Air Ambulance Services Market Information by Transport Vehicle (Air and Ground), Aircraft Type (Fixed-Wing and Rotary-Wing), Service Model (Community-Based, Hospital-Based and Hybrid), Mission Profile (Inter-Facility Transport, Scene Response and others) and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Rest of the World) - Forecast to 2030

Air Ambulance Services Market Overview

Air Ambulance Services Market Size Valued at USD 11.40 Billion, market Grow at a CAGR Of 9.30% by 2020 -2030

Air Ambulance services is an air evacuation and transportation service that is a facility offered to patients in case of any severe emergencies. The air ambulance can be a helicopter or an airplane that has all the emergent medical facilities and first aid with the relevant tools that can be used to ensure proper convenience and optimum healthcare facility. The air ambulance system includes skilled medical professionals who can provide immediate treatment to the patients until taken to the nearest hospital. The main equipment that is present in the Air Ambulance includes monitoring systems, breathing apparatus, and defibrillators. The benefits of this service eliminate the risk of road traffic and congestion in case of the areas affected by natural disasters, epidemic outbreaks, or wars.

The Air Ambulance market manufacturers are investing in advanced technologies so the turnaround time and cost can be improved. The main prospect is to develop an air ambulance that is fabricated with functional electronics into complex structures using 3D printing that operate effectively in adverse weather conditions like a tsunami, droughts, and stormy weather.

COVID-19 Analysis: 

During the outbreak of the COVID-19 various industries were affected so severely. In the global pandemic and the entire globe was stuck in lockdown, at that time there was surging demand for helicopter emergency for the medical services from the hospital, health insurances increased the demand of the facility.

Governments were concerned and they decided that social isolation was the best way to deal with and try to contain this novel virus. They imposed mandatory quarantines and lockdowns. The result was devastating for most industries and businesses around the world. They were forced to close down. The investment in the healthcare domain has grown during the Covid-19 situation, so likely the usage and demand for the Air Ambulance Services have been increased for the emergency medical services.

The situation was worse and the air ambulance was a safer option to protect the patients, families and the crew members were safer and the spread of the coronavirus was minimized.The pandemic witnessed a huge demand for air ambulance services, owing to the need for speedy medical care. For instance, the Indian Navy transformed its all-weather helicopter into an air ambulance in May 2021 to transport emergency patients away from bad weather. Medical intensive care unit (MICU) with multipara monitoring, two sets of defibrillators, ventilator, oxygen support, and infusion and syringe pumps was installed by the navy.

Market Dynamics: 

The global air ambulance services market is growing at a significant rate with the increasing per capita healthcare expenditure and rise in the number of advanced hospitals and ER visits. The global air ambulance services market is projected to account for USD 9.50 Billion by 2027, registering a CAGR of 9.98% during the forecast period of 2020 to 2027. In 2018, the market was dominated by North America followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific, respectively.

Market Dynamics

Governments across the globe are also investing heavily towards the air ambulance sector. For instance, Odisha (India) Chief Minister unveiled an air health services program, marking a great development in the field of healthcare services. As a result, it was one of the first states to offer air ambulance services to the impoverished in the interior's rural districts. Better healthcare services would be made available to residents of four districts with a high tribal population, including at no cost to them. Phased expansion of the program will include other state districts.

Drivers 

The increased incidences of various chronic diseases expected a severe demand for the Air Ambulance Services. The rapid technological advancements in the Air Ambulance Services have driven the Air Ambulance Services Market.

Restraints 

The stringent rules and regulations by the governments have become a strain for the medical services. Every manufacturer and producer has to follow the guidelines and the permissions from the governing agencies.

Segment Overview: 

The Global Air Ambulance Services Market is segmented based on Vehicle Type, Service Type, Application, and Region.

Based on the service type, it is divided into hospital services, community services, and Government and independent services. In the forecast period, the independent segment is anticipated to share the highest market shares by increasing the partnerships between private players and community health organizations.

By Aircraft Type

The Helicopter Company (THC) and Leonardo and Airbus signed a contract in March 2022 for the procurement of 43 helicopters. The Saudi Air Ambulance, which offers air ambulance service in Saudi Arabia, will be established using these helicopters.

By Transport Type

Spectrum Aeromed, a leading provider of air ambulances, unveiled a new line of air medical products in October 2021. A freshly created stretcher bridge is a feature of the new Infinity 5000X that enables unhindered access for emergency patients as well as while moving patients onto and off of stretchers. On the base device, which also has three separate universal power outlets and two USB connections, are the system's gauges and controls.

