Landing on Interstate 81 - Scene Call - Medevac EC135

Landing on Interstate 81 - Scene Call - Medevac EC135 - Never gets old

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Күн бұрын

I make these videos for the love of sharing and teaching others. Like, share, comments so that KZfaq will make it more visible to others. The aviation industry is very guarded and hope to inspire people to join the aviation community. Thanks.
Flying medevac has its pros and cons but one thing that will never get old, at least for me, are scene calls where we land in something other than a pre-designated landing zone. One thing that doesn't happen ofter is when we have the opportunity to land on the Interstate. Today we had the opportunity!
Whenever we land away from an airport or familiar landing zone it keeps everyone on their toes looking for the associated hazards that can present safety concerns. Biggest thing is to take things slow and never be rushed.
As always, it is a privilege to fly. Thank you PHI for the opportunity!
Chapters
0:00 Pre-startup Checks
0:26 Startup w/Fire Guard
1:30 Initial contact with landing zone command
3:03 Landing zone reconnaissance and LZ requirements
4:11 Turning Final for landing zone (LZ)
6:12 Birds is on the ground / touchdown on I-81
Equipment Used:
- GoPro NVG mount: www.aviationtactical.com/
- GoPro Max / GoPro Hero 9 / GoPro Hero 3
- Homemade audio adapter cable

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@juju1896 Жыл бұрын

Love seeing this! Excellent videography and LZ graphics! My niece is a CFRN with ExpressCare 1 and I'm her #1 fan girl! I'm so happy she’s with PHI. Thank you for all you do! 🙏💛🖤😍

@suzannerickles6169 Жыл бұрын

Maybe someone can add to this

@jimrossi7708 Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome 👏🏽 and without these heroes how many people would be pushing up daisies, my neice is a RN and the amount of training is mind plowing, many thanks to all of those doing this !

@jaysantos536 Жыл бұрын

What happened to the dead guy?

@timcarroll6795 Жыл бұрын

I've flown with PHI on a number of occasions as a photojournalist (EMT licensed as well), in the North Texas area, absolutely awesome company.

@sharipuckett6923 11 ай бұрын

@@timcarroll6795Did you ever fly with Memorial Hermann Life Flight helicopter from Houston Texas?

@johnwyoder Жыл бұрын

As the father of a daughter that was airlifted by a chopper from a horrific crash scene and flown to a trauma center, thank you for what you and so many others do! Because of the quick response of our local airmedic team, our daughter has fully recovered.

@williamjones6053 Жыл бұрын

Good to hear your daughter recovered and grateful we have such compassionate people like paramedics firemen and flight nurses who bust their ass to save others ..

@thomaslomeo2736 Жыл бұрын

John just came across this channel and was looking through the comments… I know exactly how you feel my daughter was in a terrible terrible accident and she was life flighted from the scene all the way to Philadelphia which was a three hour ride by car for me… absolutely absolutely saved her life cannot give these people enough thanks for the work they do…

@gmar7836 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad your daughter is doing better! ❤

@Edub428 Жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thank you for sharing your story! May she live happily and safe :)

@BRExteriorPro Жыл бұрын

Good to hear

@doak4886 Жыл бұрын

Had a buddy that flew choppers in Viet Nam and then did this when he got home. God bless the folks that do things like this to help others.

@K1OIK Жыл бұрын

they don't get paid?

@doak4886 Жыл бұрын

@@K1OIK Lots of people that help others deserve to make a living and be blessed by God. You’re probably one of them.

@K1OIK Жыл бұрын

@@doak4886 I am a teacher of children.

@doak4886 Жыл бұрын

@@K1OIK As I said.

@joeh4295 Жыл бұрын

@@K1OIK no, Life Flight is fully paid.

@KevinAClassA Жыл бұрын

24 years as Law enforcement, 33 years of Volunteer Fire fighter, 13 of those as Chief. I cannot express my sincere appreciation enough for the ladies and gentlemen past and present for their hard work and dedication. Angels of the sky, had to call on them several times. You folks don't get recognized like you should. You made my job much easier. Thank you Stay safe and God Bless you all

@deanbyler5977 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for all you've done, sir.

@domingofung Жыл бұрын

Want a cookie?

@elrodjenkins Жыл бұрын

@@domingofung I’ll take one. I prefer m&m cookies. Thank you!

@jtrx753 Жыл бұрын

@@domingofung can I have peanut butter, no peanut butter and CHOCOLATE CHIPS

@TheMapleKitKat Жыл бұрын

Thankyou for your service :D

@margotrosendorn6371 Жыл бұрын

A medevac chopper once landed in my school's athletics field in response to a horrible car crash. A lot of kids were hit, but nobody died that day thanks to EMS like you. Thank you for service!

