Managing EMS pilots: between a rock and a hard place.

Challenges What are some of the challenges facing management today? The answer to this question can be different for each flight program. However, one trait most air medical programs have in common is that they are managed by those with medical rather than aviation backgrounds) By learning more about the aviation side of program management, managers can benefit their programs in respect to safety, improved relations between pilot and management, and overall efficiency of the program. This is one challenge all managers face. Another aspect of programs is that most of them have elected to contract for their aviation needs with program operatorsf Usually, an operator will provide equipment, maintenance, and pilots. These diverse arrangements can become confusing for someone without aviation expertise.