Full-Time
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Updated on 8/10/2026
Air Methods
1,001-5,000 employees
Private helicopter emergency medical services
No salary listed
Danville, VA, USA
In Person
Periodic travel is expected, with 25–50% travel in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives.
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- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- Two to five years of aircraft maintenance experience on rotor or fixed aircraft is required.
- A Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant (FAA A&P) license in good standing is required.
- The ability to perform electrical troubleshooting and vibration balancing is required.
- Knowledge of sheet metal and composite repair procedures is required.
- The ability to read and understand documents such as Form 337s, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives is required.
- The ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation, is required.
- The ability to use electronic or paper-based manuals and navigate vendor data to find necessary information is required.
- The ability to learn and use the company’s Ramco enterprise resource planning system is required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
- The ability to apply creativity and problem-solving skills to troubleshooting work is required.
- Timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.
- Regular scheduled attendance is required.
- The position is subject to Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration drug and/or alcohol testing requirements.
- Perform inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, Federal Aviation Regulations, and applicable maintenance manuals.
- Verify that installed or removed components and assemblies have part numbers and serial numbers matching the associated documentation.
- Execute aircraft maintenance documentation in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.
- Participate in the continuous improvement phase of the company’s Level 4 Safety Management System and follow its policies, processes, and procedures.
- Maintain the work area in a clean and professional manner.
- Correct compliance or safety issues when directed by the appropriate operations, maintenance, safety, or mechanic leadership.
- Advise the Pilot in Command of maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
- Validate or confirm aircraft status-report data for the aircraft being worked on.
- Request aviation parts and supplies to maintain adequate and orderly inventory and support prompt repairs and operational readiness.
- Travel periodically in support of Part 135 operations and company objectives.
- Perform other assigned duties.
- Factory airframe and powerplant school training is preferred.
- Experience with Federal Aviation Regulations Part 135 operations is preferred.
- Experience with the RAMCO system is preferred.
Air Methods provides emergency air medical transport using a fleet of helicopters and trained clinicians and pilots to move patients quickly to appropriate medical facilities. It serves over 100,000 patients each year and operates 24/7, focusing on rapid response, safety, and high-quality patient care. The service works by dispatching equipped aircraft with medical teams that deliver on-scene and en-route clinical care during transport. The company differentiates itself through its large, round-the-clock operations, comprehensive clinical training, strict flight safety focus, and wide geographic reach as a private helicopter operator. Its goal is to deliver fast, safe, and reliable emergency medical transport to patients in need.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$2.5B
Headquarters
Englewood, Colorado
Founded
1980
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What believers are saying
- August 6, 2026 Danville approved Air Methods' first regional air ambulance base there.
- July 29, 2026 Emory Flight 1 rebrand and H145 upgrade expanded Georgia critical-care capacity.
- July 27, 2026 UnityPoint LifeFlight received Bell 429 upgrades, supporting faster Iowa transports.
What critics are saying
- June 2026 Briggs v. Air Methods LLC adds fresh employment litigation in Kansas.
- California overtime settlement pressure persists after July 2020; October 2026 final approval remains pending.
- Air Methods balance-billing scrutiny keeps pricing reputationally toxic, inviting state regulation and payer pushback.
What makes Air Methods unique
- Air Methods operates 100,000-plus patient transports annually across dense regional base networks.
- April 2026 Covenant Health deal pairs Air Methods pilots with hospital clinicians in Tennessee.
- March 2025 fleet orders brought 48 Bell and Airbus helicopters, modernizing IFR capability.
