AIR AMBULANCE

Reliability, when lives are in the balance

Mission Overview

When you need versatile and comfortable cabins allowing for multiple configurations from major medical equipment supplies, Cessna® and Beechcraft® will deliver. Your dedication to saving lives all over the world matches our leadership in the air ambulance aircraft space. Whether operating as a dedicated air ambulance, or quickly converting from VIP to medical transport, we have a proven reliable aircraft for the mission. Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft can respond to remote areas and provide the speed that is necessary for critical care patients.

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Air Ambulance Ready Aircraft

 

  • Caravan
  • Grand Caravan EX
  • SkyCourier
  • King Air 260
  • King Air 360/360ER
  • Citation M2 Gen2
  • Citation CJ3+
  • Citation CJ4 Gen2
  • Citation Latitude

    Caravan

    The Cessna® Caravan® turboprop is capable of performing life-critical missions in remote locations, flying in adverse environments and operating on unimproved airstrips. Its high-wing design allows for a stable platform to provide in-flight critical care. From basic non-critical transport to neonatal care, the Caravan® turboprop can provide the right response.

    • Multiple medical system options available
    • Medical systems mount directly to existing seat tracks
    • Wide doors for easy patient loading
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 186 ktas (344 km/h)
    Maximum Range 1,070 nm (1,982 km)
    Takeoff Distance 2,055 ft (626 m)
    Landing Distance 1,625 ft (495 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 25,000 ft (7,620 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 1,234 fpm (376 mpm)

    Grand Caravan EX

    The Cessna® Grand Caravan® EX turboprop is capable of performing life-critical missions in remote locations, flying in adverse environments and operating on unimproved airstrips. Its high-wing design allows for a stable platform to provide in-flight critical care. From basic non-critical transport to neonatal care, the  Grand Caravan® EX turboprop can provide the right response.

    • Multiple medical system options available
    • Medical systems mount directly to existing seat tracks
    • Wide doors for easy patient loading
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 185 ktas (343 km/h)
    Maximum Range 912 nm (1,689 km)
    Takeoff Distance 2,160 ft (658 m)
    Landing Distance 1,836 ft (560 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 25,000 ft (7,620 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 1,275 fpm (389 mpm)

    SkyCourier

    The Cessna® SkyCourier® aircraft can support whatever your mission may be. Optional ice protection allows for runways in remote locations even in winter months. Designed for high reliability, durability and low operating costs, the SkyCourier® aircraft is fully equipped to respond to the mission as requested, when requested, and offers plentiful space for air ambulance, medevac and casevac missions.

    • Multiple stretcher and cabin configurations
    • Generous cabin width of 6 ft 2 in (1.88m)
    • Easy loading with 7 ft 3 in (2.21m) wide by 5 ft 9 in (1.75m) door
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 210 ktas (389 km/h)
    Maximum Range 920 nm (1,704 km)
    Takeoff Field Length 3,660 ft (1,116 m)
    Landing Distance 3,010 ft (917 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 25,000 ft (7,620 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate N/A

    King Air 260

    In an Air Ambulance role the Beechcraft® King Air® 260 turboprop lives up to its reputation as a rugged and dependable performer. The spacious, climate controlled cabin allows for critical care of two patients utilizing modern medical devices available from all major aeromedical suppliers. With unimproved runway capability you’ll never let remote locations stand in the way of completing your mission, saving lives.

    • Optional cargo door for easy patient loading
    • Available enhanced payload for hauling more equipment
    • Multiple life support systems available
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 310 ktas (574 km/h)
    Maximum Range 1,720 nm (3,185 km)
    Takeoff Distance 2,111 ft (643 m)
    Landing Distance 2,845 ft (867 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 2,437 fpm (743 mpm)

    King Air 360/360ER

    When lives are at stake, the Beechcraft® King Air® 360 turboprop delivers. Longer range and high dash speeds allow you to transport critical care patients with a sense of urgency even out of remote areas. The large versatile cabin can accommodate a range of customized configurations that best suit your ambulatory needs. The specs shown on this page reflect the King Air® 360ER, which features extended range fuel tanks.

    • Custom medical cabinets
    • Multiple crew seating options
    • Optional powered loader for easy patient boarding.
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 303 ktas (561 km/h)
    Maximum Range 2,539 nm (4,702 km)
    Takeoff Field Length 4,057 ft (1,237 m)
    Landing Distance 2,981 ft (909 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 35,000 ft (10,668 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 2,400 fpm (732 mpm)

    Citation M2 Gen2

    When transporting patients over long distances, time is critical. The Cessna® Citation M2® Gen2 jet provides the speed needed for air ambulance missions with outstanding range/payload and the capability to fly over rough weather. Loading patients manually is easy with cabin doors that swing out of the way and a cabin floor height that minimizes lifting requirements.

    • Comfortable, quiet cabin
    • Short runway capable
    • Low direct operating costs
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 404 ktas (748 km/h)
    Maximum Range 1,550 nm (2,871 km)
    Takeoff Field Length 3,210 ft (978 m)
    Landing Distance 2,590 ft (789 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 3,698 fpm (1,127 mpm)

    Citation CJ3+

    Medical emergencies rarely come with a warning. With a long range and high cruise speeds, you'll be prepared in the Cessna® Citation® CJ3®+ jet. Carry patients in the cabin known for passenger comfort, with room left over for three medical crew members. Available medical systems cover everything from triage to critical life support.

    • Best in class acquisition and operating costs
    • Accessible cabin floor height for easy loading
    • Supported by the world's most capable service network
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    Citation CJ4 Gen2

    Extend your healing touch to even greater distances in the Cessna® Citation® CJ4® Gen2 jet. Enhanced range and speed mean you can respond to more patients and save more lives. Flight nurses have the room they need to work in the large cabin with room for all of the medical devices they need. For non-emergency flights, easily convert back to the executive transport configuration and ride in the renowned style of the CJ4® Gen2 jet.

    • Light jet operating costs with a comfortable cabin
    • Cabin iridium phone for constant communication with ground crews
    • Accessible cabin floor height for easy loading
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 451 ktas (835 km/h)
    Maximum Range 2,165 nm (4,010 km)
    Takeoff Field Length 3,410 ft (1,039 m)
    Landing Distance 2,940 ft (896 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 45,000 ft (13,716 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 3,854 fpm (1,175 mpm)

    Citation Latitude

    With a factory-certified medevac interior and wide, stand-up cabin for additional crew space, the Cessna® Citation Latitude® jet is the air ambulance platform of choice for those who are on-call to support any medical emergency. Reach patients faster, over a greater distance and in every environment as a medical service provider, utilizing the full performance capabilities of a midsize jet.

    • Single or dual stretcher capacity for mission flexibility
    • Fully integrated medical interior with air and power distributed throughout the cabin
    • Wide door and cabin provide ample room for patients and medical personnel
    • Low cabin altitude provides comfort for patients
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    Maximum Cruise Speed 446 ktas (826 km/h)
    Maximum Range 2,700 nm (5,000 km)
    Takeoff Field Length 3,580 ft (1,091 m)
    Landing Distance 2,480 ft (756 m)
    Maximum Operating Altitude 45,000 ft (13,716 m)
    Maximum Climb Rate 4,050 fpm (1,234 mpm)
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