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UNC Carolina Air Care is a CAMTS accredited critical care, emergency air and ground transport agency Our ground services are based at various locations.
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UNC Carolina Air Care is proud to provide Critical Care Transport for the citizens of North Carolina and surrounding areas. To fulfill this mission we operate four helicopters, an airplane, and a fleet of ground ambulances. Our rotor wing bases are located at Chatham Hospital in Siler City, Aberdeen Fire Station #2 in Aberdeen, Wayne Executive Jetport in Goldsboro, and Nash General Hospital in Roc

ky Mount. The fixed wing aircraft operation is housed at the Raleigh-Durham International Airport. To serve the unique needs of our smallest patients, UNC Carolina Air Care has a dedicated Pediatric-Neonatal Specialty Care Team which is based out of UNC Hillsborough. Our rotor wing aircraft are owned and operated by Air Methods Inc., an FAA certified air carrier (certificate )

08/09/2026

Our hearts are with our friends and colleagues at Nash County EMS following the heartbreaking loss of Director Dale Griffin.

Dale dedicated himself to serving his community and leading the men and women of Nash County EMS. His loss will be felt deeply by the EMS community and the many people whose lives were touched by his service.

To the Griffin family and the entire Nash County EMS team, please know that you are in our thoughts and hearts during this incredibly difficult time. From all of us at Carolina Air Care, we extend our deepest condolences.

08/06/2026

Tiny patients. Extraordinary expertise.

When our neonatal team responds, they bring far more than an isolette.

Every transport requires a mobile intensive care unit designed for our smallest and most vulnerable patients. From ventilators and specialized monitors to infusion pumps, medications, warming equipment, and emergency supplies, every piece of equipment has a purpose, and every team member knows how to use it when seconds matter.

Caring for critically ill and premature newborns is unlike any other area of medicine. These patients require meticulous attention to even the smallest details, with medication doses measured in fractions of a milliliter, ventilator settings tailored to tiny lungs, and constant monitoring to maintain temperature, oxygenation, and circulation during transport.

Behind every neonatal transport is a highly trained team of nurses and respiratory therapists who combine advanced critical care knowledge with calm, compassionate care. Their expertise allows them to safely bring the NICU to the bedside, ensuring babies receive the highest level of care from the moment they leave the referring hospital until they arrive at their destination.

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08/03/2026

When people think of Carolina Air Care, they often picture our helicopters soaring overhead. But some of the most critical transports happen on the ground.

Our Critical Care Ground Transport team delivers the same expert, ICU-level care that our patients receive in the air. Whether the journey is by helicopter or ambulance, our mission never changes.

What makes our program unique is that many of our nurses, respiratory therapists, and paramedics serve on both our air and ground teams. The mode of transportation may change, but the expertise, teamwork, and commitment to our patients remain exactly the same.

Excellence isn't defined by the vehicle; it's defined by the people inside it.

One team. One mission. Exceptional care, wherever the journey begins.

📸 Andy Mills

07/28/2026

Thank you for the teamwork and great photos Cape Fear Rural Fire Department

07/25/2026

We love teaming up with AirLife NC - Lumberton. We're honored to serve the community alongside you.

07/23/2026

We do work hard, but sometimes it’s important to pause, take a breath, and enjoy the view.

Tarheel 2 had the chance to do just that this week, taking a few moments between calls to watch the sunset and appreciate the incredible views that come with the job.

Every day brings something different for our crews, and while we’re always ready to respond when the call comes in, we’re grateful for those quiet moments in between.

What’s the best view you’ve had from the job? Tell us in the comments!

📷 Scott Skaug

07/21/2026

We had a blast hosting the Junior Volunteers from UNC!

This incredible group had the opportunity to tour our ambulances and aircraft while learning more about careers in EMS and critical care transport.

We love connecting with the next generation of healthcare professionals and giving them a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to care for patients when every second counts. Who knows? We may have met some future members of the Carolina Air Care family!

Thank you for spending the day with us, we hope you had as much fun as we did!

📸 Dakota Oats

07/17/2026

Today marks a milestone that reflects four decades of dedication, teamwork, and trust.

For 40 years, Carolina Air Care has had the profound privilege of serving the people of North Carolina, responding in moments when seconds matter most and bringing critical care to patients and families across the state. In that time, we have impacted thousands of lives, each one representing a story of resilience, urgency, and hope.

This anniversary is not just about our program, it is about the communities, patients, and partners who have made this work possible. We are deeply grateful for the trust placed in us, for the support of our referring facilities, EMS partners, and the communities we serve, and for the continued collaboration with UNC Medical Center.

We would not be here today without that support. Every mission flown, every patient cared for, and every outcome improved is a reflection of a shared commitment to providing exceptional critical care when it is needed most.

Thank you, North Carolina, for 40 years of trust.

07/13/2026

Monday mornings bring a fresh start, new opportunities, and a renewed commitment to the communities we are privileged to serve. As the sun rises over North Carolina, we're reminded that every new week holds the potential to make a difference in someone's life. Whether it's a critical call in the middle of the day or the quiet hours before dawn, our crews stand ready to answer when they're needed most.

To the patients, families, first responders, healthcare partners, and communities who trust us, thank you. It is an honor to serve alongside you, and we never take that responsibility for granted. Here's to a safe, healthy, and hopeful week ahead. Wherever this week takes you, know that UNC Carolina Air Care is ready when every moment counts.
📸Andy Mills

07/10/2026

Storms may be rolling in, but being prepared is part of what we do every day. Whether the skies are clear or filled with dark clouds, our crews are ready to answer the call when our communities need us most. We have trucks available to move when the weather stands in our way.

That said... we wouldn't mind if someone packed an umbrella for the us.

Stay safe out there!

Address

101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC
27514

Telephone

+18668326862

Website

http://unchealth.org/carolinaaircare

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