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The 1994 Avionics and Airframe Survey reveals a growing trend in helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) programs acquiring multiple dedicated helicopters. This indicates an increasing investment in advanced air medical transport capabilities.

Area of Science:

  • Aviation Safety
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Aerospace Engineering

Background:

  • Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) are critical for rapid patient transport.
  • The operational capacity of HEMS programs relies heavily on their aircraft fleet.
  • Understanding fleet size is essential for assessing HEMS operational readiness and resource allocation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey the avionics and airframe status of HEMS programs.
  • To determine the number of dedicated helicopters operated by HEMS programs.
  • To identify trends in HEMS fleet composition.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to chief or lead pilots of HEMS programs in October 1993.
  • The survey targeted 178 HEMS programs, with a 56% response rate (100 surveys returned).

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  • Data collected included the number of helicopters exclusively used for EMS operations.

    • Main Results:

    • 64% of responding HEMS programs operate one exclusive helicopter.
    • 24% operate two exclusive helicopters, and 12% operate three or more.
    • The percentage of HEMS programs with two or more exclusive helicopters increased by 5.6% to 36%.

    Conclusions:

    • HEMS programs are increasingly investing in multiple dedicated helicopters.
    • This trend suggests a growing emphasis on enhanced air medical transport capacity.
    • The findings highlight an evolving operational landscape within HEMS aviation.