Cox Air Care

11/09/2025

Keep Vanderbilt LifeFlight in your thoughts and prayers, the family members and all who have been affected by this tragedy.

Colleagues,

For 41 years, through more than 80,000 flights and 40,000 ground transports, the remarkable members of the Vanderbilt LifeFlight team have saved countless lives. Since inception, the program has highlighted safety as its most important priority. Despite the inherent risk of this work, these dedicated individuals feel called to serve patients in their most vulnerable moments, critically injured or ill.

Yesterday, three crew members serving on LifeFlight 1 were involved in an accident when their aircraft went down in an unpopulated area in Wilson County, TN. There was no patient on board at the time. Allan Williams, RN, Flight Nurse/Paramedic, did not survive. Andrew “Andy” Sikes, Critical Care Flight Paramedic, and the aircraft’s pilot, whose family has asked for privacy at this time, were seriously injured and remain in our care.

As we grieve with Allan’s family, I ask you to please join me in support of them as well as Andy, the pilot and their families.

Sincerely,

Jane Freedman, MD Deputy Chief Executive Officer Chief Health System Officer

11/08/2025

Ruck and Run in Republic for Veteran’s Appreciation Day! 🫡 🇺🇸

11/01/2025

🐠 We had a FIN-tastic time at our Under-the-Sea Halloween booth! 🐚🎃

And thank you to all the trick-or-treaters who drifted by to say hello, snagged some candy, and shared your boo-tiful smiles! You really made waves and turned the night into a reel catch! 🎣🍭🐙🍫🌊

10/28/2025

Today we honor all of you who suit up, answer the call, rise above the chaos, and serve others.
Some days are intense. Some calls leave a lasting impact. It's not always easy, and today we celebrate the skill, grit and heart you bring to every person who needs you in that moment. We’re proud to serve alongside you! Stay safe!

10/26/2025

It is our pleasure to introduce Ricky, the newest addition to our pilot team! Ricky has an extensive military background of 29 years of service. He has been part of Medevac search and rescue teams, loves to travel, and is happy to now be in Southwest Missouri!

10/21/2025

Autumn in the Ozarks 🍁—where every flight reminds us why we love the hills we call home.🍂

10/12/2025

Such a tragic event. Our deepest condolences to Suzie’s family, friends, coworkers and REACH Air Medical Services. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Our REACH family is devastated to share that Susan “Suzie” Smith has passed away from injuries sustained during the accident involving helicopter N414RX on Highway 50 on Monday night.

We will remember Suzie as a pillar of the EMS and healthcare community who saved countless lives by delivering compassionate care in their darkest hours. Suzie’s 50-year career as a nurse included nearly 21 years with REACH, and we are proud to call her our colleague and friend. We hope she is remembered for the light she brought to every call, every shift, and every patient she blessed with her care.

We grieve Suzie’s loss with her family, friends, colleagues and the entire community that she faithfully served. Her impact will be felt for years to come through the lives she touched, the teams she strengthened, and the compassion she embodied. Thank you for keeping Suzie’s loved ones and our REACH family in your thoughts and support for our team during this difficult time.

10/08/2025

ECHO FAST is aware of the reported incident involving a REACH helicopter in Sacramento, CA last evening.

Our thoughts are with the crew members aboard & the entire REACH Air Medical Services family during this difficult time.

We’re keeping the crew and their loved ones close in our thoughts and sending strength to all those impacted.

To the first responders and bystanders who answered the call- we are keeping you in our hearts and thank you.

As always, our FAST peer support team is available 24/7/365 to support any flight crew member in need. Please don’t hesitate to reach out at 1-833-AIR-FAST

10/02/2025

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This week, our GO CAPS Monett students experienced an unexpected thrill when Cox Air Care landed at the hospital. They had a rare opportunity to see the helicopter up close and watch the incredible flight crew in action as they save lives from the sky.

09/26/2025

Thank you for having us Clever Fire Protection District! 🤝