FAQs

How does LIFESTAR insure patient safety? 

LIFESTAR employs well-trained and experienced paramedics and nurses, who consistently exhibit safety, patient, and customer-centered behaviors.  Our pilots train in the aircraft every 90 days on critical aspects of helicopter flight and aviation safety.  An airframe-specific, factory trained helicopter mechanic is assigned to each base of operation.  The Med-Trans aviation training program is unrivaled in helicopter EMS.  

What type of helicopters does LIFESTAR use?

LIFESTAR currently uses two Eurocopter EC-135 and two Bell 407 helicopters.  The EC-135 helicopters feature twin-engines and are certified for Instrument Flight Rules, allowing them to fly in most adverse weather conditions.  The Bell 407 is a single-engine aircraft certified for Visual Flight Rules.  Both airframes are the most popular helicopter EMS airframes in the industry and allow for excellent patient access during flight.  All LIFESTAR aircraft feature the latest in night vision technology, satellite tracking and SAT-PHONE capability, and multi-band radios for communication.

How do I get a job with LIFESTAR?

Each LIFESTAR flight crew consists of a highly trained flight paramedic, flight nurse, and pilot.   Each crewmember has an average of 10 years of experience in their respective field prior to their joining the LIFESTAR team.

Read the employment requirements here for each position.