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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
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↑ 2%NEWDanville approves first regional air ambulance base at airport. Danville approves first regional air ambulance base at airport. by Haley Pender Thu, August 6, 2026 at 7:05 PM 00:00 01:33 Danville Regional Airport (Haley Pender) DANVILLE, Va. (WSET) - Danville city leaders have approved a partnership that will bring the region's first air ambulance base to the Danville Regional Airport, a move officials say will improve emergency medical response times for critically ill and injured patients. The project is a partnership between Air Methods Transport Services and HCA. According to documents from Danville Fire Chief David St. Clair, there were 347 calls requiring a medical helicopter in the Danville area last year - nearly one every day. Currently, patients who need to be flown to higher levels of care must wait for helicopters to arrive from hospitals located farther away. Officials say basing an air ambulance in Danville will allow crews to respond more quickly to emergencies and transport patients to specialized hospitals faster. "Any type of emergency that could not be accommodated here locally - it could be a wide range of medical issues that would be supported by the air ambulance operation," Danville Director of Transportation Marc Adelman said. "We anticipate transporting patients to hospitals within about an hour." The project also includes construction of a modular operations building and three housing units near the airport, where paramedics and nurses will stay while they are on call. Adelman said the project will not require local taxpayer funding. "The modular building that's being constructed by Air Methods - there's no local funding that will apply to the project," Adelman said. City officials have not announced when the air ambulance service will begin operating. ABC 13 will provide updates once an official launch date is announced. SPONSORED CONTENT MORE TO EXPLORE
Air Methods, Emory Healthcare announce rebrand of AirLife 5 to Emory Flight. Share On... by Air Methods posted July 29, 2026 Branded H145 helicopter returns Emory Flight name to Georgia KENNESSAW, GA - July 29, 2026- Air Methods, the nation's leading air medical service provider, announced that AirLife Georgia 5, based in Kennesaw, has been rebranded as Emory Flight 1 - as the base received a new H145 helicopter to allow for expanded in-flight critical care transport. "This collaboration joins a national leader in air medicine with a national healthcare leader in ground medicine," says Air Methods Regional Sales Director Zach Nicholson. "Having two organizations that continue to push themselves to enhance treatment options will ensure that our shared patients receive the best possible care from industry-leading clinicians, regardless of where they are located in Georgia or surrounding states." The Kennesaw base is staffed by Air Methods' highly trained pilots, clinicians, and mechanics. The new aircraft will be large enough to transport Emory Healthcare specialty teams throughout the region, as well as carry specialized medical equipment, including baby pods for infant transports and large equipment to support complex cardiac patient transports. Crews will also carry blood products for in-flight administration of patients experiencing severe blood loss and at risk for hemorrhagic shock. "The addition of Emory Flight 1 represents an important investment in how we connect patients to the specialized care they need throughout the region," says Heather Brooks, RN, BSN, senior vice president of the Emory Healthcare Capacity Command Center. "As Emory Healthcare continues to expand access to advanced services across Georgia, this aircraft strengthens our ability to rapidly transport critically ill patients, deploy specialty care teams and support time-sensitive interventions. Through our collaboration with Air Methods, we are enhancing our capacity to deliver the highest level of care while improving access for the communities we serve." The aircraft will also act as an extension of Emory Healthcare's industry-leading Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) program, the most advanced form of life support for individuals with heart or lung failure. Air Methods clinicians are trained to care for patients needing ECMO treatment and will work with Emory Healthcare's ECMO team to expand that coverage beyond traditional healthcare settings. The collaboration returns the Emory Flight brand to the community after Air Methods and Emory Healthcare previously operated co-branded bases in Griffin, Jefferson, and Cartersville. In addition to the Emory Flight base in Kennesaw, Air Methods will continue to operate AirLife Georgia bases in Griffin, Cornelia, Jasper, Newnan, Covington, and Blairsville. Air Methods also has Lifestar-branded bases in Springfield and Hinesville. AirLife Georgia's commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by its Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) accreditation - the highest standards in safety, clinical practice, quality assurance, and training in the industry. The program is equipped to provide ICU-level care in flight, including the ability to administer blood either in the air or at the scene of an accident. In addition to providing high-quality critical care, AirLife Georgia is in-network with most major insurance providers. Its patient advocacy program also works directly with patients and families, regardless of insurance status, to ensure access to care remains affordable and stress-free. Prepaid memberships are not required.
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines LifeFlight enhances emergency air medical service with upgraded helicopters. Share On... by Air Methods posted July 27, 2026 Three airframes coming to the region will allow faster access to critical care DES MOINES, IA - July 27, 2026 - Patients needing emergency air medical transport across central and western Iowa will soon receive critical care faster than ever thanks to three upgraded Bell 429 helicopters coming to UnityPoint Health - Des Moines LifeFlight this year. The first arrived in Audubon this week, with the other two arriving in the fourth quarter of the year to serve the areas surrounding Ft. Dodge and Des Moines. For over 45 years, LifeFlight has partnered with Air Methods, the nation's leading air medical service provider, which is in the midst of a multi-year initiative to upgrade its fleet. "The Bell 429 is a critical asset for our operation across Iowa," said Air Methods Area Manager Mikele Wissing. "These aircraft fly faster with a cruising speed of up to 170 mph, which minimizes our time to the scene of accidents or medical emergencies, as well as the time to transport patients from one medical facility to another for specialized care." In addition to its speed, the B429 offers a cabin configuration that gives flight nurses and paramedics more maneuverability and better patient access for advanced airway management and other lifesaving interventions in flight. It also has an improved heating and cooling system for greater patient comfort. "These upgraded aircraft enhance patient care by pairing advanced medical capabilities with reliability to ensure every patient transport is completed safely, quickly, and without compromise," said LifeFlight Manager Chad Nelson. "These advancements will help support our mission statement for years to come." Equipped as flying ICUs, all LifeFlight aircraft carry the medical equipment and medications the clinical teams need to provide lifesaving care for trauma, cardiac, stroke, pediatric, neonatal, high-risk obstetrics, and other critical patients. They also carry blood that can be administered in-flight for patients suffering from severe blood loss. "We are excited for a new chapter as we transition into this airframe," said Air Methods Senior Account Executive Blair Phipps. "Not only is the B429 a highly trusted helicopter, but the upgraded model has the latest in avionics, including an advanced autopilot system, that takes safety in air medical operations to an even higher level. This aircraft highlights our continued commitment to serving the people of Iowa with excellence." Air Methods is dedicated to serving communities across Iowa and beyond. The company is in-network with most health insurance providers, and the Air Methods patient advocacy program works with all patients, regardless of insurance status, to help ensure the affordability of air medical services. Patients do not need a membership to be transported by any air medical company.
