Khai Trung Le is Editor of AirMed&Rescue. He is an experienced science writer, having previously been embedded in Cardiff University College of Physical Sciences, Innovate UK research council, and the UK Institute of Material Sciences. His writing can also be found on Star Trek and Vice.

Investigating the proliferation of twin-engine helicopters

Khai Trung Le speaks with Leonardo, RACQ LifeFlight Rescue, and Airbus on the recent proliferation of twin-engine helicopters, supporting the pilot transition, and the continued value of single-engine aircraft

Interview: Kim Germishuys, Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard

Khai Trung Le speaks to Kim Germishuys about her experience transitioning from rescue swimming to hoist operator, and how her rescue background informed her approach to helicopter operations

Association of Air Medical Services sues US government over No Surprises Act rules

The US association has filed a federal lawsuit over regulations claimed to favor insurers during periods of open negotiation

Airbus completes first helicopter flight with 100 per cent sustainable fuel

The flight, conducted with an Airbus H225, represents a significant step in the goal of all Airbus helicopters certified to fly with 100 per cent sustainable fuel by 2030

Spectrum Aeromed partners with Uniflight on AW119 interiors

Installation on multiple AW119Kxi interiors for HEMS flight programs is expected to begin in January 2022

AirMed&Rescue November 2021 issue out now

Issue 121 looks at the influence of automation and virtual reality, how they have transformed the pilot experience, and the pitfalls of disregarding the human element in both

Hiker lost for 24 hours ignored calls from SAR team

Lake County Search and Rescue details how five SAR members were ignored by the hiker as he didn’t recognize the caller number

UK and US extend Airseeker support

The support agreement, worth £970 million, will extend support for the UK’s three Airseeker surveillance aircraft