The capability allows the Albuquerque-headquartered air medical transport provider to continue specialised respiratory therapy during flight when clinically appropriate, including for medically fragile patients.
The Learjet 60 boasts cruise performance at elevation up to 43,000 ft. Its speed facilitates rapid medical transport in critical situations. With a range of 2,350 nm, the aircraft provides nonstop coast-to-coast service.
AirCARE1 is among roughly five per cent of Part 135 operators who currently have an FAA-accepted SMS programme. Its existence originated from the need for higher safety standards in the air ambulance industry.
