Studies have shown that "when helicopters are used to transport seriously injured trauma patients in rural areas, the expected mortality rates drop as much as 24-52%." (BTLS Advanced Life Support, Second Edition, p. 372).

Why EMS Should Use
Rescue Air 1

• Rescue Air 1 decreases the time to definitive care, signifcantly increasing the patient's chance of survival.

• Rescue Air 1 decreases the time to critical intervention.

• Rescue Air 1 delivers your patient to the most appropriate destination.

• Rescue Air 1 can help you find a receiving facility for your patient.

• We can get your vehicle back in service.

• Rescue Air 1's promise to you: expeditious and courteous service.

For a more in-depth look at how Rescue Air 1 assists EMS personnel, click here.

For an explanation of Rescue Air 1's Alert Status System, click here.