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Life Line Helicopters
Mercy Life Line operates H135P2+ single pilot instrument flight rules (IFR) capable twin engine helicopters, the region’s only IFR flight program. These aircraft feature the latest technology for flight under IFR weather conditions for improved safety during inclement weather.
Our Helicopters:
- Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) -The ability to operate helicopter under IFR increase their utility and safety.
- Autopilot
- Helicopter Terrain Awareness Warning System (HTAWS)
- Traffic Avoidance Collision System (TACS)
- On-board Weather Radar
- Satellite Weather
- Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
- Technisonic FM radios with UHF, VHF, 700/800 mHz capabilities
- New patient suite with new cardiac monitor and ventilator
- Specialty Services include: Neonatal and intra-aortic balloon pump