Neonatal and Infant Air Transport

Conducting air neonatal transports for transporting a newborn out of a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) requires thorough collaboration between all parties involved. AirCARE1 is the preferred air ambulance provider to conduct air neonatal transports for these delicate patients by hospitals, insurance companies and healthcare providers as AirCARE1 is well known for our specialized air neonatal transport team and trusted medical care.

To successfully conduct a neonatal air transport, it requires a highly skilled and focused medical team utilizing specialized neonate equipment. AirCARE1 provides the most comprehensive bedside to bedside newborn care in our airborne neonate intensive care units. We utilize a fleet of Learjet aircraft to safely transport neonates at lifesaving speeds from domestic and International destinations worldwide. AirCARE1 also provides transport for family members and encourage a parent to accompany their newborn during the flight at no additional cost.

AirCARE1 provides a complete neonatal service that provides comfort and peace of mind. Our team stands ready and able to comfortably transport the smallest and most fragile of patients in an environment equivalent to a level 3 hospital neonatal intensive care unit.

AirCARE1 has a specialized neonate team that consists of neonate nurse practitioners, nurses, respiratory therapists, and paramedics. This team is experienced and trained in the newest technologies and neonatal resuscitation interventions. Each team member has extensive neonatal and transport backgrounds.

Our neonate team goes bedside at the sending facility to prepare the neonate for the safest transport. The neonate is carefully assessed, and any necessary interventions needed to stabilize the patient are made before transporting. Once the newborn is ready to transport, it is carefully placed into one of our specially designed neonate units that provides a warm, safe, and quiet environment for transport.

The tiny patient remains in our neonate units for the entirety of the transport. Our highly skilled team medically manages the patient utilizing our AirCARE1 monitoring equipment as well as a specialty ventilator, if needed, to deliver lifesaving oxygen. The medical team continuously monitors the neonate’s core temperature, oxygenation, heart rate and blood pressure and will quickly make important life-saving interventions when warranted.

Once the neonate reaches their destination, the medical team accompanies the neonate bedside to their final destination where an extensive report will be given to the receiving facility’s medical team.

An Airborne Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides the safest and most efficient way to transport a newborn experiencing complications from the transferring facility to a facility offering additional care options.

It is for that reason all newborn intensive care units on our Learjet aircraft are equipped with advanced medical technology identical to what is found in the hospital neonatal units, as well as qualified neonatal trained personnel experienced in utilizing these lifesaving technologies.

Our airborne neonatal intensive care units are equipped with either a Neonate Isollete or a Baby Pod that safely regulates the temperature of the newborn. The newborn is continuously monitored inside these devices with a highly sophisticated and advanced monitoring system. If needed, the newborn will receive life- saving oxygenation through our technologically advanced ventilator. Combined, this creates a sophisticated neonatal patient care system that transports the newborn in a safe and warm environment to their destination.

Our fleet of Learjet aircraft is specially designed to accommodate neonatal patients and a family member with utmost comfort and safety. Each Learjet is owned and operated by AirCARE1 to ensure the neonatal patient is transported in a well maintained and safe medical environment. The result is an unparalleled air ambulance service with a perfect safety record and a reputation for excellence in patient care.

AirCARE1 utilizes the most sophisticated flight environment, fully equipped as a Medical Level 3 Neonatal Airborne Intensive Care Unit. Our specialized medical transport system includes an Isollete or Baby Pod, neonate ventilator, Propaq monitor and Syringe Pumps, all combined to create a neonatal patient care system that transports the patient safely and compassionately to their destination hospital.

Our Learjet aircraft are the best transport option and will fly your special tiny patient and a family member, faster, safer, smoother, and more comfortably than any other aircraft.

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    AirCARE1 was built to challenge the status quo in order to provide superior care and comfort for our patients while elevating the healing process. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of care and safety in the industry. Our high standards are integrate within every aspect of our business which allow our patients to feel secure and have peace of mind during their transports.

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    We believe putting both the emotional and physical comfort of our patients at the forefront of our medical care can make a difference in our patients lives. Our unique approach to patient care utilizes holistic methods, combining exemplary medical services with the calming influence of music, aromatherapy, and gentle human touch to provide a pleasant, restorative experience that can advance the healing process.

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    AirCARE1 has a 100% safety record and continues to provide superior care by creating a safe environment for patients and family members during transport. At AirCARE1 we continuously promote safety as a core value, encouraging all practices that support a robust safety culture. The safety culture is unconditionally supported by the President of the company and is promoted across all departments within AirCARE1.

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    To show our patients that we are operating at the highest level of standards across both patient care and safety, AirCARE1 has a voluntary accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS). The rigorous and lengthy review process of becoming accredited demonstrates our commitment to providing the best care to our patients.

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    Our Fleet

    AirCARE1 exclusively relies on Learjet aircraft for the transportation of our patients. Utilizing Learjet as an air ambulance provides our patients with safety, comfort and fast travel time during each transport. To ensure the highest standards of safety and comfort are met during every medical transport, AirCARE1 has made the investment to own and operate its own fleet as well as employ a dedicated maintenance team.

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    Work with the most experienced and compassionate team in the industry. Our team has extensive background and knowledge in critical care as well as tangible experience in the flight environment that provides you with peace of mind and reassurance. Our employees go through rigorous training and continuing education to ensure they have the ability to take command of any situation during transport.

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    Medical Equipment

    Our air ambulance aircraft are equipped with the most sophisticated medical equipment and supplies to perform as a hospital grade Intensive Care Unit in the air. Our patients travel bedside to bedside on our custom-designed stretcher transport system, are observed with highly advanced monitoring devices, and have access to specialized equipment to care for a variety of medical conditions.

