How far can a flight for life fly?

This pressurized, twin turboprop aircraft is capable of instrument flight (IFR) at a speed of 265 nautical miles (491 km) per hour (knots), and is used for flights of up to approximately 800 miles (1,290 km) round trip distance. The pilots are all proficient in multi-engine and instrument flight.



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Our program averages 3,200 flights per year with nine state-of-the-art helicopters that are equipped for adverse weather conditions and night vision to ensure a safe flight at any time. Life Flight has transported more than 73,000 patients.

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Helicopters travel at a high speed. They can reach speeds of up to 150 mph. That means a helicopter can travel 100 miles in about 30 minutes, depending on the type of helicopter. Some helicopters are fast, while others are slow.

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No, it is not true that cabin crew and pilots get free air tickets for themselves and families. While they may receive discounts on flights or other benefits from their employer, these are usually limited to certain routes or times of year.

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AW101 All-Weather capabilities highlighted in 4,800 nm transit across the North Atlantic. The AW101 helicopter successfully completed an epic journey across the North Atlantic to return to the UK across mountains, high seas, storm clouds, ice, and snow.

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