The October 2024 edition of AirMed&Rescue is out now! 🚁 This issue delves into the training required for special missions #aviation, advancements in #HEMS critical care, and the complexities of #neonatal and #pediatric air transfers. We also cover evolving strategies in #wildfire response and aviation survival training for water ditching scenarios. Industry voices include Faki Saadi on search and rescue device challenges, with interviews featuring Jill Pritchard from FLIGHT MEDIC UK LIMITED and Amit Dutta of Hunch Mobility. A special provider profile highlights Airlift Northwest, and the gallery showcases US Marines in multiagency wildfire training. Plus, an advertorial from Flightcell features the DZMx, a system enabling real-time data sharing between #airambulances and emergency departments, ensuring vital #patient care in remote areas. Read the issue here: https://lnkd.in/epwZsF7F
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Amit Dutta, Managing Director of Hunch Mobility, discusses the potential of electric vertical #aircraft (EVA) to transform urban air mobility (UAM) in #India, emphasizing plans for rapid expansion over the next three years to address severe urban congestion, which costs the country about $22 billion annually. With partnerships established with leading EVA manufacturers and vertiport developers, Hunch Mobility aims to launch operations once necessary certifications are obtained. Read the interview: https://lnkd.in/euSkg-Yq
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Air medical transport for neonates and #children requires specialized training and equipment. Experts emphasize the need for advanced qualifications and #technology to care for a diverse range of conditions and patient sizes. While such transports are infrequent—often opting for safer road options—services must maintain readiness with appropriate equipment, from simple child restraints to sophisticated incubators. Dr. Lee Collier, a Neonatal Transport Specialist in the UK, notes that #neonatal flights comprise a small portion of air medical operations, often using systems like the BabyPod—a lightweight #carbon fiber mini-incubator. Medway Air Ambulance in Georgia highlights the importance of entertainment, such as iPads, to keep young patients engaged during long transfers. Read the article to find out more: https://lnkd.in/eVPsNNPj
Transporting the most fragile and vulnerable: neonatal and pediatric air transfers
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Oliver Cuenca speaks with the Airlift Northwest team about their medical program serving the US Pacific Northwest. Established in 1982, Airlift Northwest, operated by UW Medicine in Seattle, provides #airmedical coverage across southeast Alaska, Washington, Idaho, and Montana, transporting about 4,000 #patients annually. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZUUfQE8
Provider profile: Airlift Northwest
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🚨 New Episode of Waypoint: The AirMed&Rescue Podcast is here! In Episode 4: VR Simulators in Emergency Rescue – Part 1: Flight Training – we’re joined by Fabi Riesen from Loft Dynamics 🛩️ Hosted by Oliver Cuenca, Fabi dives into the world of VR simulators, discussing how they can be tailored to meet the unique needs of clients, especially those involved in emergency flight training. How customizable are VR simulators for #emergencyrescue? What role do they play in improving pilot training and safety? Catch the latest episode on your favorite streaming platforms or watch the video https://lnkd.in/ed5NdBK6
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Jill Pritchard, Chief Flight #Nurse at FLIGHT MEDIC UK LIMITED, transitioned from a 20-year Royal Air Force career to the civilian #airmedical sector, where she quickly rose to her current role. Recently awarded the King’s Volunteer Reserves Medal, she credits her extensive #military training and experience in air medical #repatriation for her success. Pritchard emphasizes the importance of calmness and #communication in her job, enjoying personal connections with patients while managing the logistical challenges of #patienttransport. Read the interview here: https://lnkd.in/e488NgRh
Interview: Military to civilian: a life in air medical repatriation
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🚁 Missed Episode 3 of Waypoint? Join Kai Peter from SPAES as we dive into configuring aircraft for emergency medical services. Learn how air medical operators can optimize their aircraft to provide the highest level of care for their patients. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eRByEijq
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As the 2024 #fire season concludes, Robin Gauldie examines escalating #wildfire challenges. By mid-March, the EU recorded 1,227 wildfires - double the average - despite limited burned areas. #Droughts in Mediterranean regions and North Africa heightened risks, while Texas battled significant fires. Read here: https://lnkd.in/eUcXUWYJ
No smoke without fire: firefighting in the northern hemisphere
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