AirLIFE TEXAS emergency air medical base in Williamson County began operations in Taylor on October 15, 2025, providing the county’s only dedicated air medical helicopter resource and expanding rapid access to advanced critical care for surrounding communities. Closing the Distance to Lifesaving Care Population growth in Central Texas has intensified demand for time sensitive emergency care. Williamson County’s expanding road …
Wildfire helicopter crew avoids critical injuries during a forced landing near Pemberton, B.C., a successful outcome that highlights the critical importance of training and preparation. The incident occurred on the morning of September 3, 2025, when a BC Wildfire Service helicopter carrying an initial attack crew was compelled to land in a forested area south of the community. Immediately after …
Helicopter cargo services play a crucial role in disaster relief and emergency response efforts, providing rapid transportation of essential supplies, personnel, and equipment to affected areas. The versatility and agility of helicopters make them indispensable assets in challenging situations where time is of the essence and conventional transportation methods may be impractical or impossible. This article will explore the unique …
We at Fair Lifts are proud to have played a vital role in coordinating and managing helicopter response and relief efforts during Hurricane Ian, which struck Florida on September 28, 2022. In the aftermath of the disaster, our team was able to swiftly organize aerial support missions, ranging from search and rescue operations to aerial surveys, medical evacuations, and supply …
A Coast Guard helicopter rescue in Alaska successfully saved seven stranded campers after they became trapped by icy conditions near Emmonak. The remote wilderness and harsh climate of Alaska can quickly turn dangerous, as this group of hunters discovered when shifting ice made it impossible for them to continue their journey. Fortunately, the U.S. Coast Guard responded swiftly, dispatching a …
The COVID-19 pandemic may be losing some of its deadliness due to widespread free vaccination campaigns throughout the United States. However, that doesn’t stop the staff at LifeFlight of Maine emergency helicopter services from worrying about the near future. The nonprofit emergency helicopter services provider operates throughout the state of Maine with numerous private and public partners. With its experience, …
Leonardo is a global high-tech company of Italian origin and has a strong market presence throughout Europe and even in the United States. Organized into five different divisions, one of Leonardo’s main areas of focus is the aerospace and defense industries. Here is where some of Leonardo’s creations shine in their qualities. Among their aerospace creations, are the brand’s EMS …
After the Llano River broke its banks in October 2018, water levels quickly rose, with the junction receiving more than 18 inches of rain. The water soon swept through a nearby recreational vehicle campground. The aircrew of the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) acted fast to perform a heroic rescue of four campground residents. Sadly, four residents lost their …
FairLifts, in conjunction with a global network of helicopter operators, provides urgent helicopter support for hurricanes in Key West, Florida, including search and rescue, charters, surveys, emergency lifts, personnel transport, and much more. The 2018 hurricane season in Key West, Florida, began on June 1 and extends through November 30. Florida is hit by more tropical storms than any other …
Sustained helicopter-facilitated hurricane relief and support in the Hawaiian Islands. Hurricane-scale devastation can wreak havoc on natural landscapes and manmade architecture alike. When inclement conditions threaten to reduce housing and topography alike to square one, helicopters are the solution you’re looking for. Proven helicopter solutions in the Hawaiian Islands can expedite the complete extent of your hurricane relief efforts, from …