Welcome back to the Valor Flight Crew Podcast, hosted by ECHO and brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS and Vertical Valor Magazine.

In this episode, we are joined by Mike Bucari and Sam Schaab from Leonardo Helicopters for a forward-looking conversation about the evolution of air medical services and the aircraft that make lifesaving missions possible. Together, we explore how Leonardo is using patient-centered design, automation, and real-time data transfer in shaping the next generation of EMS aviation.

From balancing payload with performance, to the role of virtual reality training and lessons learned from military innovation, this episode dives into the crucial decisions driving the future of public safety aviation in the U.S. and across the globe.

So, strap in—this one is all about adaptability, innovation, and what’s on the horizon for public safety aviation.

Thank you to our sponsors Metro Aviation and Precision Aviation Group.