Introduction

Those in the HEMS are certified pilots. These are people who attend to calls in inaccessible areas that regular emergency responders cannot reach, such as mountains, and locations far away from the city. We have advanced equipment ready to be handed out to those who complete their HEMS training within the NHS, therefore it is incredibly important that we take our time and handle the equipment in a careful and considerate manner. When flying a helicopter, you must take extreme care to ensure that you do not pose any danger to the people on the ground and other aircrafts in the surrounding airspace.  When landing you must ensure that you land in the safest place possible for yourself and others such places include: Helipads, Rooftops, Grass Verges, Open Areas/Fields, Beaches and Mountains.

HEMS Ranks

HEMS Mentor

This rank is the highest in HEMS showing dedication to the command team that you are worthy of teaching others your specialised skills and be willing to help others with HEMS when needed and even provide new ideas towards the division. At this rank you are also allowed to fly the LAA Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma.

Specialist Pilot

You have shown dedication to the division and have shown to the command team that you are deserving of the loyal rank of specialist pilot. This can be earnt by consistent activity in HEMS and striving to present the best possible quality RP when going to calls. This is a position that you must apply for and show HEMS command that you have exceptional flying skills by completing the "HEMS Specialist Pilot Flight Test" once you have completed this you will earn access to fly the LAA Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma and have more of an input into the running of the division. Thank you for all of your work in HEMS.

Senior Pilot

At this rank, you have shown good activity within HEMS, and impressed the command team with your activity and roleplay. You are now an integral part of the division . At this rank, you should be attending divisional events, and getting involved in more that the division offers, you also get access to the  LAA Eurocopter EC135.

Junior Pilot

This rank allows you to attend calls in high-up places, and calls at far away locations where other NHS wouldn't be able to reach. At this point, you have been able to complete your training and begin developing relationships with other members of divisions. At this rank you get access to the LAA MD902 Explorer

 HEMS Male Uniform

Hat - 281
Mask - 121
Shirt/Jacket - 677  (Index rank dependent)
Arms - 88 (Index: 0)
Undershirt - 0
Legs - 324
Shoes - 25
Accessories - 238
Badges - 235

HEMS Female Uniform

Hat - 278
Mask - 121
Shirt/Jacket - 720 (Index rank dependent)
Arms - 109 (Index: 0)
Undershirt - 2
Legs - 339
Shoes - 25
Accessories - 230
Badges - 240

HEMS Vehicles

Cars

• LAA Volvo XC90 (Junior Pilot)

• LAA Skoda Kodiaq (Senior Pilot)

• LAA Skoda Octavia (Specialist Pilot/HEMS mentor)

Helicopters

• LAA MD902 Explorer (Junior Pilot)

• LAA Eurocopter EC135 (Senior Pilot)

• LAA Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma (Specialist Pilot/Hems Mentor)

Requirements to join HEMS

To join HEMS you must have achieved the rank of Critical Care Paramedic or above. If you haven’t achieved this rank your application will be denied and you will be asked to submit another application when you reach the minimum rank requirement to join HEMS.