With over thirty years in the aviation business, I know many people who traveled to remote places in the world who ended up in emergency situations. Unfortunately, people become ill or may get seriously injured in an accident while traveling only to find them self stuck in a country with poor medical treatment. They may find that they are too ill to be allowed to board an airliner or require a stretcher or other medical equipment to be transferred that is not allowed with the airlines. The panic calls I have received from family members, business associates and loved ones in this situation reminds me why everyone should plan ahead when traveling, especially to remote third-world nations! Simply have an emergency plan to get home in the event of becoming ill, having an accident or even if something as terrible as a terrorist attack or major earthquake occurs. You might have airlined in to your destination, but what happens if an airline shuts down service or you become so ill that you need to get home via an air ambulance service? Who would you contact? Does your family know where you are? Do you have insurance that covers air ambulance service? Do you know a reputable company that could provide air charter to a major airport that would have airline service to get you home? These are just some of the questions to have answered before you leave for your next vacation or business trip!

I recommend calling us at 1-877-303-6660 at the Global Jet Net  as for a small fee we will provide you with the research and emergency plan you need. In addition, if you have to activate your emergency plan, you will have us at your side helping you or your loved one get home, whether its a medical emergency or evacuation. Volcano’s, Earthquakes, Tsunami’s and the uncertain world should not stop you from traveling, but planning ahead with an emergency plan might just be the best thing you pack for your next trip! AirAmbulance-Medlfight.com is part of the Global Jet Net.

Author: Brian Fiske, MS

We may equate medical evacuation with the military but med-evac services can save the life of ordinary citizens faced with extraordinary circumstances. Whether you are injured while rappelling down a mountain or experience chest pain while strolling through a museum, an air ambulance can save your life when traveling abroad.

Stan and Jenny were spending their two week vacation in Costa Rica. They were staying at a friend’s home and using his jeep while there. While navigating the twisting roads, Stan hit a rock and the jeep flipped over. Jenny escaped with minor cuts and bruises but Stan needed to be hospitalized. Both wanted to go home immediately but Stan could not travel on a commercial air flight. Not knowing what else to do they remained in Costa Rica for 4 weeks until Stan was well enough to fly home.

It’s hard enough to experience illness or injury at home but being in need of medical services while traveling in a foreign country can be disconcerting. You are away from the support of family and friends and the familiarity of your health system. A little advance planning can help you prepare if you need emergency medical care while traveling abroad.

We often see med-evac teams traveling by helicopter. However, the mode of transport may be ground, air escort, jet or even a Cessna. The staffing, medical equipment and mode are all dependent on your medical condition and needs. The air ambulance company can suggest several medically appropriate alternatives to meet your needs.

An air ambulance service can safely transport you from a hospital abroad to a hospital in your town. Your medical support team coordinates bedside to bedside service ensuring your safe transport back home. The medical team can also provide medical assistance while traveling.

If you are injured or hospitalized while you are traveling abroad, you or a family member can call the air ambulance service directly to arrange transport home. Having their number with you will facilitate this process. The air ambulance company can manage the communication between the hospital facilities, physicians, insurance company, airports and your family.

When planning your travel abroad, include the number of an air ambulance company in your emergency contacts. If you are injured or become ill while on vacation, air ambulance teams can safely and quickly arrange to transport you back home.

Author: Clif Carothers

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Air Ambulances Save Lives

Air Ambulance – MedFlight offers the following information on how Air Ambulances and MedFlight Services truly do save lives.

We have all heard the stories about people who through mechanical problems or other difficulties have had trouble with air ambulance but these stories make up a small portion of the stories relating to air ambulances. There are so many situations where air ambulances have been the difference between life and death for many people.

There are many stories out there about the dangers of flying in an air ambulance but these stories are so infrequent and the chance of being harmed while flying in an air ambulance is very minimal. However these types of media friendly stories often bury the true live saving stories of air ambulance in action. These true stories help give a person a perspective on the true value of air ambulances and the services that they provide. Some of the most popular air ambulance rescues include Sammie Newlon, Ben Bryer, and Trevor Pierce.

Sammie Newlon was a new born baby who despite a perfectly normal birth was having difficulty feeding and refused to feed for several days. The family doctor of the Newlon family told the parents of baby Sammie that there wasn�t anything to worry about. The doctor then prescribed a broad spectrum medial antibiotic for Sammie that he thought would cure the problem. However Sammie worsened over the next twenty four hours and by the time his parents called 911 Sammie was barely breathing. An air ambulance was dispatched and picked the family up within minutes and delivered him safely to the hospital. Without the service of an air ambulance it is unlikely that baby Sammie would have survived to reach the hospital.

