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Six Tips on How to Spot an Air Ambulance Broker

By |2026-02-18T17:55:06+00:00February 23rd, 2025|Categories: Patient Transport|

Key Takeaways: Verify aircraft ownership by checking tail numbers on the FAA website and requesting a copy of the air ambulance provider's DO85 operations specification. Be wary of ambiguous wording on websites, such as "we have access to" instead of "we own and operate," and investigate the domain name registration to confirm ownership. Ensure the company has a physical mailing address with local phone numbers and can provide a copy of their Air Operator Certificate (Part 135 Certificate). Choosing the services of air ambulance provider especially during a stressful time [...]

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What To Do When A Medical Evacuation Is Necessary

By |2026-02-18T18:15:00+00:00February 21st, 2025|Categories: Patient Transport|Tags: , , |

Key Takeaways: Medical evacuation, or medevac, utilizes air ambulances to quickly transport patients needing emergency medical care, especially over long distances. The level of care required during transport (Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Support, or Critical Care) determines the specific medical support and equipment needed on the air ambulance. To ensure the best care and avoid unnecessary costs, it's crucial to contact an air ambulance company directly rather than using a broker. When a person is having a life threatening emergency, medical evacuation is often needed. Many times we witness [...]

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Top 10 Tips for Traveling in Your Elderly Years

By |2025-10-01T17:41:50+00:00February 17th, 2025|Categories: Travel|

Key Takeaways: Planning and preparation are key for older adults to ensure safe and enjoyable travel experiences, including researching destinations and understanding potential health risks. Staying active, managing medications, and hydrating properly are crucial for maintaining health and well-being while traveling in your elder years. Taking safety precautions, being mindful of social media, and choosing accommodations that fit your needs can help protect against fraud, theft, and accessibility issues. Your golden years are an opportunity for adventure! As a retiree, you have more time to experience new and exciting [...]

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How to Prepare for a Medical Emergency When Traveling Abroad

By |2025-10-01T17:42:50+00:00February 8th, 2025|Categories: Travel|

Key Takeaways: Pack a comprehensive first-aid kit with necessary medications and travel-related remedies, keeping essential items in your carry-on luggage. Carry copies of your medical records, travel itinerary, and emergency contacts, and leave a duplicate set with someone at home. Research medical transportation options, understand your travel insurance coverage, and learn key medical phrases in the local language of your destination. If you are planning to take a trip outside of your home country, you should always plan what you will do in case of a medical emergency. This is [...]

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Arranging for Medical Transportation by Air

By |2026-02-18T18:09:27+00:00January 22nd, 2025|Categories: Patient Transport|Tags: |

Key Takeaway: Prioritize patient safety and comfort when arranging medical transportation by air, considering the in-flight care, safety protocols, and medical liability of the air ambulance provider. Provide the air ambulance company with detailed information about the patient's medical condition, transportation needs, and any accompanying family members. Ensure the quote includes all costs, such as ground transportation and landing fees, and discuss payment options, including medical insurance coverage. Whenever you are transporting a seriously ill patient from one medical institution to another whether within the same city, or between different [...]

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AirCARE1 Completes 12-Year Inspection on Lear60 Aircraft: All Aircraft Now Available for Service

By |2025-05-20T13:49:17+00:00January 21st, 2025|Categories: Aviation, Company News|Tags: , |

At AirCARE1, we commit to providing the highest level of care to our patients. Our commitment to excellence goes beyond delivering superior air medical transports—it extends to the equipment and aircraft that make our services possible. We proudly announce that our expert team of full-time mechanics, Richard Deland (Director of Maintenance), Layton Hart (Lead Mechanic), and Neal Phearson (Mechanic), completed a major milestone - the 12-year inspection of one of our Lear60 aircraft entirely in-house. The team completed the inspection impeccably. This past week, our pilots successfully conducted the [...]

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When to Choose an Air Ambulance vs Commercial Medical Escort

By |2026-02-18T17:57:43+00:00January 15th, 2025|Categories: Commercial Medical Escort, Medical Transportation, Patient Transport|

Key Takeaway: Choose a dedicated air ambulance for patients needing intensive care and specialized medical equipment during transport, while a commercial medical escort is suitable for stable patients who can fly commercially with medical supervision. Air ambulances offer greater flexibility in transporting patients with a wider range of conditions, while commercial medical escorts have specific medical clearance and stability requirements. While commercial medical escorts are generally more cost-effective, the best option depends on the patient's medical needs and the level of care required during the journey. Jump To: Aircraft | [...]

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How Organ Transplant Flights Work

By |2025-10-01T17:46:20+00:00January 1st, 2025|Categories: Medical Transportation, Patient Transport|

Key Takeaways: Air ambulance services, like AirCARE1, provide rapid and reliable transportation for organ transplant recipients, ensuring they reach their destination quickly and safely. Pre-planning is essential, including listing as a transplant recipient with the air ambulance service and establishing insurance pre-approval. During the organ transport flight, patients receive continuous medical monitoring, comfort measures, and a seamless transfer process from bedside to the aircraft. Receiving the call that you’ve been approved for a transplant can be both exciting and downright frightful. When that call comes, transportation should be the least [...]

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Family Flight Solutions

By |2025-10-01T17:48:41+00:00November 25th, 2024|Categories: Uncategorized|

Key Takeaways: AirCARE1 offers family flight solutions, including air ambulance, medical escort, and specialty air transport, to safely and comfortably transport loved ones for medical care. These services cater to various needs, from accessing specialized facilities to providing constant care during long-distance, non-emergency medical transport. AirCARE1 prioritizes safety, holistic care, and personalized solutions to alleviate stress and provide peace of mind for families during medical transport. Getting a loved one to another location for medical attention doesn't have to be stressful. With family flight solutions from AirCARE1, you can cross [...]

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Top 5 Reasons to Get Travel Insurance for Medical Emergencies

By |2025-10-01T17:49:43+00:00November 18th, 2024|Categories: Health Insurance, Preventative Care|

Key Takeaways: Travel insurance can cover the cost of replacing lost or stolen prescription medications, which can be difficult and expensive to obtain in foreign locations. It protects against financial losses due to sickness or injury, reimbursing prepaid trip costs and covering medical expenses, including finding doctors and arranging transportation. Travel insurance with emergency medical transportation benefits can cover the high costs of medical evacuation, ensuring access to appropriate care and transport back home. Holiday travel is upon us, do you have travel insurance for your upcoming trips? People often [...]

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