Commercial Air Evacuation
Professional medical escort for commercial airlines. Trained doctors & nurses ensure safe travel for patients needing in-flight medical care worldwide.
At Medivac Emergency Ambulance Service, we offer medical evacuation on commercial airlines—a more affordable alternative to private air ambulances. This service is ideal for stable patients who can travel with medical escort support, either seated upright or on a cot stretcher, depending on their condition.
While this option requires a few days of preparation, including airline approval and logistical arrangements, it provides significant cost savings without compromising safety. Our experienced doctors, nurses, or paramedics accompany the patient throughout the journey to ensure continuous care.
For immediate or non-emergency medical assistance, contact us at (+65) 6100 6910
This service is often claimable under travel insurance or accident plans.
Choose Medivac Emergency Ambulance Service for a safe, professional, and cost-effective medical repatriation solution across international borders.
With cashless arrangements available through letters of guarantee (LOGs), Medivac EMS ensures stress-free solutions for patients, families, hospitals, and insurers alike. Our commitment extends beyond Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore—offering reliable, global air ambulance services for safe and efficient medical evacuation worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
A medical escort is a trained doctor or nurse or flight paramedic who accompanies patients on commercial flights, ensuring safe travel and in-flight medical care.
Patients with chronic illnesses, post-surgery recovery, mobility issues, or special medical such as on inflight oxygen needs benefit from medical escort services.
Medical escorts monitor vital signs, administer medications, provide oxygen, and assist with patient comfort throughout the journey.
Yes, all our escorts are licensed healthcare professionals trained to manage medical emergencies during air travel.
Transporting a patient home is often ideal once they are medically stable. However, if specialized care or equipment is unavailable in a country, transferring the patient to a suitable facility for treatment is essential. Air transport differs from land transport because of pressure changes, so patients with medical conditions like stroke must be stabilized before flying.Â
Ensuring patient safety during transport is critical for recovery.
Depending on the requirements of the patient, a medical team can arrive within 48 hours or after obtaining VISA approval, whichever is expedient. It is important to note that the arrangement for a stretcher flight may take up to 14 working days.
For clients with insurance, your insurance provider should have issued us a Letter of Guarantee prior to your flight.Â
However, if you choose to self-fund the repatriation to avoid delays, you will need to make the payment yourself and then file a claim with your insurance later. We are happy to assist you with the necessary documentation.