Maldivian Adds Seaplane to Air Ambulance Operations

Maldivian, the national carrier, has added a retrofitted DHC-6 Twin Otter seaplane to its air ambulance operations, launched on 1 March with a Dash 8 aircraft. This expansion is part of President Mohamed Muizzu's commitment to improve emergency medical evacuation in the Maldives. The seaplane, equipped with life-support equipment, will operate between Hanimaadhoo in Haa Dhaalu Atoll and Huvadhu Atoll. Deputy Managing Director Ali Saleem stated it is crucial for transferring critical care patients from outer islands. The Dash 8 will also transport patients to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Since March 1, the air ambulance has completed over 25 flights, transporting an average of 2-3 critical care patients daily to Malé.

Maldivian, the national carrier, has added a retrofitted DHC-6 Twin Otter seaplane to its air ambulance operations, launched on 1 March with a Dash 8 aircraft. This expansion is part of President Mohamed Muizzu's commitment to improve emergency medical evacuation in the Maldives. The seaplane, equipped with life-support equipment, will operate between Hanimaadhoo in Haa Dhaalu Atoll and Huvadhu Atoll. Deputy Managing Director Ali Saleem stated it is crucial for transferring critical care patients from outer islands. The Dash 8 will also transport patients to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Since March 1, the air ambulance has completed over 25 flights, transporting an average of 2-3 critical care patients daily to Malé.

Maldivian, the national carrier, has added a retrofitted DHC-6 Twin Otter seaplane to its air ambulance operations, launched on 1 March with a Dash 8 aircraft. This expansion is part of President Mohamed Muizzu's commitment to improve emergency medical evacuation in the Maldives. The seaplane, equipped with life-support equipment, will operate between Hanimaadhoo in Haa Dhaalu Atoll and Huvadhu Atoll. Deputy Managing Director Ali Saleem stated it is crucial for transferring critical care patients from outer islands. The Dash 8 will also transport patients to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Since March 1, the air ambulance has completed over 25 flights, transporting an average of 2-3 critical care patients daily to Malé.

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