Ben Bryer was an eighteen year old youth who was critically injured while out riding his bicycle one day in Colchester. In his accident Ben Dryer had several fractures; many puncture wounds, a critical head injury, and had lost a significant amount of blood. Ben ended up in a coma for over nine days and without the quick medical treatment he received by having an air ambulance delivery him to the emergency room within a half hour it is likely that Ben would have never woken up.

Trevor Pierce was twenty two years old when he fell from roof top when he was hanging up Christmas lights and his ladder gave way beneath him. Trevor�s injuries were very severe and paramedics were concerned about moving him by land as there was a great concern over spinal injuries and they didn�t want to worsen the situation. In the end an air ambulance was sent for and delivered Trevor to the hospital much quicker than the half an hour land journey would have been.

Air Ambulance Life Saving Stories
Guide to Air Ambulances

By Mitchel Harad Published: 1/31/2007

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Though we all tend to equate medical transportation with the military, we can’t deny that medical evacuation services are more life saving than any other mode of medical transport, to say the least. So, whether you are suffering from a heart attack or are injured while going mountain climbing, an air ambulance can indeed save you life whether you are indoors or traveling.

Air Ambulance - MedFlight offers the following article that describes in detail what an Air Ambulance Service entails. 

So, what is an air ambulance? No, an air ambulance isn’t an ambulance that flies. It is simply a type of aircraft, which can be used to help people who are stuck in medically dangerous situations. These days, most air ambulances come in the form of helicopters or choppers, but in the years gone by small aircraft’s were also used as air ambulances.

The whole concept of moving the critically injured by air was started, probably simultaneously, along with the fixed-wing aircraft flight concept. Shortly after the first airplane was successfully flown by the Wright brothers, two very important US Army medical officers, Lt. A. L. Rhodes and Capt. George H. R. Gosman designed the first airplane to transports patients to medical units.

The Preferred Air Emergency Service of the 21st Century

In most injury cases, the chances of medical help being a hop, skip and a jump away are very slim. When there is need for immediate medical attention, especially if it is specialized medical care, then an air ambulance is the preferred mode of medical transport.

However, transportation is not about the only use of an air ambulance! In the past, air ambulances have played very important roles in recovery and rescue missions. In such cases, these helicopters can hover over places where people have been injured and can help by pulling them up to safety.

Most air ambulances come fully equipped with important medical equipment, but do not generally carry large quantities of these equipment’s. Since it is very important for a helicopter to fly lightly, air ambulances will be equipped with the bare minimum in medical supplies like CPR units, monitoring units and other emergency medical supplies. By doing so, critically wounded individuals can be tended to until they are transported to a better location for further treatment.

Advice and Information on Air Ambulance Services

Most air ambulance services provide operations that run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week throughout the country or internationally. A hospital advocate or patient will first contact the air ambulance operations center, where a flight coordinator will then determine the urgency and medical needs of the operation.

Once this is done, the operations center will then determine the type of ambulance that will be required. From helicopters to twin engine propellers to Lear jets, air ambulances are fully equipped with the all the latest supplies in medical transport equipment. Lear jets however, are the most common air ambulance aircraft’s used because of their flexibility, reliability, range and flight comfort. They are generally better equipped for long distances than most other air ambulances.

A medical briefing will occur and then coordination of the ground staff will be established. Medical staff will then review the patient’s history with the concerned physicians to ensure that the proper medical staff and equipment’s are onboard. The air ambulance comes complete with medically trained staff, nurses, physicians and paramedics.

Patients will be transported from ground ambulances to the air ambulance stretcher. The attending nurse will then check the patient’s vital signs prior to departing. After this, the patient will then be transported directly to the closest medical unit for further care.

Here are a couple of questions that you need to ask your prospective air ambulance service operator:

• Does the service provide a trained nurse?
• Is the stretcher FAA certified?
• Will medical oxygen be supplied to a patient in need of it?
• How are intravenous fluids hung?
• What kind of suction is provided?
• Is the medical director fully trained in all flight environment problems?
• What medical equipment’s are carried?
• What emergency supplies and drugs are on board?
• Who arranges for ground transportation?
• Are medical records kept?

Yes, air ambulances are indeed a very useful form of medical transport today. so, it is very important to know what questions to ask before you book a particular air ambulance service.

By Natasha Bantwal Published: 12/18/2007

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The Flight That Could Save Your Life

Air Ambulance – Medflight presents the following article that describes how Air Ambulance and MedFlight services can offer you the flight that could save your life, or the life of a loved one.

