1. What is an air ambulance?
An air ambulance is a specially equipped aircraft, or fixed-wing plane, used to transport patients who require urgent or specialized medical care.
2. Who can use an air ambulance service?
Air ambulances are used by critically ill or injured patients, people needing long distance transport, or those who require specialized care unavailable at their current location.
3. What types of medical equipment are onboard an air ambulance flight?
Air ambulances are equipped with medical critical care equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, defibrillators, IV pumps, oxygen supplies, and medications.
4. Is medical staff onboard during air ambulance transport?
Yes. Air ambulances typically have a team of highly trained medical professionals, such as paramedics, nurses, and doctors, depending on the patient’s condition.
5. How much does air ambulance transport cost?
Air ambulance costs depend on many factors such as the flight distance, type of aircraft, and resources required such as types of medical equipment. It is our responsibility to provide cost effective air ambulance services, offering enhanced monitoring and support for all, including neonatal and paediatrics emergency care.
6. How do I book an air ambulance?
Air Medical 24×7 air ambulance services, kindly go through our contact number for WhatsApp / Call +971 56 554 2001, email info@airmedical24x7.com or submit the inquiry form. Our medical team will get to know your emergency needs, medical conditions and provide a complete solution with package that suits you the best. We are happy to help, be it a mild or very critical medical emergency.
7. Are air ambulances only used for emergencies?
No. Air ambulances are also used for non-emergency transport, such as transferring patients between hospitals for specialized care.
8. Can air ambulances fly internationally?
Yes. Many air ambulance providers offer international medical transport services, complete with customs assistance and in-flight medical care.
9. What happens during an air ambulance flight?
The medical team monitors and stabilizes the patient during transport, providing care as needed until the destination is reached.
10. How do I know if I need an air ambulance?
Doctors or emergency services typically recommend air ambulances when fast or specialized medical transport is essential.
11. What types of aircraft are used as air ambulances?
For long distances use commercial flights, while fixed-wing aircraft, like jets or turboprops.
12. Can family members accompany the patient on an air ambulance?
Yes, depending on the aircraft capacity and patient condition, one or more family members can often accompany the patient.
13. What qualifications do air ambulance medical teams have?
Medical teams typically include paramedics, critical care nurses, and sometimes doctors with specialized flight medical training.
14. How quickly can an air ambulance respond?
Response time depends on the location, availability of aircraft, and weather. fixed-wing services may take hours.
15. What factors determine the cost of air ambulance transport?
Costs depend on the distance travelled, aircraft type, medical crew, fuel costs, and additional logistics like landing fees or international arrangements.
16. How can I prepare for air ambulance transport?
Ensure medical records are available, arrange payment/pack essential items like identification, medications, and personal belongings.