Summary: Factory interiors are not well suited to medevac and air ambulance needs. They aren't designed for in-flight medical care. At LifePort, we leverage innovative design and advanced materials to create aircraft interiors perfectly suited for handling medical emergencies.
In the high-stakes world of helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) and fixed-wing air ambulance transport, every second counts. Emergency aircraft become more than just a form of transportation. It becomes a mobile intensive care unit where there is little to no room for error. LifePort designs interiors with that in mind.
Our commitment to supporting EMS and air ambulance providers is rooted in the philosophy of safety, reliability, and unparalleled efficiency. Our company established this philosophy as a foundation.
By focusing on the unique needs of air ambulance and medevac interiors, our engineers produce solutions designed to allow medical crews to focus entirely on their patients. They are not fighting with equipment or trying to navigate spaces that just do not work.
The Power of Interior Modularity
Every medevac and air ambulance interior begins with a modular design. Modularity is a LifePort signature and something we implemented based on the understanding that factory interiors are static. They force medical and air crews to adapt their workflow to the limits of each cabin. This is not workable in medical emergencies for the simple fact that factory interiors aren't designed around medical needs.
LifePort systems are easily reconfigured by design. They allow operators to transition from standard medical transport to the most complex critical care missions in very little time. Consider the following three points:
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Quick-Change Capabilities – Most LifePort systems can be reconfigured or completely removed in as little as two hours. An entire fleet becomes more flexible because reconfigures can happen so quickly.
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Mission-Specific Modularity – We design modules intended for specific missions. For example, our MedPak Advanced Life Support (ALS) modules are perfect for missions requiring integrated oxygen, vacuum, and compressed air.
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The Latest Technologies – We do not compromise technology access in order to equip medical aircraft. Our modules come with the latest technologies, including high-speed USB ports, advanced power options, and mounts for the latest carry-on medical devices.
By designing and building with modularity, we maximize the number of configurations available for a single aircraft. Whether it is a helicopter or fixed-wing craft, the interior cabin can be reconfigured repeatedly.
Mission Seating for Safety
We often think of patient safety in the HEMS or air ambulance scenario. But medical crew safety is just as important. Therefore, we put a tremendous amount of effort into designing and building mission seating that keeps crews as safe as possible. We specialize in multi-mission solutions engineered for even extreme environments. LifePort mission seating offers:
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Advanced Engineering – Advanced engineering makes our mission seats more than crash-worthy. They feature energy-absorbing materials and rigorously tested designs that maximize survivability when things do not go as planned.
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Ergonomic Efficiency – Our mission seats are designed with just the right balance of comfort and utility. They do not get in the way of patient care yet still provide the support crews need for long-range flights.
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Configuration Flexibility – Mission seating should never get in the way of the mission itself. We build configuration flexibility into each package, creating seating that can be adjusted or removed as needed. Mission seating is optimized for each mission's headcount.
Mission seating can make an enormous difference in how conducive a medical interior is to simultaneously facilitating quality patient care and keeping crew members safe. While other interior manufacturers may consider mission seating a secondary concern, it is a top priority for LifePort.
Advanced Materials for Better Performance
Our commitment to modular design and patient/crew member safety is unparalleled. But design alone is not enough to meet the demands of the HEMS and air ambulance environment. Doing right by our customers also demands advanced materials that continually allow them to push the medevac and air rescue envelope.
In aviation, the number one enemy of performance is weight. One of our goals is to minimize the weight of our cabins without sacrificing safety or medical care. Advanced materials – specifically composites – are critical to this goal.
Our designers use carbon fiber, specialized composites, and lightweight aluminum to reduce weight as much as possible. The weight savings we achieve through such materials can then be dedicated to more medical equipment and supplies.
Here are three real-world examples of how our commitment to advanced materials improves performance:
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LifeGard Coating – We coat cabin floors with a proprietary layer we call LifeGard coating. It is a lightweight material that seals and protects the floor from fluid contamination. It is antimicrobial and extremely easy to clean.
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Patient Loading Utility System (PLUS) – Our PLUS has become the industry standard for air ambulance interiors. LifePort's PLUS and MedDeck systems are made with advanced materials that allow for the ergonomic loading of patients outside the aircraft, reducing injury risks to both patient and crew.
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AeroSled Systems – Also made with advanced materials, our AeroSled systems offer a stable, secure patient platform that integrates seamlessly with ground gurneys.
We are able to do things with HEMS and air ambulance interiors that were impossible 20 years ago. Thanks to advanced materials that reduce weight without compromising strength and integrity, transporting patients by air has never been safer.
Interiors That Just Work
LifePort is now over 30 years old. Over the last three decades, we have built industry-leading medical interiors and the confidence that comes with knowing that they just work. In an industry that cannot afford to be grounded by interior issues, our products have risen to the top as purpose-built medical interiors that support patient and crew safety without ever impeding quality care.
If you are looking to equip a helicopter or a fleet of fixed-wing aircraft, we would be delighted to sit down and talk with you about your particular requirements. Lean on LifePort's experience, innovative engineering, advanced materials, and module mindset to outfit your aircraft with exactly what you need.
Every mission can be accommodated. Every environment – whether cool, warm, or hot – can be accounted for. And every patient and crew member can make that next journey in an aircraft cabin optimized for safety and quality care.
FAQs
What makes a LifePort interior so much different from a factory interior?
Unlike factory interiors, LifePort interiors are engineered specifically for the medical environment. From reinforced structures to integrated oxygen and vacuuming systems, our interiors are ideally suited to in-flight intensive care.
Can LifePort interiors be installed on any aircraft?
Because we design customized modular systems, we can provide solutions for a wide variety of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. We also specialize in custom-engineered kits for the most popular platforms.
Why is modularity so important?
Modular designs accommodate multi-mission capabilities extremely well. Aircraft can be quickly converted or reconfigured for each specific mission.
Are LifePort interiors FAA certified?
We provide the necessary Supplemental Type Certifications (STCs) modified cabin interiors require. In addition, FAA certification is streamlined because our designs are pre-engineered and flight-tested.
Do your mission seats meet aviation standards?
LifePort mission seating is built and tested to meet 16G dynamic crashworthiness standards. You can count on our seating for safety.