Taking the time to hire the right air ambulance company is very important and it isn’t a decision that should be rushed into. You need to take your time and research the company you are considering hiring as there are vast difference between air ambulance companies when it comes to service, cost, and the standards that they hold themselves to.

Getting a qualified air ambulance company is of extreme importance and you need to do your research before you choose which service provider will be taking care of your safety in emergencies. The difference in service and professionalism that you can receive between the different air ambulance companies is significant and in some cases can be the difference between life and death. The three most important things you need to consider when you are hiring an air ambulance company is quality of service, cost, and standards.

The quality of service that you receive from an air ambulance company should be one of the main factors that you consider when you are choosing the right company for you. The best way to get a feeling for the quality of the services provided by any air ambulance company is to ask for references from previous clients. By talking to past clients you can find out how quick, professional, and efficient the air ambulance company you are considering hiring is.

Cost is another factor that needs to be addressed when you are deciding to hire an air ambulance company. Depending on your insurance company it is possible that they will either cover a percentage or if you have a high quality insurance provider it is also possible that they may cover the entire cost of an air ambulance service. You should avoid hiring based solely on price because as with anything else you get what you pay for and this includes air ambulance services. When you are hiring an air ambulance company you should make sure that you are dealing directly with the air ambulance company and not a broker as they will usually hire the cheapest service so that they may make more off of their fee.

Standards of air ambulance companies are very varied and you need to ensure that the company that you hire has high standards in all areas of the business. You should ensure that the medical staff on board of the air ambulance is of the highest quality, that they have a qualified pilot, and that the aircraft they are using is suitable to your needs and that it is capable of traveling in any weather conditions. You should ask questions about their air craft, what types of medical professionals they have on staff and what their credentials are. These types of questions can help you prevent costly mistakes by hiring a air ambulance company that isn’t qualified.

How to Hire an Air Ambulance
Guide to Air Ambulances

By Mitchel Harad Published: 1/31/2007

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International Travel Health Insurance Should Not Be An Option

Air Ambulance – Medflight presents the following information regarding International Travel Health Insurance.   Inquire about Air Ambulance and MedFlight Services when you obtain travel insurance.

If you are about to fly off abroad then do not forget to purchase your international travel health insurance before you leave and give yourself considerable peace of mind.

If you are preparing to travel abroad, whether it is on business or for pleasure and for merely a few days or several weeks, you should not set off before you have arranged suitable international travel health insurance coverage.

Health care can be extremely costly overseas and in many countries you will find that you will be unable to get medical care, even in an emergency, unless you can pay up front. If you think this is strange then trust me – it is a fact.

On a recent vacation I went with a colleague to hospital in a well known Far Eastern holiday city following a fortunately minor road traffic accident in which he suffered a nasty gash to his foot requiring stitches and, as well as the doctors and nurses in the emergency room, we also ran into one of the hospital cashiers who requested details of my friend’s medical insurance or a credit card/cash payment before any treatment could be commenced.

International travel health insurance is designed to provide medical coverage for people traveling overseas and is an extremely flexible form of medical insurance cover. It frequently allows for daily rates (rates based on the number of days for which you will be traveling) and can generally be arranged without any requirement to answer health questions and regardless of your age. Cover is also usually available on a worldwide basis and can also be arranged to provide cover for travel to specific countries.

One particularly important thing to think about when buying international travel health insurance however is just where in the world you will be traveling to and what sort of medical care will be available at your destination. Against this background, you should ensure that any policy covers you for every possible situation including such things as hospitalization, ambulance fees (including the possible need for an air ambulance) and, critically, coverage for repatriation if this proves to be necessary.

Do not forget also that, if you are traveling as a family, any plan should cover all members of your family and provide for such things as expenditure should it be necessary for you to stay in the hospital with a sick child or to travel home with a child by air ambulance.

One of the last things that we ever imagine occurring when we travel overseas, especially on vacation, is being involved in an accident or being taken ill while we are away with anything more than a simple upset stomach. But, accidents do happen daily and serious illness can and does strike without any warning. Indeed, the chances of such events are considerably heightened when we find ourselves out of our usual environment, so why should we take the risk.

When it comes to buying international travel health insurance the principles are the same as those which apply to buying any other type of insurance. Do not rush and shop around examining plans from several different companies before selecting a plan. Consider only well know insurers, which have an international reputation, and read carefully through the small print of any plan document before signing on the dotted line.

Finally, keep in mind that sorting out medical problems when you are sick and thousands of miles away from home is something which needs to be quick and simple. So, do not be tempted to cut corners when arranging your coverage! You might pay a bit more than you might perhaps like to but, if you have to use your policy, you will be very glad that you spent those few extra dollars.

