Becoming a flight medic?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 09:49:27 -0400

I'm sure the question has been asked before, if so, could someone point me in the direction of that thread.

Anyway I'm seriously interested in going flight medic. Been one of the main things I've wanted in my military career.

Anyone have any tips or suggestions on how to go about getting myself in a position to do so? I've heard so many things about how to become one but never any solid directive.

Any insight would be appreciated.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2015 9:54 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 09:54:24 -0400

I sent you a contact request. I'd be more than willing to help you do this. I've been a flight medic for 3 years now, and it so happens that the unit that is standing up there at Fort Benning where you're located, is lead by my former PSG here at Bliss and one of the best NCO's I've ever worked with. Accept my contact request and send me a message and I'll get you pointed in the right direction. Congratulations on your decision to take the next step as a medic!

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2015 9:59 AM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 09:59:51 -0400

Below is the link to the flight medic course.

http://www.cs.amedd.army.mil/Portlet.aspx?ID=73b51009-38ce-4f01-9700-3a8d7d1589fe

Response by SGT Ben Keen made Oct 5 at 2015 10:07 AM

SGT Ben Keen — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 10:07:11 -0400

Here's a thread that might help...

https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/what-is-the-selection-process-like-for-flight-medic-training

What is the selection process like for Flight Medic training? | RallyPoint

Good evening, all. I am looking to find out if anyone here has recently went to Flight Medic training. I am looking at applying for the F2 program. I realize I would have to attend F3 training at Rucker prior to going. As I am preparing my packet, I am wondering, about how long it took everyone to hear back as to whether or not they got picked up for it, and how much time was between the acceptance and the time that they reported. Any and all...

Response by 1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2015 10:20 AM

1stSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 10:20:41 -0400

All I can say is "Thank You" in advance

Response by CSM Michael Chavaree made Oct 5 at 2015 11:57 AM

CSM Michael Chavaree — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 11:57:20 -0400

I am the Senior Medic for the ARTB that has the flight MEDEVAC company standing up that was previously mentioned, email me at [login to see] , Lets make this happen

Response by SSG Carlos Madden made Oct 5 at 2015 2:25 PM

SSG Carlos Madden — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 14:25:53 -0400

Looks like you got some great contact info here. Please let us know how it turns out!

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 6 at 2015 5:20 AM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 05:20:13 -0400

I'm not sure why the second part of my message didn't post...

Make sure you have:
Current EMT.
CPR.
Get a class III flight physical. (if you need a waiver, get it first before you submit your packet).
Be able to pass an APFT and tape test if required (you will take one in school).
Complete a 4187 signed by your BDE or REGT commander.
Send it all to the special assignments branch manager.
Make sure you dialog with him to get into the paramedic program with the flight medic course.

Response by SGT Victoria Belbusti made Oct 14 at 2015 12:58 PM

SGT Victoria Belbusti — Wed, 14 Oct 2015 12:58:30 -0400

I can email you the packet. I got it from branch.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 17 at 2015 10:26 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 10:26:50 -0500

Been working on this for awhile now. Branch told me the best way to get into the school right now is to get with your retention NCO and reenlist for it. Retention has the most slots at the moment, and there's a bonus as well. Just waiting on my Flight Physical to clear myself.

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 5 at 2016 10:18 AM

CPL Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 05 Jul 2016 10:18:37 -0400

I am very interested as well. I was a civilian Paramedic (still have my national cert) for 5 years and will graduate AIT here at Ft Sam as a 68W in a couple days. I wanted to fly civilian side but never had the opportunity. I feel my knowledge base and skill set could better be utilized there. My orders are to 2/1 AR at Bliss. What steps do i need to take to get on a helicopter? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 3 at 2017 11:54 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:54:44 -0400

Sorry to bring up an old thread, I'm currently in the reserve but wanted to pursue a career in active duty as a flight medic. Reading an earlier comment, sounds like the best way to approach this to meet up with the retention NCO, recruiter and get a contract for flight medic. Can anyone confirm or deny this? What are some of the physical requirements for flight school and does flight medicine differ greatly from normal paramedicine? Thank you ahead of time.