The hospital-based segment is the fastest-growing growing sector in the forecast period.

For Example:

By Vehicle Type

• Rotary Wing


• Aircraft/Airplanes


• Fixed Wing


• Helicopters


• Seaplanes


• Others

By Service Type

• Hospital Services


• Community Services


• Government Services


• Independent Services


• Others

By Application

• Medical Care


• Transport


• Others

By Region North America

• The U.S.


• Canada


• Mexico

Europe

• Germany


• UK


• France


• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China


• Japan


• India

Rest of Asia Pacific

The Middle East and Africa

• Latin America

Regional Analysis: 

As per the regional analysis, North America dominates the entire Air Ambulance Services Market. In 2018, the market is valued at $6.298 million and will keep on growing during the forecast period. Afterward, Europe is the second-largest market as per the review period. In North America, it is expected to register a CAGR of 2.08% during the forecast period. The major factors are favorable medical policies.

 The Europe region is continuing to lead the Air Ambulance Services Market Research is capturing the maximum health care sector. With the flourishing demands for users and increased awareness for health, precautionary measures are taken very seriously also, the other regions are contributing to the overall growth. Countries like India are also major contributors to the market revenues. In Canada, the increased number of pedestrian deaths is a reason to propel the overall growth of the air ambulance services market.

APAC: India

Because of their quick and high-quality services that have helped many people by saving their lives, Blueheights Aviation, a reputable aviation company that offers air ambulance services, has received a ton of great feedback from people all over India. Their aircraft are outfitted with all the latest medical technology as well as cozy stretchers to make patients feel at ease and comfortable. In addition to these features, Blueheights Aviation distinguishes itself from other market participants by providing services not only in India but also in many other nations around the globe.

Competitive Landscape: 

The Global Air Ambulance Services Market has a very wide competition in terms of manufacturing, production, price and revenue, and the market share in the forecast period.

Out of the major market players, Air Methods Corporation provided the best emergency air medical treatment and transport services through the Air Ambulance Services Market in the urban and rural areas. This corporation has made a sustainable market position in the global market by investing high amounts in integrating high safety programs.

For the new entrants, the market competition has raised the standards in terms of quality and price of the services. Some of the major key players of the Global Air Ambulance Services Market are mentioned below:  

• Air Methods Corporation


• Air Medical Group Holdings


• PHI


• Metro Aviation


• Rega


• DRF


• ADAC Service GmbH


• Royal Flying Doctor Service


• REVA Air Ambulance


• AMR


• FAI


• Capital Air Ambulance


• Native American Air Ambulance


• Lifeguard Ambulance


• MED FLIGHT


• Scandinavian Air Ambulance


• Airmed International


• Yorkshire Air Ambulance


• JAIC


• Deer Jet

Recent Developments: 

With the increased medical emergencies and the unstoppable covid-19 situations. The Air Ambulance Services Market has developed several innovations.

• For instance, In May 2018, the British Columbia ambulance service has enhanced the technologies and invested a major amount so as emergency services can be provided in low-light conditions. In May 2020, Autonomous Aerial Vehicle (AAV) manufacturer Enhang successfully transferred the first aid, medical supplies, and the staff in a two-seated passenger drone. Now, the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and Enhang have collaborated to introduce an Air Ambulance that will efficiently take care of healthcare and medical emergencies.

• For instance, In April 2020, the government issued a notification that without government permission no medical evacuation flight will be permitted.

• For instance, In July 2020, the Government of Jersey and the Government of Guernsey got an award from GAMA Aviation to sign a 5-year contract to provide air ambulance services between Channel Island and UK Mainland.

• For instance, In September 2020, India’s first-ever integrated air ambulance was launched by International Critical Air Transfer (ICATT) and Kyathi where the ambulance is equipped with an isolation pod and has enabled safe transport for critical patients.

• For instance, In October 2020, a subsidiary of Air Methods Corporation, Lifesaver announced a new serving base in Alabama that provided the best air medical emergency services.

Report Overview: 

The Air Ambulance Services Market provided a complete analysis of the market growth in the forecast period. The segments have been described and the market trends and factors responsible for the market growth have been discussed. The market dynamics involve the restraining factors and the driving reason of the global market.

The qualitative and quantitative analysis has shown the industry growth in terms of development and product durability. The key opinions for the leading market players have been discussed. The report has given a clear picture of the market scenarios in terms of value, technological advancements, and governing factors to grow the market. The collaborations and growth strategies have also been elaborated. With the increased Covid-19 situation the Air Ambulance Services Market is expected to propel the global market at a larger scale.