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The Rega base
In order to reach the casualty as quickly as possible after the alarm has been raised, Rega operates 12 helicopter bases distributed throughout Switzerland.
At each base, a Rega crew and rescue helicopter are standing by, ready to bring medical assistance by air to people in distress around the clock, 365 days a year. A…
…The Rega Magazine Issue 93, 11.2019
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Encounters Professionally maintained The staff in the hangar at the Rega Centre who ensure that the rescue helicopters and ambulance jets are ready for action at all times. 16 Horizons Well organised What it takes to be able to fly patients back home from all corners of the globe in a Rega jet. 22
Planning en…
…The Rega Magazine Issue 92, 05.2019
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Encounters Resuscitation by lay people A dauntless couple and a well-functioning rescue chain give a person the gift of a second life. 8 Horizons Interview with Ueli Maurer The President of the Swiss Confederation talks about solidarity, Swiss values and his own personal experience with Rega. 22
Emergency in…
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In constant contact
Rega’s Helicopter Operations Centre coordinates all the Rega helicopters throughout Switzerland. However, the coordination activities do not simply involve
mobilising the crew members; during missions, too, the flight coordinators continually supply the helicopter crews with information. A look inside the…
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Emergencies abroad
Rega is there for you around the clock not only in Switzerland, but all over the world. If you have a medical problem while you are abroad, give us a call.
In many cases, our medical consultants can help you over the phone. Or we will arrange for you to be flown home in a Rega ambulance jet or on a scheduled…
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The jet crew
Rega comes to the aid of people in distress around the clock not just in Switzerland, but all over the world. Its jet crews are on standby day and night to fly seriously ill or injured
patients back home. A jet crew always comprises at least two pilots, a flight physician and an intensive care nurse. The organisation of…
… used the instrument flight approach of the Emmen military airfield to fly three casualties from ski areas above the high-lying fog down below the fog cover. In order for Rega pilots to be able to fly directly not only to airfields but also to hospitals in poor visibility, instrument approach flight procedures are needed for hospital helipads. Find…
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Are you interested in becoming a Rega patron? Have you always wanted to know what the working day of a Rega crew looks like? Or would you simply like to immerse yourself in the world of Rega and learn more about our organisation? Our Events team would be delighted to provide you with information and answer your questions. Come and visit us at our stand –…
…Guided Tour Information
Would you like to visit the Rega helicopter base in Bern with a group? Below you can find the most important information about our guided tours in Belp.
Programme:
• Presentation about Rega • Viewing of the base with the helicopter hangar • Viewing of the rescue helicopter (if not in operation) • Screening of the Rega film
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