Speaking at a ceremony held at the airport to mark the milestone, Ameen highlighted that while Island Aviation previously provided air ambulance services as capacity allowed, a dedicated air ambulance is now on standby at all times to respond to emergencies.
The air ambulance service has transported around 1,000 patients since its launch a year ago, Transport Minister Mohamed Ameen said yesterday.
Speaking at a ceremony held at the airport to mark the milestone, Ameen highlighted that while Island Aviation previously provided air ambulance services as capacity allowed, a dedicated air ambulance is now on standby at all times to respond to emergencies.
“There are dedicated crews and a dedicated aircraft. In addition, the government has put arrangements in place for emergency operations whenever required,” he said.
Ameen described the service’s ability to respond to emergencies with full capacity as its greatest achievement in its first year.
Health Minister Abdullah Nazim said the air ambulance service, which was launched on 1 March last year, has expanded rapidly and is now fully equipped with essential medical facilities.
“A well-functioning emergency service is crucial for any healthcare system. In a geographically dispersed country like the Maldives, the air ambulance service is especially vital,” he said.
Nazim noted that more than 700 air ambulance trips had been made over the past year and said efforts were underway to further enhance the service, alongside broader improvements to healthcare in the atolls.
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