Helicopter will be onsite for racers and crew members needing emergency air transport

Talladega, AL, Apr. 21, 2025 – Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical services provider, will once again stand ready to deliver lifesaving care at Talladega Superspeedway’s 2025 Jack Link’s 500, taking place on April 27. Air Methods’ Life Saver program, which has supported the race with emergency air medical services for over 20 years, will have a dedicated aircraft available during all events, ready to deliver the highest level of emergency care.

“Between the speed of the race and the excitement of the crowds, the ability to provide a fast, safe, and clinically exceptional medical response is critical,” said Brandon Ryan, vice president of business development with Air Methods. “We are committed to providing the highest level of emergency care at a moment’s notice.”

The highly skilled Life Saver flight team is equipped with critical care capabilities, essential and lifesaving medical devices, and the medications needed to manage trauma while in flight to a hospital. They also carry blood that can be administered in flight, provide advanced airway intervention, and can perform the pre-hospital procedures needed to give patients the best chance at a positive recovery.

“Air medical transport is an important piece in the continuum of care for critical patients in the setting of a major sporting event,” said Dr. Will Ferguson, medical director for Air Methods’ Alabama programs. “This resource augments existing ground resources by way of their experience and scope of practice, in addition to providing rapid transport to definitive care.”

To ensure a seamless coordination of care, the Life Saver flight nurses and paramedics work closely with the UAB medical staff operating the infield care center at the Superspeedway. The Life Saver team also participates in daily safety meetings with race operators. These collaborative efforts allow everyone to function as a well-oiled machine, should an emergency arise.

“We look forward to once again providing the very best care to the participants at Talladega Superspeedway,” said Ryan. “Racers and crew members can enjoy the event knowing they are in good hands with Life Saver.”