Bangor Air Ambulance & Medical Flights

Arranging air ambulance transport in Bangor starts with a single call to the flight coordination team. From there, the following come together for every flight:

• Complete coordination of air and ground transportation
• Experienced RN and case manager flight coordinators, customizing each flight to the patient's specific needs
• Critical care flight nurses and paramedics on every flight
• Learjet 45 aircraft, medically configured for critical care

Frequently Asked Questions

Which airport supports Bangor air ambulance transport?

Bangor International Airport supports Bangor air ambulance transport. Its runway is more than 11,000 feet long, among the longest on the East Coast, originally built to accommodate Air Force bombers.

Is Bangor air ambulance transport available to facilities outside Maine?

Yes. Air ambulance transport from Bangor is coordinated to destinations throughout the United States, as well as internationally, through partnerships with FAA-licensed Part 135 operators.

Why do patients get transferred to Bangor before a further medical flight?

Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor serves as the main referral hospital for central, eastern, and northern Maine. Patients from smaller communities are often stabilized or treated there first, and some still need a further medical flight, Bangor Maine included, to reach a Center of Excellence or specialized facility out of state.

How fast can Angel MedFlight arrange a flight out of Bangor?

It depends on the patient's condition and how quickly the receiving facility can confirm availability. The flight coordination team begins insurance authorization immediately, in parallel with flight planning, to keep delays to a minimum.

Does Bangor's airport support larger air ambulance aircraft?

Yes. Bangor International Airport's long runway, a legacy of its history as Dow Air Force Base, accommodates a wide range of aircraft sizes with fewer restrictions than many smaller regional airports.