@chadvalliere8697 Жыл бұрын

As a patient who was flown by a medical helicopter crew, I thank you all

@NovemberFoxtrotRC Жыл бұрын

I was told i was flow in one too. Also thanks to them!

@V1AbortV2 Жыл бұрын

No one cares.

@allen480 Жыл бұрын

@@V1AbortV2 GFY

@hhaste Жыл бұрын

@@V1AbortV2 Just because your life is shitty, doesn't mean you have to project it on to other people 👍

@Praise___YaH Жыл бұрын

Guys, Here is the Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

@CapMarkMcLeod1 Жыл бұрын

She came and taught our paramedic class the other day! What an absolutely incredible clinician. Also, very good flying, sir. Nothing like watching a well edited video of two of my passions! Aviation and EMS.

@critterwatcher8009 Жыл бұрын

I was impressed by the situational awareness /communication by both of them. Pilot was discussing landing plan. Medical Provider mentioning hazards. Neither sounded irritated - just cooperative to get to the end goal safely.

@bill2066 Жыл бұрын

Down Boy, Down.

@AmericaVoice Жыл бұрын

As a Former Fire Chief and still a Paramedic, the sound of the helicopter sure relaxes the mindset when I had a critical care patient that is so fragile close to dieing! It gives me goosebumps once in a while. The pilots and medical crew are very excellent around 90% who there stuff! 😊😊😊❤🇺🇲

@LoveDeluxe89 11 ай бұрын

I'm not trying to be rude...but you're a Paramedic and you don't know how to spell "dying" and use the word "their" in the right context?

@snomanfpv306 Жыл бұрын

I was airlifted to a major hospital after a brain aneurysm exploded, literally, inside my head. I still think I would not be here today had it not been for the crew and copter that picked me up. They do amazing work. Forever grateful!!

@mvubu6823 Жыл бұрын

Glad the brain aneurysm didn't explode in your ass. 😜 Glad you're doing well.

@snomanfpv306 Жыл бұрын

@@mvubu6823 😜😜😜. Thanks!😎

@suehurt433 7 ай бұрын

My sister had a hemorrhagic brain bleed and I know without a doubt she wouldn't be with us if not for medivac flight. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for all that you do.

@bollewillem1 Жыл бұрын

It must be great to have such a relaxed person sitting next to you during a flight.

@Artigence1976 Жыл бұрын

true,....but am I the only one finding it strange to sit in the co-pilot seat cross legged? Little too relaxed imo....

@AR-wg1di Жыл бұрын

@@Artigence1976 What does it matter what her legs are doing?

@bollewillem1 Жыл бұрын

@@Artigence1976 She is not a pilot, so she does not have to be ready to take over when needed.

@ag4103 Жыл бұрын

@@bollewillem1 She should, as a medic, be preparing to arrive on scene which was not the case

@xrainymondayx Жыл бұрын

@@ag4103 The saddest part is that you're not joking and you really think like this. You genuinely believe this delusional take. What do you want them to do, jump out while the helicopter is still airborne and skydive into medical action? Get a grip on reality. There are protocols and workflows when getting out of a live vehicle. Just say you don't know protocol because you didn't learn them on your favorite streamer's channel and keep scrolling.

@indyjons321 Жыл бұрын

I love left seats posture while making radio calls. Definitely not her first rodeo. Haha!

@trex2092 Жыл бұрын

This little bird looks tiny compared to my previous "office" ( H-60 Jayhawk, USCG 21 years) it can get into tight places and leave a nickel change on the spot. Great flying, thanks for the insight to your day.

@billmadison2032 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service. Have a great life

@trevorsimpkins3142 Жыл бұрын

H60 rotor wash is no joke though. Respect and thanks for your service.

@geraldf1463 Жыл бұрын

Yes, it does, coming from a Chinook guy. 242nd ASH Muleskinners-

@GoldPicard Жыл бұрын

Well also one thing that is a plus with the Navy& CG hawks is that compared to the Army's Black hawks they have a smaller landing circle with the landing gear since they're just a reverse tricycle compared to a tail dragger.

@flashbazbo3932 Жыл бұрын

@@GoldPicard Are they reversed? Both have gear in back. The NY and CG choppers fold so they moved the rear gear forward to support the tail when folded. The ARMY gear in the very back helps protect the tail rotor during landings. The front (main) gear never moved.

@Keksstar Жыл бұрын

Love it how chilled the girl is inflight... A lot of communication goin on there - really nice to hear everyone! Thanks for uploading.

