When an air medical program has an accident, what guides the decision to launch another of its own crews to the scene? No regulation or standard answers that. Russell Griffin and I just published our answer in @sjtrem.bsky.social and it is open access. #MedSky #PHARM #PHEM #HEMS #FOAMed #HAA #AMT

When tragedy strikes: from the rush matrix to the deliberate response framework – a narrative review of self-response decision-making in helicopter emergency medical services - Scandinavian Journal of...

Background Helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) have a documented history of serious and fatal accidents. When a HEMS program’s aircraft is involved in an accident, the decision to launch anot...

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When did your safety program last tell you no? The gap between safety infrastructure and function, is the subject of recent column in Rotor Pro July/August issue. What your organization tolerates today is more relevant than your best intentions after an accident. #Safety #SMS #HEMS #HAA #🚁

Have you been in this situation? Check out my article in Vertical Plus about agitated patients from a pilot perspective. This has been getting more attention the last few years and if you haven't talked about it or made a plan you should. 🚑🚁🛫🦺 #HEMS #HAA #AirMedical #AviationSafety #SMS #AMT #SAR

Agitated patients in HEMS: Why it’s more than a clinical challenge

Violent and unpredictable patient encounters can create operational risks that few HEMS programs have openly addressed or prepared crews to manage.

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We started UPLIFT to fill a gap we kept seeing across the industry...talented people promoted into leadership and safety roles without the support they need to succeed. We spent the first year setting everything up and now we are working to find the right partners to join us. #Nonprofit #Aviation

The UPLIFT Collective@theupliftcollective.org · 6mo ago

One year ago, the idea for The UPLIFT Collective became reality: ✅ 501(c)(3) ✅ First scholarship ✅ Verticon launch ✅ @vyclimb.com committed as founding donor If your organization values leadership development and safety culture you can learn more at: TheUPLIFTCollective.org #leadership #safety

Proud to have been there! ⚽

Burgundy Wave@burgundywave.bsky.social · 7mo ago

The largest crowd in NWSL history! 63,004!

We are so excited to be the founding donor to launch @theupliftcollective.org If you are a leader in the #Aviation or #AirMedical industry you should watch this and learn more and get involved at: www.TheUPLIFTCollective.org #HEMS #HAA #Safety #Leadership

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The UPLIFT Collective@theupliftcollective.org · 8mo ago

Industry-wide growth requires industry-wide investment and UPLIFT will only succeed when operators, partners, and industry leaders invest in the people who will shape our future. 🔗 www.TheUPLIFTCollective.org #Leadership #Aviation #UPLIFT #Partnership #AirMedical #HEMS #Safety

The goal isn't just to train leaders. It is to create a ripple effect across the aviation and air medical industries. Better leaders, stronger teams, and safer operations. That is UPLIFT's vision. Learn more at www.TheUPLIFTCollective.org #Leadership #Aviation #UPLIFT #Safety #AirMedical

This is The UPLIFT Collective. Unlocking Potential. Elevating Safety. Inspiring Leaders. Learn more at: www.TheUPLIFTCollective.org #UPLIFT #Aviation #Leadership #Safety #nonprofit #AirMedical #Verticon2026

Are you at Verticon in Atlanta? If so, be sure to come by the Verticon Main Stage Monday for the VAI Safety IAC's SMS Workshop followed by the NTSB Safety Symposium. #Verticon2026 #safety #aviation

We have been building @theupliftcollective.org for the past year and today it goes public. Raising funds for scholarships for leadership and safety training in the aviation and air medical industry. Learn more at www.TheUPLIFTCollective.org

The UPLIFT Collective@theupliftcollective.org · 8mo ago

The UPLIFT Collective officially launches today. 🚀 We fund leadership training and safety development for aviation and air medical professionals. 🚁✈️ Vertical Plus Story: verticalmag.com/news/new-non... Learn More: TheUPLIFTCollective.org #Aviation #Leadership #UPLIFT #Safety #HEMS #AirMedical

Excited to attend the Pre-Hospital Retrieval Medicine Conference in Vancouver BC this morning. Thanks to Med Response BC for putting together this inaugural event to support equality of care for rural and indigenous people of BC Canada. #BCPHRM2026 #airmedical #PHRM @vyclimb.com #HEMS #HAA

I have respect for the people that dress like this daily to get back and forth to work. This is from one of several trips to the UK on projects flying offshore from Aberdeen and the Shetland Islands. Part 2 is live from my time on The Helicopter Podcast. 🎧: verticalhelicasts.com/helipodcast/...

I don't feel old until I see photos of myself from my Army days and think, "that looks like an old photo from Vietnam and that aircraft has been retired." 👀 Hear about my path from Army Interrogator to Combat Pilot on a recent podcast. 🚁 🎧: verticalhelicasts.com/helipodcast/... #helicopter

We are investing in the people who will raise the bar on safety, culture, and leadership across this industry. More coming soon. 🚁✈️ #Aviation #AirMedical #Leadership #Safety #Helicopter #HEMS #HAA

WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 🤩

As we begin 2026, I wrote an open letter reflecting on how survivable accidents are interpreted within the air medical community. Survivability alone is not a measure of safety, and the language we use after these events matters. This is about accountability and learning. #HEMS #HAA #Helicopter

TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our #WHUBHA starting XI… 👊

TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our #ARSBHA starting XI... 👊

Anti-collision lights of a OH-58D Kiowa Warrior from 1st AAHB of the Hellenic Army, visilble against the dark mountainside #Καϊόβα #1ΤΕΑΣ #ΑΣ #αεροποριαστρατου #ελικόπτερο #πτήση #Αναχαίτιση #πλαγιά #OH58D #kiowawarrior #oh58dkiowawarrior #1stAAHB #armyaviation #HAA #hellenicarmy

We are excited to be in Boise for the VAI Aerial Work Safety Conference this week. Happy to see a nearly full room listening to VAI staff speak about the importance of safety in aviation. 🚁 #helicopter #UPAC #firefighting #AerialWork #aviation #safety #VAI

So, who should be part of your own "Go-Team" and who should request party status? Another from our "After the Accident" series of accident investigation best practices. 🚁 ✈️ 🦺 Read more on our blog archives: #HEMS #safety #VyClimb #NTSB #ProduceProtectPromote #blog #AirMedical #HAA #AMT #aviation

After the Accident: Operator Go-Teams — VyClimb Consulting

Who should be a part of your go-team and who should request party status? First and foremost, anyone that participates in the investigation process must have organizational experience and be able to c...

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The final ascent 🏔️ 🆚 Inter Miami CF ⏰ 11:30 AM PT 🖥️ AppleTV & TSN 📻 730 CKNW | CKNW.com #VWFC | #OwnTheSummit

TEAM NEWS! 🚨 Our starting XI to face Villa... 👊

THREE MORE MASSIVE POINTS! 😍

Today and every day, give thanks for the lifesaving role of vertical flight. Millions of people around the world are here today because of the incredible capabilities of #helicopters, #rotorcraft and #VTOL #drones. 2025 was a busy year for helicopter rescues. Check out my latest article on Forbes.

Helicopters Save Lives During Natural Disasters And Every Day

Every day, helicopters provide vital services to communities, including saving and protecting lives. Recent massive natural disasters showcased helicopters saving lives.

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WHAT A WIN FOR THE ALBION! 🔥

Both XIs ready to write the next chapter. #NWSLPlayoffs

Rowdy Audi time😤 🆚 Portland Thorns ⏰ 12pm ET 🏟️ Audi Field 📺 CBS

all in 🌹 📺 CBS

We will remember them. 💛💙