In 1980, Roy Morgan founded Air Methods after a personal experience convinced him that properly-equipped and staffed air medical service helicopters were essential for saving lives. What began with one helicopter and a single hospital contract in Colorado has grown into the nation's largest air medical emergency transport service. Today, Air Methods conducts over 100,000 transports annually, amassing more than 150,000 flight hours with a talented workforce of over 4,500 team members who are dedicated to safety and outstanding patient care.
With over 40 years of air medical experience, Air Methods operates a fleet of more than 450 helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft across 48 states, serving both rural and urban communities. The company's comprehensive operations include Air Medical Services, Ascend Clinical Training, Cypheron Healthcare Solutions, and United Rotorcraft divisions. Since 2015, Air Methods has invested over $120 million in safety programs and technologies, achieving a Level 5 safety management system that ranks in the top 1% of all Part-135 operators. Their commitment to advancing safety includes full-motion simulator training centers and industry-leading protocols that ensure excellence in every mission.
