Product Description

LifeFlight Eagle: Premier Air-Medical Transport Service in Kansas City

In emergency situations, every second counts! LifeFlight Eagle stands as a beacon of hope, providing critical air-medical transport to the seriously ill and injured in rural communities surrounding Kansas City. Founded in 1996, this outstanding 501(c)(3) non-profit organization has substantially enhanced access to advanced medical care for patients who need it the most-especially when local hospitals lack the necessary resources. With a commitment to quality care, integrity, and safety, LifeFlight Eagle is the trusted air transport provider for over 240 agencies across more than 20 counties in Missouri and Kansas!

Our Mission and Vision

• Dedicated to saving lives through rapid air-medical transport.
• Focus on serving rural areas with limited access to emergency care.
• Commitment to community health and improvement of medical response systems.

Our Fleet and Bases

• Consists of four helicopters located in Chillicothe, Odessa, Clinton, and Harrisonville, MO.
• Includes a helicopter specifically for the Children’s Mercy Critical Care Transport Team in Kansas City.
• All bases staffed 24/7/365 with a dedicated pilot, flight nurse, and flight paramedic.

Elite Medical Team

• Comprised of experienced critical-care flight nurses and flight paramedics.
• Equipped with top-notch tools, techniques, and medications for optimal patient care.
• Regular training to stay updated with the latest industry practices and protocols.

Operational Excellence

• Responding to emergency requests from first responders and community hospitals.
• Ability to perform patient care in-flight while traveling at 150 miles per hour.
• Focused approach to providing an intensive-care environment during transport.

History and Development

• Originated from the Spirit of Saint Joseph LifeFlight, one of the nation’s earliest air-medical programs.
• Transitioned in 1996 to create LifeFlight Eagle as a financially independent non-profit.
• Over the years, evolved and expanded services, enhancing care accessibility in Missouri and Kansas.

Service Overview

Service Type	Description
Air-Medical Transport	Rapid response for critically ill and injured patients.
Pediatric Transport	Specialized care for children via the Children’s Mercy team.
Community Support	Providing education and training to local first responders.

LifeFlight Eagle continues to set the standard for air-medical transport services in the Kansas City region. With a remarkable operational track record and a highly trained medical team, we’re proud to be the first responders’ first choice for air transport.

Are you looking for reliable emergency transport or interested in supporting our mission? Contact LifeFlight Eagle today to find out how we can help