AirEvac International, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, has been awarded renewed NAAMTA Global medical transport accreditation. AirEvac International provides safe and reliable aeromedical transport using a fleet of Learjets operated under Dorato Jets' Part 135 certificate.

NAAMTA auditors completed a systematic audit of company policies and procedures, safety and quality management processes, medical personnel and policies, aviation and maintenance personnel and policies, associated equipment, training and facilities. The audit verified compliance through employee interviews, process reviews and on-site evaluations, all of which were conducted using ISO 9001:2015 auditing guidelines.

NAAMTA Global accreditation is based on standards of excellence that focus on the fundamental elements of medical transport and incorporate the principles of transport safety and quality management.

Nancy Purcell, NAAMTA Global director of clinical operations says: “AirEvac International exemplifies the goals accreditation brings to the medical transport industry; high operational safety and an increase to the quality of patient care. The strong relationship between NAAMTA and AirEvac reflects the core goals and values of NAAMTA Global in providing lifesaving excellence.”

Company owner Ruben Mendoza is extremely proud of AirEvac International and all those who work there. “NAAMTA accreditation means we have cutting edge policies, a safety programme that exceeds industry standards and we demonstrate that we follow them,” he says. “The AirEvac International transport team is absolutely committed to providing the best air ambulance service possible to its patients and clients. Maintaining our accreditation and the diligence required to accomplish that is just one example of our commitment.”

AirEvac International renews its position as a valued NAAMTA Global Alliance member. NAAMTA Alliance members are held in high esteem for meeting stringent requirements that define and influence transport operational excellence. The NAAMTA Alliance unifies accredited organisations in the vanguard of continuous improvement in the medical transport industry.