What is an air ambulance and when should you use one?

Air ambulances are an essential medical service that enable the rapid and safe transport of a patient by air in a fully equipped medical environment. But what exactly is an air ambulance—and in what situations should you consider using one?
Airmedic on the front lines of Quebec wildfires: medical evacuation
Airmedic, an essential ally in medical evacuation during forest fires. Fast and secure transport by fixed-wing aircraft.
How Airmedic’s personalized approach redefines patient repatriation: A real-life case involving a premature newborn baby

When it comes to medical repatriation, every situation is unique. For Airmedic, this statement is more than just a slogan: it’s a guiding principle that shapes the solutions we offer every day. A recent case illustrates just how committed we are to meeting complex medical needs and finding the best solutions for every patient, whatever the difficulties.
Airmedic shines in ITIJ magazine: A closer look at our vision for air medical transport
Airmedic is proud to be featured in the International Travel & Health Insurance Journal (ITIJ), a leading publication in the field of air medical transport and travel insurance. In this exclusive interview, we explore Airmedic’s mission and the advancements we are making in air medical transport and patient repatriation. Our team works tirelessly to meet the evolving needs of patients, healthcare providers, and international assistance partners, ensuring safety, innovation, and efficiency in every mission. Discover how Airmedic is shaping the future of air ambulance services through cutting-edge protocols and a steadfast commitment to excellence.
Airmedic becomes the first Quebec company specializing in aeromedical care to use EZResus

Airmedic, renowned for its fast and efficient interventions, becomes the first Quebec-based aeromedical care provider to use the EZResus application. This Quebec-developed digital assistant is designed to optimize medication dosages, recommend the appropriate equipment based on patient weight, and guide care according to specific pathologies. Usable both on the ground and in the air, the application ensures optimal patient monitoring from initial care through to hospital arrival.
5 reasons that will make you want to work in northern Quebec
Practicing healthcare in northern Quebec brings much more on a personal level. It is a unique experience that allows you to take on challenges and push yourself further in your professional environment. Whether for a short stay or several weeks, it is an experience worth living. Discover the 5 reasons that will make you want to work in northern Quebec, according to Karl Lansloot, a full-time flight nurse since September 2022.
European flight simulator accredited by Transport Canada thanks to Airmedic
For the first time in Canada, thanks to the efforts of Airmedic in collaboration with Transport Canada and Fly 7 Training, a leader in the aviation training industry based in Switzerland, Canadian Pilatus PC-12 air operators can now have their pilots trained in Europe through a rigorous 2-month process leading to the accreditation of NG/NGX simulators by Transport Canada.
Jazz Aviation Pathways Program, the career path for pilots to commercial airlines
Jazz Aviation, a subsidiary of Chorus Aviation, welcomes Airmedic to its Jazz Aviation Pathways program, dedicated to the career development of pilots. This program enables Airmedic to commit to employee development and encourage pilots to move to a commercial airline at the right time in their career.
Airmedic and ambulance technicians: a teamwork that saves lives

Pre-hospital emergency care is a crucial step in the chain of survival for anyone requiring emergency medical assistance. Airmedic is proud to work alongside pre-hospital emergency care providers on a daily basis, whether it is to transfer a patient from the airport to the hospital in an emergency following air transport of a patient from a remote community to a specialized center, or, for example, to assess the fastest mode of evacuation between the ambulance and the aircraft in prehospital cases.
Discover the job of first officer
Working as a first officer at Airmedic allows you to do many different kinds of flying, as the company offers a wide range of services. Marilou Dutil has been a first officer at Airmedic for almost 1 year. Having flown over sixty missions to date, she says that Airmedic allows her to experience things that few pilots get to do in their careers. Find out more about Marilou Dutil and the job of first officer at Airmedic.