@briandfallon74 Жыл бұрын

Both are pretty chill…

@mlo527 Жыл бұрын

You are impressed with the female passenger (spotter or nurse or co pilot) for being chill? I mean that’s a pretty sexist comment. They do this all the time - of course they are both chill lol

@Keksstar Жыл бұрын

@@mlo527 Sure they are... but the pilot isn´t sitting there with crossed legs... :D

@grahamstuart9432 Жыл бұрын

If only all women could be that chill

@MRBLACK947 Жыл бұрын

The mood changes at 2 am in the morning in a driving Rain/Thunder storm conditions.

@egomaniac247 Жыл бұрын

Flying in a chopper to an emergency situation and she's just chillin in the cockpit with her legs crossed as they approach haha. Cold blooded pro!

@paulcantrell01451 Жыл бұрын

Keep in mind that it's a beautiful day, no weather. Landing on the highway is about as easy as it gets. Professional crew not being complacent about wires, etc. But do this at night, or on a crappy weather day and the crew wouldn't be quite as relaxed!

@TNels Жыл бұрын

@@KainsAddiction this guy gets it. Just another day at the office.

@Forestryman707 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I used to be a volunteer firefighter and always wondered how the planning went in for the helicopter coming into the LZ. Cool perspective seeing it from your eyes. Definitely want to see more like it

@amwelch0424 Жыл бұрын

When I was a volunteer FF/EMT in a small town (1993-ish) we were taught the basics of establishing a LZ that would work for most any helicopter & later learned the specifics of what the only air service that covered our area wanted. It was a small farming community with 2 lane highways & lines running near each; often on both sides. I'm guessing that well over 90% the landings out there were in the closest, clear fields. That area was almost 2 hours from a level one trauma center... left us all very thankful, many times, that we had them available! Once I moved to a "city" I actually dispatched for one of air services that had rotor & fixed wing aircraft in 3 areas throughout the state. They also had a dedicated NICU team that usually flew out & back, but in case of bad weather or even just from fixed wing to the hospital they even had their own NICU/mom ambulance set up.

@tmac4usmc1 Жыл бұрын

Former VSP Trooper from the Hampton Roads area. Worked many series crashes during my time on the road and I continue to be super impressed by the by these crews and their skills.

@JP-vs1ys Жыл бұрын

I would think those crashes would be the hardest thing about being a trooper.

@tjnaples Жыл бұрын

Meow!

@coachwendy5618 Жыл бұрын

Live in the vicinity and work in HR for Navy contractor. Thanks for serving the community. I have much respect for those who serve in blue.

@helpmeknotts Жыл бұрын

Lier

@K1OIK Жыл бұрын

VSP?

@JT-py9lv Жыл бұрын

My daughter is on a helicopter medical crew. They fly the AgustaWestland AW139. She loves her job.

@robertburns3014 Жыл бұрын

Brings back some wonderful memories. I had the privilege of occasionally flying as the chaplain/observer with the HEMS program at the hospital I was employed at in the Orlando, Florida area. We didn't do scene work but flew from hospital to hospital transferring critically ill patients. I'll never forget those exciting days! I pray God's protective care over you and those you serve with.

@Unknown_Ooh Жыл бұрын

Very interesting to learn. A lot of medevacs are very strict to who gets to ride aboard. Mainly due to weight and passenger safety reasons.

@robertburns3014 Жыл бұрын

@@Unknown_Ooh The helicopter the hospital utilized was an EC 145, which is very capable in terms of carrying the number of people we flew. If the pilots had any doubt that the weight may be over the limits they were comfortable with, I would not fly on that trip. My time on the aircraft was limited and I flew with the crew with the full knowledge of all the stakeholders in the program.

@kylegaming70 Жыл бұрын

My dad worked in the Cath lab at Florida Hospital south/Orlando for 30 years - it sounds like you were on some STEMI flights taking patients to his cath lab! You are right, Fl hospital didn’t do scene work, ORMC(or whatever it’s called now, been gone a long time) gets most trauma and Fl Hospital handles most cardiac.

@robertburns3014 Жыл бұрын

@@kylegaming70 O.R.M.C. is now officially called "Orlando Health" but a lot of folks still refer to it by its former name. Orlando Health is actually the name of the Corporation that owns the hospitals that are a part of that system. Yes, I flew with the "Florida Flight 1" (former name given the helicopter medevac program at the Hospital) on a few cardiac patient runs. I'm retired now but I relish my memories of that time in my career!

@skidsftw8074 Жыл бұрын

Ormc? Orlando native

@SheldonD7878 Жыл бұрын

I can't stop watching this. Unfortunately, or should I say "fortunately" I also needed to be transported to the hospital in an EMS chopper I owe them a huge thank you because they definitely saved my life! 🙏🏾🌟👼🏾 As far as I am concerned they are living breathing angel's who look like you and I.