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    At AirCARE1, we’re proud to provide exceptional medical escort services. Our clients often share their positive experiences with our medical travel companions and commercial medical escort service. Read what they have to say:

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    Kari Hazen
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    Amazing staff that clearly explains options and listens to customers. Thank you so much for clarifying all of our questions during a difficult time.
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    Brett Johnston
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    My wife had a terrible bike accident in the mountains. Had no idea how I would get my wife moved from the mountains back to home for a much needed surgery. From the moment Valerie answered the first call from me, to Daniel and Rachel answering so many questions. Then Tom and Todd showed up to get my wife from point to point via airlift. I cannot tell you all I went through to get to the point to have to call AirCARE1, but once I did they took over and solved a difficult problem for me. I am sorry if you have to ever do this, but if you do, I wouldn’t hesitate to use them.
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    Uri Ravel
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    I wish to convey my deep appreciation to Debbie Rehn, the nurse who accompanied me, for the professional services she provided during my travel to Israel. Debbie was devoted, knowledgeable, and very attentive to my considerable physical and emotional needs. Debbie demonstrated a highly caring and professional approach to the patient under her care, and this reassured me and my husband that I was under the best care possible for the duration of our international travel. Thank you, Valerie, for your excellent coordination of the complex arrangements that had to be completed in preparation for our flight. It was a difficult period for us, and your devotion to our travel needs helped us to succeed in our objectives. To Valeria and Debbie, thank you for being there to help us through a difficult and challenging time.
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    Imagine getting the phone call telling you your 10 year old grandson has been bitten by a shark off the coast of Mexico. Not even knowing the details about the extensive damage that he had suffered, our immediate instinct was that we needed to get him back home ASAP. It’s Friday afternoon. Where do we even start? An internet search and one phone call to AirCare1 proved to be a Godsend. Dan, the flight operations manager on duty, was so calm and reassuring about explaining the process of arranging the flight. I must have called him 15 times because I would always think of one more question. When he explained to me that we needed to get the Mexican hospital to agree to release Dillon and Children’s Hospital in Denver needed to agree to accept him before we could book the flight, my only thought was how am I ever going to do that? As it turned out, I didn’t have to do that. The team at AirCare1 did it all.. We got word the next morning the hospitals were in agreement, the ambulance in Mexico to pick him up and the ambulance in Colorado to deliver him were both booked, and the flight crew was ready. Sunday was Dillon-Day, Dillon was coming home! The medical personnel met the ambulance at the Cancun airport, picked Dillon up at the hospital and were with him every minute until he was delivered to Children’s. How reassuring. Even more reassuring was the communication from the team on the day of the flight, keeping us informed of the progress of the crew all day long, from takeoff at 6 am in Phoenix to arrival at Children’s Hospital that night, the communication was outstanding! Probably the biggest attribute of the team at AirCare1 was each team member was absolutely invested in getting Dillon home. Dan, by his demeaner, took a huge burden off our shoulders. By patiently and calmly explaining the process, we knew exactly what was necessary to get the plan in place. Camber and Doug, the pilots, executed their mission flawlessly including cutting into the weather delay they experienced leaving Mexico to get Dillon home ASAP.. Jen, the flight nurse and Ryan, the paramedic, took such unbelievable care of Dillon. They got him comfortable, inspected his wounds, and prepared him for the planned triage in Denver. Both were so attentive the whole time they were with him. What an incredible team Dillon had. Everyone’s goal and focus was on him. Our family will be forever grateful to everyone at AirCare1 for their expertise and commitment to Dillon and our family. Thank you all!! You are the best!! Jim & Terrie Guiffre
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    Amazing experience from getting a quote online very quickly, to answering all my questions and concerns. Everything from beginning to the arrival was timely. Personal call informing me when my family member was safely on the plane and in the air and when they landed and he was transported safely to the hospital. I was convinced customer care and support was a thing of the past. It isn’t with this company.
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    When I purchased air evac insurance I never imagined actually using it, but I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful experience than with AirCARE1! Natalie, Jenn and my pilots got me home quickly, comfortably and with attentive care. THANK YOU!!
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    We are so grateful to everyone at Air Care 1 for their professionalism and kindness in helping us get our dad out of Jamaica and back to Scottsdale—in less than 48 hrs. From the initial phone call and immediate action, to the thorough paperwork, contacting doctors, hospitals and the financial process, , everything was streamlined and efficient. Throughout the flight, they kept us updated on the condition of our dad through phone calls, emails and text messages as well as flight status every step of the way. Landing right on time, the ground ambulance was fully prepared and equipped. They even followed up with us after he checked into the hospital and a few days later. This company exceeded our expectations. The highly trained professionals ranged from Valerie at the front desk to the flight paramedic Natalie, the two pilots and Chris who drove the ground ambulance. Emotions were high and our family can’t be more grateful for this team who truly helped to save his life.
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    The process, team, and overall experience was amazing and made a horrible situation that much easier!
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    I could not have been more satisfied with AirCARE1. We needed them to transfer my husband from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.They came down the same day. The flight crew was awesome from start to finish. They really cared
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    From the administration to flight operations to the entire crew our experience with AirCARE1 was exceptional! They were professional and understanding during one of the most difficult times in my and my mother's lives. The air crew was so very caring and ensured that my mother was in the best of hands and cared for me as well! We had a very smooth flight at the hands of the professional and friendly pilots. I cannot express my thanks to Randy and Jenn for ensuring my mother's medical care was top notch. I would recommend AirCARE1 to anyone! Thank you all so much! Barb Meadows and my mom Elizabeth.

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