Visit MedicalHealthInsuranceToday.com for everything from international travel health insurance to the benefits of a California health insurance quote

By Donald Saunders Published: 8/23/2007

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Truly a Life or Death Decision

Air Ambulance – Medflight offers the following article about how Air Ambulances and MedFlight Services can make the difference between life or death.

It is a difficult decision for a person or a company to decide whether they need the services of an air ambulance company and it isn’t one that should be made lightly. There are several issues you will need to address before you decide if an air ambulance company is the right choice for you and your company. The major issues you will need to address include cost, location, and quality of service.

There are so many important factors to take into consideration when a company is evaluating their needs for an air ambulance. The air ambulance is a life saving measure that can mean the difference between life and death in many situations. Some of the things you need to take into consideration when you are evaluating your needs for an air ambulance include the cost of air ambulance, location, and the quality of service that you receive from your local emergency providers.

The costs of having air ambulance service are a major consideration when you are evaluating your needs for an air ambulance. While retaining the services of an air ambulance can be a significant cost to a company it also helps you save money in other ways. By having an air ambulance company at your service will drastically lower your insurance premiums because your workers will have a greater threshold of safety than they otherwise would. Having an air ambulance company at your service can also help prevent deaths in your workplace which will lower your insurance premiums and will also help you avoid lawsuits and insurance claims.

Location is another important factor to take into consideration when you are evaluating your needs for an air ambulance company. If you are in a location that is very remote or that regular emergency personal would have difficulty reaching you quickly it becomes very important that you have an air ambulance company at your disposal. When an injury has occurred speed is of the essence and if you live a great distance from the nearest regular emergency services having access to an air ambulance company and their swift service can often help prevent death and serious injury.

The quality of service that you receive from your regular emergency staff also plays a large role in whether or not you will require the services of an air ambulance company and you need to take this into consideration when you are evaluating your needs for an air ambulance company. If the local emergency providers are often slow in reaching your location or otherwise do not meet the standards you have for medical emergency service than you should consider an air ambulance service as a substitute. When you do choose an air ambulance company you should speak with some of their past clients to ensure that you are getting the best quality service for you.

Do You Need an Air Ambulance
Guide to Air Ambulances

By Mitchel Harad Published: 1/31/2007

Air Ambulance – MedFlight wants you to be informed and be prepared in the need that you have to arrange for Air Ambulance Services while you are traveling far from home. 

Medical Emergency In A Foreign Country? Air Ambulance To The Rescue!

We may equate medical evacuation with the military but med-evac services can save the life of ordinary citizens faced with extraordinary circumstances. Whether you are injured while rappelling down a mountain or experience chest pain while strolling through a museum, an air ambulance can save your life when traveling abroad.

Stan and Jenny were spending their two week vacation in Costa Rica. They were staying at a friend’s home and using his jeep while there. While navigating the twisting roads, Stan hit a rock and the jeep flipped over. Jenny escaped with minor cuts and bruises but Stan needed to be hospitalized. Both wanted to go home immediately but Stan could not travel on a commercial air flight. Not knowing what else to do they remained in Costa Rica for 4 weeks until Stan was well enough to fly home.

It’s hard enough to experience illness or injury at home but being in need of medical services while traveling in a foreign country can be disconcerting. You are away from the support of family and friends and the familiarity of your health system. A little advance planning can help you prepare if you need emergency medical care while traveling abroad.

We often see med-evac teams traveling by helicopter. However, the mode of transport may be ground, air escort, jet or even a Cessna. The staffing, medical equipment and mode are all dependent on your medical condition and needs. The air ambulance company can suggest several medically appropriate alternatives to meet your needs.

An air ambulance service can safely transport you from a hospital abroad to a hospital in your town. Your medical support team coordinates bedside to bedside service ensuring your safe transport back home. The medical team can also provide medical assistance while traveling.

If you are injured or hospitalized while you are traveling abroad, you or a family member can call the air ambulance service directly to arrange transport home. Having their number with you will facilitate this process. The air ambulance company can manage the communication between the hospital facilities, physicians, insurance company, airports and your family.

When planning your travel abroad, include the number of an air ambulance company in your emergency contacts. If you are injured or become ill while on vacation, air ambulance teams can safely and quickly arrange to transport you back home.

