Aero-Linx: Air Med
'101'
It is estimated that there are around 400,000 helicopter EMS
missions flown each year. There are an additional 100,000 –
150,000 fixed wing medical flights each year. In 2002, there were
roughly 400 dedicated EMS helicopters. At the close of 2008, there
are a little more than 800 flying EMS missions.