Air Methods is the nation's largest air medical emergency transport service, founded in 1980. The company operates a fleet of more than 450 helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, covering 48 states. With over 4,500 team members, Air Methods facilitates more than 100,000 patient transports annually.
The company's core business is providing helicopter and fixed-wing air medical emergency transport services. Additional divisions include Ascend Clinical Training, a clinical training division; Cypheron Healthcare Solutions, a healthcare solutions division; and United Rotorcraft, a rotorcraft division. The company has logged more than 150,000 total flight hours and has over 40 years of air medical experience.
Since 2015, Air Methods has invested over $120 million in safety. The organization's stated priorities include dedicated safety practices, outstanding patient care, and maintaining a talented workforce.