By: Clif Carothers

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Air Ambulance - MedFlight wants you to be informed and be prepared in the need that you have to arrange for Air Ambulance Services.  Here is information on the coordination of crucial, life-saving Air Ambulance Services:

Coordinating Air Ambulance Service:

There may come a time when you will need the services of an air ambulance. If the situation in which the need arises is an emergency situation, you probably won’t be the person responsible for coordinating the details. Members of an emergency response team will handle this. And that’s a good thing since most people cannot be expected to react rationally in an emergency situation. In non-emergency situations however, you should be able to handle coordinating an air ambulance.

No matter which air ambulance company you contact, the process will go more smoothly if you are prepared to provide the information that likely will be requested by the air ambulance company coordinator. Here’s an overview of the information you should have available before making contact.

Basic medical information:

Be prepared to provide a basic explanation of the patient’s current medical condition, including patient’s age. You should also provide the full name, address and contact information of the facility at which the patient is currently located and that of the medical facility to which the patient is to be transported. If you have an anticipated transport date, provide that as well.

This basic information will help the air ambulance coordinator determine whether or not the company can meet your needs including your timeframe. Some companies only operate within the United States and others are set up to operate internationally. This information is also going to help determine the best type of aircraft to use for the transport which in turn will help the coordinator put together a fairly accurate price quotation.

Ask questions:

Now is the time for you to ask any questions you have about the air ambulance company itself. You may want to inquire about the type of licensing the air ambulance company maintains and whether all licensing is current.

You can also inquire as to which, if any, additional services are included in the price you have been quoted. It’s probably also a good idea to thoroughly understand payment terms, even if the patient’s medical insurance covers air ambulance transportation. Most companies will coordinate medical insurance paperwork but while you’re talking with an air ambulance representative, it doesn’t hurt to find out whether this service is included in the price.

And if you need further convincing, ask the air ambulance company representative to provide you with a list of names and phone numbers of patients who have recently used their services. If you are able to get a list of references, be sure to contact some people. Ask if they were satisfied with the professionalism and training of the staff, if the flight departed and landed on time, and if they had any issues with excessive fees that were not quoted.

Repeat the steps:

It never hurts to call a couple of different air ambulance companies before making a final decision about who will transport your loved one. You should be able to get a good feel for the air ambulance company after talking with the flight coordinator. Good luck!

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Air Ambulance -  MedFlight wants you to be informed and be prepared in the need that you have to arrange for Air Ambulance Services when you are traveling.

Do Your Travel Plans Include Air Ambulance Service?

If you’re planning a trip to a foreign destination, you better add researching air ambulance service onto your list of things to do. This might seem like an odd task at first, but after reading this article, you’ll understand why advance planning for air ambulance service makes sense.

Few consider need for an air ambulance:

Preparing for the worst is by far the most important reason to research air ambulance or medevac service. People heading off for vacation don’t usually consider the possibilities of becoming injured or ill while on vacation. But in fact, this happens all the time and it happens in developed countries as well as those considered underdeveloped.

Suppose you’re having a wonderful time out on a Caribbean island, frolicking in the sunshine when something terrible happens. You’ve slipped and severely injured your head while photographing a pristine waterfall or your breathing apparatus malfunctions while you are scuba diving or some other terrible or life-threatening injury occurs.

Chances are good that you’re not going to want to receive your medical treatment at the local medical facility where the equipment, while functional, has not been updated since World War II and the staff at the facility cannot speak your language.

Incidents can happen at sea, too. You’ve likely heard stories of cruise ships having to cut their journeys short because there’s been an outbreak of gastrointestinal virus on board. Those with severe cases may not be able to wait until the cruise ship returns to port. They need to be transported via air ambulance to the nearest well-equipped medical facility as soon as such transportation can be arranged.

If you’re traveling abroad and you end up needing an air ambulance charter company, it’s quite possible that this type of service is going to cost tens of thousands of dollars. It’s true! If your condition is such that you cannot travel via commercial airplane, it’s likely you are going to need a fully-equipped air ambulance, complete with medical equipment and trained medical professionals, to get you to the nearest medical facility capable of dealing with your type of injuries or illness.

Travel insurance with air ambulance service:

If you’re not considering travel insurance because there’s no chance you are going to miss your trip, then you aren’t fully realizing all that travel insurance has to offer. It will protect you against a cancelled trip, whether you cause the cancellation or something or someone else does.

But travel health insurance is what’s going to protect you if you need medical attention while on your trip, or you need air ambulance service to transport you back home fast (or at least to the nearest ‘Western’ medical facility).

If you are older with pre-existing medical conditions, you definitely should consider advance planning for an air ambulance. Depending on your condition, it could take only moments for your health to take a turn for the worst. Planning for an air ambulance makes sense if for no other reason than to provide you with peace of mind.

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