Native Air has added a Pilatus PC-12 fixed-wing air ambulance to its Las Cruces, New Mexico base, which began service on 22 July. The aircraft, operated by Air Methods, has a range exceeding 1,500 miles and will transport patients across New Mexico, Arizona, and western Texas. The PC-12 complements Native Air's existing helicopter fleet, enabling crews to handle longer-distance transports and adverse weather conditions. The base is co-located with Native Air's helicopter operation at Las Cruces International Airport. Crews carry advanced medical technology including whole blood for immediate transfusion. Native Air operates bases across seven New Mexico cities as part of Air Methods' network. The programme is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems.
Hoops family children's hospital. HealthNet Aeromedical Services, Marshall Health Network unveil new H135 helicopter to enhance critical care transport in the tri-state region. Tuesday, june 16, 2026. HealthNet celebrates 40 years of service. HealthNet Aeromedical Services, in partnership with Marshall Health Network and Air Methods Corporation, celebrated its 40th anniversary and dedicated a new state-of-the-art medical helicopter during a special ceremony at Huntington Tri-State Airport. The organization will serve the Southern West Virginia hospital region from its Base 3 location at Marshall Health Network's Cabell Huntington Hospital with the new Airbus H135 helicopter, significantly upgrading the area's air medical transport capabilities. The brand-new aircraft replaces the current Huntington-based aircraft, which has left the system's fleet. Known for its speed, safety and versatility, the Airbus H135 is a modern workhorse of the air medical industry. The H135's advanced features include: * Helionix(R) Avionics Suite: This advanced system reduces pilot workload, enhances situational awareness, and improves flight safety with a user-friendly interface. A key benefit of the Helionix(R) management technology system is the ability to hover the aircraft at a specific point with zero control input from the pilot, which is especially critical across the mountainous terrain found in the Central Appalachian region. * Single-Pilot Instrument Flight Rules (IFR): This capability allows the aircraft to operate in a wider range of weather conditions, increasing HealthNet Aeromedical Services' reliability and mission flexibility. This is a first for the Huntington base. * Enhanced Safety Features: The H135's design and technology are engineered to further protect both the flight crew and patients. "For 40 years, HealthNet Aeromedical Services has been proud to serve this region with essential critical care transport, and this upgraded aircraft reflects our continued commitment to that legacy," said HealthNet Aeromedical Services president and CEO Clinton Burley. "We are grateful to the greater Huntington community for its decades-long support and our lasting partnership with Marshall Health Network to deliver premier air medical transport care to the individuals and families we serve." The aircraft's medical interior is custom designed for the unique demands of the organization's service area. The layout ensures clinicians have the necessary tools and workspace to provide exceptional critical care in the air. "This new aircraft is more than a transportation resource - it is an investment in faster access to lifesaving care," said Scott Raynes, president and CEO of Marshall Health Network. "Together with HealthNet, we are helping connect patients across our region to advanced care when every minute matters. This partnership strengthens access for rural communities and demonstrates what is possible when organizations work together to improve health and save lives." Air Methods Corporation, which oversees the organization's aircraft operation, has provided extensive education and hands-on training to the organization's pilots in preparation for the new helicopter's arrival and subsequent in-service status. "At Air Methods, safety and reliability are at the core of everything we do, and this aircraft represents the very best in aviation technology to support those priorities," said Air Methods CEO Rob Hamilton. "By equipping our pilots with advanced training and our crews with the tools they need, we're ensuring patients throughout the Tri-State region beyond have access to the highest level of critical care when it matters most." This is the fifth and final brand-new aircraft the program has incorporated into its fleet in the past eight months. With this addition, the program's entire fleet of ten helicopters is now solely twin-engine, instrument flight capable aircraft, reinforcing its shared commitment to providing unmatched care and safety for patients and team members.