Month: January 2026

Geisinger Life Flight placing H135 into service

Posted on by rwbuck

Geisinger Medical Center | January 6, 2026 | Danville, PA


Big News from Geisinger Life Flight! 

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming delivery of our brand‑new Airbus H135 helicopter — the latest addition to our fleet and a major step forward in advancing critical care transport across our region.

 

The H135 is one of the most trusted air medical platforms in the world, and for good reason. It brings an exceptional blend of performance, safety, and technology, including:

State‑of‑the‑art computerized cockpit powered by Airbus’ Helionix® avionics suite, designed to reduce pilot workload and enhance situational awareness.

 
Advanced 4‑axis autopilot providing outstanding stability, in‑flight envelope protection, and unmatched safety levels — especially essential for HEMS operations.

Fully customized medical interior configured for rapid patient loading, treatment access, and life‑saving care while in flight — optimized specifically for helicopter emergency medical services.

Onboard liquid oxygen system, increasing our clinical capability and readiness for high‑acuity missions.
Impressive performance, including maximum speeds over 160 mph and excellent hover and hot‑and‑high capability, allowing us to reach patients faster and operate in more challenging environments.

Quiet, compact, and reliable, making it ideal for operations in and around busy communities. [airbus.com]

This aircraft reinforces our commitment to providing the safest, most advanced care when every minute counts. We can’t wait to put it to work for the communities we serve.

Stay tuned for photos, behind‑the‑scenes updates, and delivery day coverage! 

 
Photo and story from Geisinger Life Flight social media release.