@EstorilEm Жыл бұрын

The smile on her face at 1:10, that’s a job everyone dreams of waking up for each day. Definitely a lot of work to get there, but I swear that smile says it was 110% worth it! Also I took my first lessons out of OKV, cool to hear radio calls for Winchester traffic! We love it when you all come out to the air shows btw. 👌

@dakota.cortez Жыл бұрын

Some people love shutting down highways for some reason. I always prefer an interesting improvised LZ myself.

@icejunki Жыл бұрын

The smile changes when the tones go off at 3 am. Haha

@nickernator4788 Жыл бұрын

I saw that smile too, and pointed it out to my 12yr old daughter. Fingers crossed she loves aircraft like I do and, maybe considers a career or hobby of it.

@AB-wq2vy 5 ай бұрын

Greetings from Finland! Looks like you have prehospitalist there flying with you. As a paramedic I admire her professionalism. She makes great educational content on instagram. Also fascinating to see how medevac operates there in US. Here we have FinnHEMS, which is a goverment owned air medical service provider. I always get goosebumps when I see them flying on the scene, such an awesome sight to see.

@BossaNossa1 Жыл бұрын

Just Stunning! I absolutely love how calm the left seat is! with her legs crossed and sense of humor and wonderful smile! God bless you all! †

@cosmicinsane516 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for what you guys do. In the army we had a guy airlifted out of our motor pool by German civilian air ambulance. He had a severe head wound after an accident, and he lived because of their quick response even in IFR conditions.

@ILruffian 2 ай бұрын

Huge respect to anyone who does this. Former highway patrolman here who retired young to become a doc. In med school we had a lecture on helicopter EMS (HEMS) safety put on by the military. This was a few years after the Trooper 2 crash in Maryland (that NTSB report is worth a read). As per a 2006 paper published in the Annals of Emergency medicine, an HEMS pilot has a *37% chance of being at the controls during a fatal crash* in his/her career (one that kills pilot, co-pilot, flight nurse, patient, or a person on the ground). This assumes a 20 year career, flying 20 hrs/wk. The point of the lecture was the concept of over-triage (e.g. ground based EMS calling for air when it was unnecessary). I have certainly seen some dumbass shit out of volunteer firemen calling STATflight because they were looking to be on the 6'o clock news. PD supervisors often stepped in and insisted on ground transport. HEMS should not be involved when the accident is on a highway six miles from the hospital and there is no traffic!

@white_horse Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing what you do. My husband was lifted from an accident scene (car vs tractor trailer) back in 2001 from I-81 at Mount Jackson. He is fine today thanks to the response of the local fire, pd, medevac as well as other first responders.

@kennethmantay4484 Жыл бұрын

In a previous occupation I lived this life and absolutely was moved to see this video and reminder of how lucky I was to have been a Flight Paramedic. God Bless

@Slickgoodlin Жыл бұрын

Approach & Landing Checklist: Helmet - check Seatbelt - check Legs Crossed - check Foot Bouncing - check

@heartlandhawk4513 Жыл бұрын

Incorrect correction of Pilot's radio call - check. And the Flight Medic doesn't tell the pilot "To put it down wherever you feel comfortable." Really? Gee, so glad she's aboard. Been doing this for almost 27 years, none of my medical crewmembers would ever say anything like that.

@jamesmolkenbuhr956 Жыл бұрын

@@heartlandhawk4513 do you want a medal, or a chest to pin it it?

@Derek-pd4fc Жыл бұрын

@@heartlandhawk4513 Bet you're fun to fly with.

@HRCISASKNK Жыл бұрын

@@heartlandhawk4513 it really doesn’t bother me when they say things like that or similar. I just say okay then do what I want to do.

@heartlandhawk4513 Жыл бұрын

@@Derek-pd4fc We don't do this for "fun'. Sure, we love what we do, but this is serious work, serious business. I don't tell my medical Crew how to titrate Nipride, and she doesn't tell me how to fly. How long have you flown HEMS?

@andeusmc2030 Жыл бұрын

From a dude who works in Frederick, we appreciate you guys all the way. Whether you're hitting the west side of 522/50 or rocking the 81 corridor, we know we can count on you all.

@jasonjackson7154 Жыл бұрын

I am a firefighter and have been a part of a lot of L Z landings, I have seen some amazing landing spots really appreciate yall who do this

@coachwendy5618 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for serving in your community. It's appreciated.

@OhiostateKar291 Жыл бұрын

what does L Z landing stand for?

