Global Medical Response (GMR) has placed an order for 28 Airbus helicopters as part of its ongoing efforts to expand its air medical fleet. The order includes six H125s, five H130s, 14 H135s and three H145s, strengthening GMR’s fleet and positioning it as one of the largest operators of Airbus helicopters in North America. This follows an earlier 2024 order of five Airbus helicopters, bringing GMR’s Airbus fleet to nearly 200 aircraft.
In addition to these 28 helicopters, GMR has secured options to purchase an additional 23 new Airbus helicopters over the next three years. This order could also make GMR one of the first operators in North America to utilise the IFR-capable H125, further enhancing its capacity for safe, versatile medical operations in challenging conditions.
Daniel Sweeza, GMR’s National President of Air Operations, highlighted the impact of this expansion on the company’s mission: “At Global Medical Response, we understand the critical impact air ambulances have in delivering rapid, lifesaving support when it’s needed most. Our investment in Airbus helicopters strengthens our ability to deliver life-saving healthcare where care is needed the most. This expansion underscores our unwavering commitment to accessible, advanced care – ensuring that, regardless of where patients are, we can be there to make a difference when every second matters.”
As a leader in air medical services, GMR employs nearly 36,000 individuals dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care both across the United States and internationally. With 387 air base locations under well-known brands like Air Evac Lifeteam, REACH Air Medical Services, Med-Trans Corporation, AirMed International, and Guardian Flight, GMR’s presence and capacity are extensive. Since 2021, GMR has added more than 30 Airbus helicopters to its fleet, supporting its mission of accessible, responsive healthcare and reinforcing its commitment to patients wherever they are in need.
