This morning, members of the Croatian Air Force successfully carried out a complicated emergency medical air transport operation involving a young patient. The operation spanned from Dubrovnik to Divulje and ultimately to Zagreb, utilizing two military helicopters to ensure the swift transport of the patient, a demonstration of the efficiency of the Air Force in emergency healthcare situations.

The operation involved two standby crews: the team from the 395th Transport Helicopter Squadron with the Mi-171Sh helicopter and the crew from the 194th Multi-Purpose Helicopter Squadron flying the Black Hawk UH-60M. The mission commenced at 8:33 AM with the Mi-171Sh departing from the Knez Trpimir barracks in Divulje. After collecting the patient along with a medical team from the General Hospital in Dubrovnik at 9:20 AM, the helicopter continued to Divulje, where it landed at 10:48 AM for the transfer of the patient to the second crew.

The handover took place in Divulje, allowing for continued care of the patient during the subsequent leg of the transport. The Black Hawk UH-60M took off at 11:17 AM, ensuring the timely delivery of the patient to Zagreb. This operation not only highlights the capabilities of the Croatian Air Force in handling medical emergencies but also emphasizes the collaborative efforts of the military and healthcare sectors in Croatia to ensure quick responses for patient care.