@jasonjackson7154 Жыл бұрын

Landing zone

@mafia631 Жыл бұрын

Folks never truly appreciate what yall do till they are in the back. I had to catch a ride a few years back to a trauma center to save my leg after a rollover... Much respect

@Bob-M Жыл бұрын

Because of what you talented people do, our daughter is alive and well, after a single vehicle rollover. The crews professionalism in landing so close to the accident scene, in what appeared to be a very tight landing zone, made it possible for the quick loading into the copter very quick, once she was finally extricated from the pickup she was driving. I thank you all for what you do, and will forever be in the crews debt for having a part in saving our daughter. She is healing well, just over a month out from the accident, and is still making us laugh. Thank you again.

@chriskahle5863 Жыл бұрын

I like how the instrument panel has the warning label: "NO SMOKING AT ALL TIMES". Just as a constant reminder to not smoke when flying a medevac. =]

@BobbyTucker Жыл бұрын

It wasn't always the norm though. ^^^^

@billmadison2032 Жыл бұрын

Shit I'm just a gen exer. I remember when doctors used to give you a diagnosis with a cigarette in their mouth

@stanleynitkowski7482 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this - my fiancée and I received terrible and scary news on November 12, 2018 that she had AML leukemia. It warranted a flight by your compadres in NEPA/Geisinger system up here but it saved her life; along with the Hem/Onc team at Hopkins in Baltimore. Thank you for what you do and your entire crew. This is truly bigger than all of us what you do and I thank you for the terrible hours, stress, risk, and general nonsense I’m sure you deal with.

@megtaylor8499 7 ай бұрын

All medical and police helicopters get a quick prayer from me every time I hear them fly over my house. You are heroes in my eyes.

@katherines.3767 13 күн бұрын

My father got airlifted after surviving a small plane wreck, almost one year ago as I type this comment. It was so cool to see what goes on when responding to a call. Thank you for the work you do.

@gregmcmullen6698 Жыл бұрын

Literally caused me to tear up, when the firefighters were talking about transporting the patients. Not only are the crews skilled at maneuvering that chopper into obscene places, but they pick up the worst of the cases for transport. God bless them and the work they do.

@sajaak940 Жыл бұрын

My dad retired from flying for an air ambulance about a year ago. It's really cool to see what his perspective was like!

@thudtrades1850 Жыл бұрын

I was a Nightingale patient here in Hampton Roads 4 years ago in a couple days! Partial ejection, crushed during the rollover and launched like a catapult... Died twice in the air and once on the table, 6 days in coma, 21 days on the 4th floor Norfolk General, 14 more in stepdown/Rehab. Come to find out later, because I wasn't a very good travel companion, They Were Awesome! Great people! The Pilot was a total badass and, the Flt nurses....Just like when I met them... I'm just speechless. All of you air ambulance crews are studs..!

@kurcbuzdegan6005 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. Brings to mind the loss of a friend, 28 years ago this month. He was a paramedic with the Infant Transport Team here in BC. After a MEDIVAC flight the team immediately headed back out / northern island emergency. Their plane went down into the Pacific. Two paramedics, doctor and 2 pilots perished. The public truly recognizes your dedication and commitment and the fact that every day you risk everything to bring aid and hope to others. Thank you for your service. Be safe. Per ardua ad astra

@wildcatdan5072 Жыл бұрын

I liked that little excitement when they heard the LZ was on the highway. I love seeing people who love their job, especially when they're saving lives in the process.

@rickey5353 Жыл бұрын

Loved the end message: Fly safe and never stop learning. Grateful for my twenty-one years in rotor wing service. Be safe, crews.

@TheJonathanc82 Жыл бұрын

Thank god for the people that do these jobs. So much respect for what they do every day, 365 days per year.

@marleyboy7732 Жыл бұрын

My brother-in-law (currently active military) is now flying the black hawks and this is what he wants to do when discharged. This job looks too tense. Glad we have guys like this. Saved my niece once.

@rickkearn7100 Жыл бұрын

It takes special people to do this kind of work. Glad you're out there folks. Godspeed.

@funjon Жыл бұрын

I took an unexpected helicopter ride on an early saturday morning in 1999. Thank you for doing what you do, it saved my life.

@wulfboi8808 Жыл бұрын

The Golden Hour made possible by the highly skilled life flight paramedics and nurses. How I wanted this for my career but it wasn't to be. Much thanks for all you do, risking your lives no less, to save others. 💯💯💯💯💯💯👍👍👍👍👍👍🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🚁🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

@layoverlover Жыл бұрын

I really love watching the girl riding with you in the LH seat. Sooo cool and relaxed. A trustful wingman!

@BillBlast7372 Жыл бұрын

**EXTREMELY IMPRESSIVE SKILLS FLYING & EDITING THIS VID.....** Thanks for sharing, seeing I'm in Baltimore County, MD & we use MSP Medevac, it's amazing to see other pro's doing this challenging & highly rewarding work, THX AGAIN & STAY SAFE BRO!!!! Loved how she was just sitting there crossed legged & chilling, like at home in a rocking chair!!!

