Redstar Aviation Country Highlight: Lebanon

Did you know that Redstar Aviation is one of the few providers capable of flying into Lebanon? At Redstar Aviation, we specialize in delivering life-saving air ambulance operations to destinations where precision, expertise, and commitment are critical. Lebanon, with its unique operational landscape, represents a key focus for Redstar Aviation when it comes to supporting our clients even in the most challenging regions. Let’s take a closer look at how we manage to master the most complex countries and cases:

Operational Airport: Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport

Our operations in Lebanon are centered around Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport, the country’s main aviation hub. Beirut serves as the gateway for efficient patient transfers and critical medical missions, allowing us to deliver exceptional care in urgent situations with our exceptional partner network on the ground.

Daylight Operations for Safety and Efficiency

We operate to Lebanon strictly during daylight hours – from sunrise to sunset – to ensure the highest safety standards and optimize operational efficiency. Aircraft of Choice: Bombardier Challenger 605 For missions to and from Lebanon, we exclusively use our Bombardier Challenger 605 aircraft. This choice ensures quick turnaround times and minimizes ground duration, enabling us to execute missions seamlessly and effectively. Thankfully, Redstar’s extensive fleet ensures availability and a swift response time for even the most urgent cases.

Aircraft-Side Patient Transfers

Our operations prioritize patient and staff safety, especially in challenging regions such as Lebanon. Thus, Redstar performs all patient pick-ups and drop-offs directly on the tarmac, ensuring seamless and expedited transfers to meet critical time constraints.

Streamlined Insurance and Permit Processes To facilitate smooth operations in Lebanon, we have specialized and streamlined procedures in place:

• Insurance Application:

It is mandatory to apply for insurance before flight operations begin. Flight details are shared with the insurance company, and operations commence only after insurance approval, which typically takes 1 business day.

Permit Applications:

Flight permits are simultaneously submitted to the Lebanese Civil Aviation Authorities during the insurance process to avoid delays.

Hazard Identification Risk Assessment: Safety First

Prior to every mission, Redstar Aviation performs a hazard identification risk assessment in collaboration with the insurance company. This thorough assessment evaluates key operational factors, such as:

• Airspace Security:

Ensuring safe navigation in the region.

• Airport Security Control:

Verifying all safety protocols at Beirut Airport.

• Fuel and Handling Services:

Ensuring availability to support our operations seamlessly. At Redstar Aviation, we continue to navigate Lebanon’s operational complexities with unparalleled expertise as one of very few providers able to do so. Whether for emergency medical transfers or highly sensitive missions, we are ready to deliver aero-medical care and expertise where it’s needed the most, swiftly and reliably.

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