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stretcher flight

Stretcher Flight — Lying Patient Transport by Air

When the patient must travel lying down: stretcher flights on a private air ambulance, or on selected scheduled airlines that approve stretcher fits.

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No medical advice is provided online. Each case is reviewed individually by qualified medical partners and is subject to medical and operational feasibility.

What it is

About stretcher flight

A stretcher flight transports a patient horizontally. On a private air ambulance this is the standard cabin layout. On commercial flights, a stretcher is installed across a row of seats with airline approval.

Who it's for

Typical patients & clients

  • +Patients who cannot sit upright for the duration of the flight
  • +Post-operative cases with mobility restrictions
  • +Long-haul repatriations where lying flat improves safety
Aircraft

Equipment matched to mission

  • Private air ambulance — stretcher as standard
  • Commercial airline stretcher fit (carrier-dependent)
Medical crew

Clinicians on board

  • Doctor + nurse on private air ambulance
  • Single escort on commercial stretcher fit
Typical use cases
  1. +Spinal-injury patient flying home
  2. +Multi-trauma case after orthopaedic stabilisation
  3. +Severe deconditioning with prolonged hospitalisation
Cost factors
  1. +Private air ambulance vs commercial stretcher
  2. +Number of seats blocked on commercial
  3. +Airline approvals and slot timing
How booking works
  1. 01Send the latest medical report
  2. 02We confirm whether commercial stretcher fit is realistic or private is required
  3. 03We quote both options and run the chosen one bed-to-bed
Air ambulance cost guide

Indicative cost bands and an interactive calculator for stretcher flight — aircraft category, routing, crew and equipment.

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FAQ

Common questions

Are commercial stretcher flights always cheaper than private?+

Often, but not always — blocking up to nine seats and paying medical-clearance fees can narrow the gap, especially on premium routes. We compare both and quote.

How is the patient boarded?+

Pre-boarding via a dedicated medical lift, before other passengers, with a curtain screen for privacy.

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