@harrodharrod5239 Жыл бұрын

Do you consider cashier calling out a minor for attempting to purchase alcohol impressive as well? Because that's about the proper level of comparison right there. They are certified, professional helo pilots. What they did was: asses the LZ for possible obstructions and then proceed to land on what is basically a taxiway (which is where helicopters usually "land" on airports anyway). If they deviated from the specified LZ on any busier airport, the consequences of such a failure would probably have been greater than if they parked it on top of the trees here. Not saying flying helicopter is easy, but as far as flying helos goes, there is nothing impressive going on here. Check out mountain rescue helicopters balancing on a trail railing (possibly in windy conditions) to load casualties to see impressive flying skills.

@coachwendy5618 Жыл бұрын

@@harrodharrod5239 Why is it so difficult to compliment someone? No one is impressed with your comparison. Please don't waste your time if you can't appreciate others.

@BillBlast7372 Жыл бұрын

@@harrodharrod5239 Well dam.....as being a former 1st Responder in Baltimore, which is home to the world renowned Shock Trauma Center, staffed by the trauma Dr that founded the Golden hour, GO Team & being the first non military medevac in the world, im a bit familiar w/the entire medevac process. Maybe this was a 10 on skill level, but it is no where close to an ordinary flight, the last time I checked, normal helos don't have dying patients a next to pilots being shocked back to normal heart rhythm or coding while trying to land on a small rooftop of a hosp or even in flight. Our md state police medevacs do hoist rescues in water/woods & you never know what a LZ looks like until you arrive, pilots trust ground crew to properly find a good, safe, clear LZ.....a pilot landing at night on NVG's, even if on a roadway is super impressive.....Micheal here did a Great & impressive job.

@K1OIK Жыл бұрын

WTF is VID?

@BillBlast7372 Жыл бұрын

@@K1OIK Video

@davidsuttles101 Жыл бұрын

I flew medevac helicopters for over 13 years after the Army. Landing on an interstate never got old…especially under NVGs!

@123jjred Жыл бұрын

The female with her legs crossed like she’s reading a book by the fireplace ❤😍🥰

@marcopolozx11 Жыл бұрын

Cleveland Metro LifeFlight came to my rescue 30 years ago. Thank you to PHI for providing these amazing lifesaving helicopters.

@JSKCKNIT Жыл бұрын

You guys are angels. Much respect. Semper Fi!

@elliotjameson2799 Жыл бұрын

This video had me glued to the screen for 7 minutes 5 seconds! You guys are awesome! Angels in the sky.

@VirginiaPrepper 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing the video. As a former EMT/ firefighter in the Shenandoah Valley I have dealt with Aircare 5 out of Weyers Cave. Very familiar with I-81. Thank you for all you do.

@vsetkoumiera7683 Жыл бұрын

My dad was a dust off in Vietnam then he flew for Stat Flight back in the mid 80’s then Sky Care after that, I ask him what it was like flying a air ambulance and he modestly said “It’s a rush” then I said “Wait a minute, you know when your on final to a LZ on the interstate you are no doubt THE BADDEST MAN on scene and I can still see that smirk !! Rest Easy Ol’Man

@brettkoski Жыл бұрын

Awesome video man! I wish my corp would let me film from inside the bird. Our industry needs some positive reinforcement right now. Thanks for sharing! Great teamwork here, stay safe!

@michaelmiller85 Жыл бұрын

I have been trying to do these types of videos for the past 10 years but phi is the first that has given me the privilege to video. I feel very blessed and fortunate to share this piece of the aviation industry.

@jasonsigafoos631 Жыл бұрын

22 years total in emergency services in Pa just north of Philly. I was pretty blessed to cover alot of bases in those years FD / EMS / 911 County Dispatcher / Flight Dispatcher for both Pennstar (Philly) and Lehigh Valley Medevac (Allentown), EMS Tac Team member. And the one thing I never ever got tired of was watching aircraft come and go from our calls. Ive stood on the ground for em, and when I worked in Philly the flight deck was on the roof of Univ of Penn trauma and nighttime ops was always awesome.. Stay safe out there!

@domingofung Жыл бұрын

Want a mask?

@filanfyretracker Жыл бұрын

U of Penn is right near one of their sports fields, I was doing work with their video team at a night game and wow that place is busy. There was a lot of helos in and out that night, it was like a little rooftop airport. Do they get transfers from lower tier trauma centers? As I doubt there was that many major accidents that night.

@fourthhorseman4531 Жыл бұрын

Wish my eyesight would have been good enough to do this job. That must be very rewarding.

