EagleMed critical care air medical service is flying an air medical helicopter outfitted in Wichita State University’s black and gold WuShock livery over the skies of south central Kansas. The special design celebrates successes of the WSU Shocker athletics program.<\/p>\n
Based at EagleMed headquarters in Wichita, the Textron Bell 407 is equipped with an air medical services interior, designed for critical care transport. It has complete medical systems including oxygen, suction, air, storage, electrical power, and approved provisions for securing medical support equipment during all aspects of flight.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a great opportunity for EagleMed to show our Shocker spirit and to give back to the community we call home,\u201d said EagleMed President Larry Bugg. \u201cWe appreciate Wichita State University permitting EagleMed to proudly display the WuShock symbol as we conduct lifesaving helicopter transports for our friends and neighbors in need.\u201d
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\nThe Shocker Copter was officially dedicated in ceremonies today at EagleMed’s main headquarters and hangar at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport. WuShock represented Wichita State University’s involvement in the program.<\/p>\n
The Bell 407\u2019s all-composite, four-bladed rotor system provides excellent hover performance and speed for a smooth ride. Features include quick and easy patient loading and unloading provided by a standard bi-fold door with a 61-inch opening and a spacious cabin.<\/p>\n
EagleMed highly-trained pilots undergo extensive aviation and rigorous safety training to include simulation. EagleMed\u2019s expert medical crews consist of a registered nurse and a paramedic with advanced clinical certifications.<\/p>\n
Safety Focus<\/p>\n
FAA SMS \u2013 The Federal Aviation Administration Safety Management System (SMS) Program Office (SMSPO) recently acknowledged the full implementation of the EagleMed SMS and validated the Company as \u201cSMS Voluntary Program (SMSVP) Active Conformance.\u201d This designation is the highest level attainable in the SMSVP and EagleMed is the only Part 135 charter certificate holder in the FAA Central Region to achieve this significant distinction.<\/p>\n
ARGUS Platinum \u2013 EagleMed recently achieved the ARGUS International Platinum Rating. ARGUS International is the most comprehensive, accurate, and detailed third-party safety analysis and due diligence system for charter operators in the world. ARGUS utilizes an independent, unbiased, and proprietary rating algorithm \u201cCHEQ System\u201d to evaluate the charter operator\u2019s legitimacy as a charter operator; factual safety history; liability insurance confirmation; current aircraft and pilot background checks; pilot training, experience, certifications, and type ratings. EagleMed is one of only two air medical operators in the nation to achieve the coveted Platinum Rating.<\/p>\n
CAMTS \u2013 EagleMed is a Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Services (CAMTS) critical care air medical transport service. CAMTS accreditation represents the \u201cGold Standard\u201d for air medical operators and validates the organization\u2019s focus on patient care and safety across the entire spectrum of air medical transport services.<\/p>\n
EagleMed\u2019s senior aviation, maintenance, and safety leadership has a combined total of more than 150 years of aviation operational experience. Recognized as a leader in the industry, the organization and its employees received the 2013 Chairman\u2019s Award and the 2010 President\u2019s Award for Leadership and Safety from the Association of Air Medical Services. EagleMed also received the 2011 Safety Award from the Helicopter Association International, Best Practice in Just Culture from CAMTS, and the 2012 Pilot of the Year Award from the National EMS Pilots Association.<\/p>\n
EagleMed leverages technology through its web-based Learning Management System and IS-BAO registered Baldwin SMSlite\u2122 system to deliver regulatory, aircraft-specific, air medical resource management, SMS, risk management, just culture, threat and error management, OSHA safety compliance training and safety report data tracking and analysis. EagleMed maintains a technologically advanced Communications Center with satellite tracking and communications for 24\/7 oversight and medical direction and dispatch provided by a cadre of emergency physicians and highly trained communication staff that are certified emergency medical technicians.<\/p>\n
EagleMed\u2019s experienced and proficient team of commercial instrument rated rotor and Airline Transport Pilot rated fixed wing pilots undergo extensive hands-on training every six months including FlightSafety International simulation training.<\/p>\n