CINCINNATI —

Cincinnati Children’s will begin using a dedicated helicopter to provide lifesaving transportation to children early next year.

Beginning in February 2026, Cincinnati Children’s will partner with Air Methods to get the helicopter, which will be branded with Cincinnati Children’s logo and colors. Advertisement

“Having a dedicated helicopter service will help us expedite the safe transfer of hundreds of neonatal and pediatric patients from outlying areas,” said Rich Falcone, MD, a pediatric surgeon who serves as the health system’s chief of staff. “The time it takes to transport kids from distant parts of Ohio or nearby states will be cut in half or more with this new service, and specialized care will begin as soon as our team arrives.”

The helicopter includes night-vision

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