@frisk151 Жыл бұрын

The Eurocopter EC's are awesome!.. I've only had the "pleasure" in riding in the EC145 by way of Travis County STARFlight... Though, I don't remember the actual flight since they were busy saving my life... Months later when I was out it was one of the first places I dropped in and talked to the pilot and the flight nurse who flew me. You all are angels for real!

@agentofantiquities9253 Жыл бұрын

I see you all overhead all the time in Winchester! Have watched you land/takeoff at WMC before as well. This chopper is iconic in our area. Thanks for everything you all do!

@drewfoster1493 Жыл бұрын

Airflight saved my brothers arm on 4-22-22. But I saved his life by putting a tourniquet in my side by side and knowing how to apply it. Everyone should carry a tourniquet in their car, motorcycle ect and know how to use it. Their cheap light and super easy to use. A simple youtube video will help. Stay safe.

@robbynelson3 Жыл бұрын

The most fun I ever had on duty as a firefighter was doing LZ. Had to pull Mercy Air out of LAS to come to Blythe CA one day. Ahhh the silhouette of that helicopter in the sunset took my breath away.

@intellectualbaguette7507 Жыл бұрын

people like you inspire me to forfill my dreams of becoming a medevac pilot myself

@EMT2-58 Жыл бұрын

That was truly awesome. Work with multiple medevac agencies here in North East PA but never get to see this perspective! 1 video and I am hooked!

@fbwa32nxfan29 Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is amazing, I can see how it never gets old! Love your videos!

@pressm4n Жыл бұрын

Love that you have the cockpit sounds and not some cheesy 80s motivational music like Eye of the Tiger, lol!

@oblivion1751 Жыл бұрын

Heyo, I am a radio operator for aeromedevac, thanks for giving me this view of what I support, I’ve never seen the world from the view of a helicopter but I’ve always wanted to

@fire1937 Жыл бұрын

Really cool perspective bro. I’ve been a firefighter for 15 years and been apart of numerous types of incidents like this. Badass to see it from your side.🤘🏻

@ColtonBlumhagen Жыл бұрын

I've been subbed since you were doing your fixed wing training jeez 8 or 9 years ago? Wow. Good to see you're helping people and still having fun doing it.

@michaelpass2176 Жыл бұрын

As a Veteran, thank you ladies for your service

@donniewaterstx Жыл бұрын

One time I cleared cattle from a pasture beside a residence so the helicopter could land and the pilot elected to put it down in the back yard. Y'all skills are amazing.

@etops3 Жыл бұрын

Nicely done! Thank you for all that you and your crew do...! Be Safe out there...!

@cshamm Жыл бұрын

AMAZING VIDEO!! Goosebumps the whole way through. Please post more of these.... was on the edge of my seat!!

@raybates3119 Жыл бұрын

FADEC is awesome. I flew 22 years as a leo pilot in OH-58s. Everything was totally analog! We got Hi-Tec in about 2010 with a little 4" MFD in one of our ships. God bless the guys who do this. I still miss it! I love the "No Smoking at all Times" placard. Our aircraft were so old they still had the ashtrays in them! No kidding...

@wef0711 Жыл бұрын

Greatest job in the world. Some amazing patient interactions and worked with the most professional caregivers on earth!

@travistibbs1530 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this! I loved every second of it (and several more than once). Started practicing Off Airport landings, yesterday, at flight school, and seeing it in action was a blessing. HEMS is one of the noblest civilian helicopter pilot roles I can think of. Thank you for your work and professionalism.

@harezy Жыл бұрын

Great job. Hope we get a lot more of this.

@klasandersson7522 Жыл бұрын

It´s a bugger when a accident is so serious you need the speed of a chopper to save the involved, and a godsent there are choppers to do the work when that is!!! True heroes flying around in our skies!!!

@matthewmcclellan8407 Жыл бұрын

I took a ride on one of these back in 96. Thank God they were there so I could be here.

@Lonewolf7381 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome! I'm so glad I found your channel. Just solo'd in an r22 for my ppl and this is the dream job! I cannot wait

@LicenseToTill Жыл бұрын

On my way, certified instructor working as a Heli tour pilot this summer season 😊 🚁

@jallen5263 6 ай бұрын

I was a combat medic years ago and after I got out I went into law enforcement and used to be the one to help set up LZ's for Medevac choppers.

@LakesRegionEmergencyPhoto 7 ай бұрын

Flight medics are not often thought about, but are absolutely essential. Thanks for all you guys do!

@langdons2848 Жыл бұрын

Great video thank you. It takes me back seeing that cockpit and listening to you both spotting obstacles for the landing. I had a friend who owned and flew an EC135. He did a lot of bush flying in and out of very tight places. Even "dropped in" to my big-ish back yard once as he and his wife were passing.

