Disorders

By |2025-10-01T17:21:27+00:00May 25th, 2025|Categories: Patient Transport|

Key Takeaways:  Transporting patients with mental health disorders requires specialized care, understanding, and a tailored treatment plan to ensure their safety and comfort. Air ambulance services provide a safe and controlled environment for these patients, offering medical care and minimizing potential disruptions during transport. AirCARE1 prioritizes holistic care, empathy, and collaboration with facilities and families to support patients on their journey to recovery and healing. Anyone, and everyone, can experience difficulties with mental health. During these turbulent times of the 2020-2021 pandemic mental health diagnosis has vastly increased, suicide rates [...]

The Most Common Reasons for Long-Range Medical Patient Transports

By |2025-10-01T17:22:25+00:00May 24th, 2025|Categories: Medical Transportation, Patient Transport|

Key Takeaways: Long-range air medical transport is often necessary when patients become critically ill or injured while traveling and need to return home for treatment. Patients requiring specialized medical care unavailable at their current facility may need air ambulance transport to a more appropriate hospital. Air ambulances provide a safe and comfortable way to transport premature babies, hospice patients, and those with mental health conditions over long distances. A patient transport is the process of moving a patient to and from one location to another often involving hospitals, treatment facilities, [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Air Ambulance Insurance

By |2025-10-01T17:25:23+00:00May 15th, 2025|Categories: Health Insurance|

Key Takeaways:  Air ambulance costs can range from $12,000 to over $100,000, making it crucial to understand your insurance coverage and potential out-of-pocket expenses. While some insurance plans cover air ambulance transport for various medical needs, many have specific requirements or may only approve flights for certain emergencies. When evaluating air ambulance insurance, consider deductibles, geographic coverage (including international flights), and whether the provider is accredited by reputable organizations. When evaluating insurance for services that require an air ambulance, a customer should consider every insurance plan's deductibles, whether or not [...]

Safe Medical Air Travel for Patients: Why AirCARE1 Sets the Standard in Air Ambulance Care

By |2025-10-01T17:27:33+00:00May 14th, 2025|Categories: Ambulance Flight, Medical Flight, Medical Transportation|

Key Takeaways: AirCARE1 prioritizes patient safety through rigorous protocols, FAA-approved systems, and a 21-year accident-free record, making air medical transport a safe and reliable option. Experienced pilots, certified medical teams, and meticulously maintained Learjet 60 aircraft ensure ICU-level care and a smooth, secure journey for patients. AirCARE1's commitment to in-house maintenance, FAA-recognized safety programs, and continuous improvement sets a high standard for safety in air ambulance services. At AirCARE1, safety is our highest priority—we operate under rigorous protocols, utilize FAA-approved safety systems, and maintain a 21-year accident-free record to [...]

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Transports

By |2025-10-01T17:28:41+00:00May 13th, 2025|Categories: Patient Transport|

Key Takeaways: ECMO transports are highly complex and require a specialized, certified ECMO team to safely move patients with severe heart or lung illnesses. Successful ECMO transports demand meticulous planning, risk mitigation, and constant monitoring due to the delicate nature of the ECMO circuit and the patient's condition. A dedicated air ambulance provider should have the same high-quality equipment and expertise as a medical facility to ensure seamless and safe ECMO transport. Patients who have been placed on ECMO have a severe and life-threatening illness that stops their heart or [...]