@dougpoulton5544 Жыл бұрын

Nice approach and LZ selection. That EC135 is a beautiful bird.

@CyberSarge44 Жыл бұрын

Brother was life flighted after a terrible accident and they saved his life. God bless all of you.

@craigp9952 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing that. A great example of how it should be. "Sterile cockpit" (no unnecessary talking when landing), great communication between the flight medic (or nurse) and the pilot, and the weather was perfect.

@nizza594 Жыл бұрын

As an aspiring Air Ambulance pilot currently working towards a UK CPL(H), I find this content incredibly inspiring and informative! Thank you so much!

@lukesylvester2022 Жыл бұрын

How is it?

@AirGuru Жыл бұрын

Incredibly well done video! I would totally watch much longer version of this, maybe even an uncut one! I am now too invested!

@virginiafry9854 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video - I was the Chief Flight Doctor for the only government Flight For Life air ambulance service in S Africa - this video brings back many memories.

@aucool7869 Жыл бұрын

I run ground EMS. It never gets old no matter how many times I've seen it to watch a bird touch down. Always wondered what it was like up there, now I know! Fly safe guys, good job!

@ThePackDad Жыл бұрын

First time I can recall ever seeing a section of i-81 without 2 semi's side by side with neither passing for 15 minutes. -- I've always respected and given way to truckers, but a lot of the truckers on i-81 are a problem. This is a well known issue to folks around here. Great landing.

@elmerhuyard3565 Жыл бұрын

Not sure what this video has in common with Trucker's

@Cecil. Жыл бұрын

@@elmerhuyard3565 They just used it as a way to knock trucks having no idea what its like to deal with 4 wheelers while driving a truck! You can try to explain all you want but they won't listen or understand!

@anonymousjohn386 Жыл бұрын

2 lanes don't really cut it with the current volume of traffic.

@elmerhuyard3565 Жыл бұрын

@@anonymousjohn386 agreed, 81 definitely needs the 3rd lane from VA mountains to Harrisburg. They want to do it but toll it. Way I understood it somehow the tolling plan was disapproved so they put it on hold which is a shame there is enough fuel tax money to do this. The real problem around trucks is that the general public drives 80-85 mph and thus cannot coexist with the heavy commercial truck volume because R 81 is a main South west Midwest to North east freight artery. If speed limiters are made into law literally every highway in the country will be like 81 is now. I think we have spoken but are they listening

@rickcrusenberry7027 Жыл бұрын

I live in Smyth County in Virginia. They made landing spots in the median for Medvac. I think that should be done on all interstates.

@davidmorris1536 9 ай бұрын

I worked these guys (AirCare) for many years as a controller at IAD. Always professional and a pleasure to work with. Keep up the good work!

@mcrowl01 Жыл бұрын

My dad flew air care for the University of Iowa for 15 years. He did countless scene flights. Now I have an idea of what he did all of those years.

@StevenFlies Жыл бұрын

Great video. Too bad I didn't get a chance to stop in Front Royal when I flew through a few months back. I spent a few hours down at AC5 with Steven Black.

@markmonse5285 Жыл бұрын

Retired airline dispatcher here, interesting to see how the helicopter EMS operates. Didn't realize you had GPWS..

@heartlandhawk4513 Жыл бұрын

Now we have TCAS, GPWS, Color weather Radar, 4 Axis autopilots. Verbal audio warnings, and synthetic vision systems.

@markmonse5285 Жыл бұрын

@@heartlandhawk4513 Nice!

@MrTomjolly Жыл бұрын

Heck no! It wouldn't get old! When you're doing something you love it never gets old! I know the feeling.

@jodygotyourgirlngone 3 ай бұрын

The coolest job ever! Thanks for what you guys do!

@MrNickpeck36 Жыл бұрын

My wife coordinates Dr's, choppers, Ambulances and planes for work, and she has had to make calls like this for freeway landings. Very cool to actually see it in action.

@amwelch0424 Жыл бұрын

I used to dispatch for an air ambulance sevice several years ago, helicopters & fixed wing. It could all get intense, but I think the most difficult part was coordinating the doctors! Our medical director was used to taking these calls anytime/any place... less true (of course) of smaller town docs, EMS units, highway patrol, etc. Not sure about her but the Dr to Dr coordination was always my least favorite! Dispatchers often get overlooked, so please thank her for me for doing her part to keep folks safe!

@MrNickpeck36 Жыл бұрын

@@amwelch0424 thanks, I will do and same to you. Yah, it's one of those thankless jobs it seems. I'm sure she would agree with on the Dr part haha.