Survival Flight 5

06/07/2026

06/03/2026

If you want to provide patients rapid access to critical care in a great environment with the best equipment, training, and support, we want to talk with you! Survival Flight is seeking full-time Registered Nurses for our air medical operation based in Jerseyville, Illinois. Survival Flight is one o...

05/07/2026

Survival Flight 5 and Survival Flight EMS had the opportunity to participate in Big Truck Day at Glazebrook Park in Godfrey, IL.

This event was a great example of how our ground and air teams work hand-in-hand to serve our communities not just in emergencies, but through education and outreach. We enjoyed engaging with families, answering questions, and sharing more about the care we provide every day.

We were proud to be alongside Godfrey Fire Protection District, and St. Louis Children's Hospital- Kid Flight, all working together to make this a meaningful and fun experience for the community.

Thank you to everyone who came out to see us!

04/23/2026

The JCHS Healthcare Occupations class made a visit to Survival Flight at Jersey Community Hospital. They got to hear from Ryan (Paramedic), Kendra (Nurse), and Bill (the Pilot) about their experiences.

04/22/2026

Job Description: Survival Flight is accepting resumes for a full-time Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) Pilot position flying a Bell 206 at our base in Jerseyville, Illinois. We are certain that you will find a home amongst our family of aviation professionals, world-class medical providers, and skil.....

03/29/2026

🚁🐾 Cleared for Adoption 🚁🐾

This week’s Cleared for Adoption spotlight from Riverbend Humane Society is Anxious — although after spending some time with her, we’re pretty sure a more fitting name might be “Sweetheart”…

🐶 Meet Anxious

• Age: Approximately 3 years old
• Status: Spayed and ready for adoption
• Personality: Playful, affectionate, and happiest close to her people

Anxious is a loving dog who just wants to feel safe and cared for. Once she warms up, her true personality shines through — loyal, playful, and eager to stick right by your side. Let’s be honest, calling out “Anxious, come here!” at a crowded dog park is guaranteed to turn some heads and might be the perfect icebreaker. But the truth is, she has an inverse relationship with her name and the way she makes people feel. 🐾

In the photo, she’s pictured with Flight Nurse and Base Clinical Manager Austin, enjoying some well-earned attention and proving she’s much more “sweet” than “anxious.”

Riverbend Humane Society is a local non-profit, no-kill shelter currently at capacity and working hard every day to find homes for animals like her.

If you’re looking for a loyal companion, consider stopping by:

📍 Riverbend Humane Society
23402 Crystal Lake Rd
Jerseyville, IL 62052
🕒 Thursday–Sunday | 11 AM – 3 PM
📞 (618) 498-7299

🐾 Tag someone who needs a loyal co-pilot or share this post to help her find her forever landing.

03/09/2026

🚁🐾 Cleared for Adoption🚁🐾

At Survival Flight 5, caring for the community is at the heart of what we do, we also believe service extends beyond the aircraft. We’re proud to continue highlighting adoptable animals that are with our friends at Riverbend Humane Society, in hopes to help them find a safe place to land.

This week’s Cleared for Adoption spotlight from the Riverbend Humane Society is Thor a strong name for a dog who’s been through a lot but still has plenty of love to give.

🐶 Meet Thor

• Breed: Pit Bull Mix

• Age: 3–4 years old

• Status: Will be neutered prior to adoption

• Good With: Older kids and dogs that aren’t overly overbearing

• Background: Thor was found abandoned and dumped before arriving at the shelter

Thor has been at Riverbend Humane Society for about six months, patiently waiting for the right person or family to give him the second chance he deserves.

In the photo, Thor is pictured hanging out with Flight Nurse Kendra and enjoying some attention from the crew.

Riverbend Humane Society is a local non-profit, no-kill shelter currently at capacity, working hard every day to care for dogs and cats while helping them find loving homes.

If you’re interested in meeting Thor or learning more about adoption, visit:

📍 Riverbend Humane Society

23402 Crystal Lake Rd

Jerseyville, IL 62052

🕒 Thursday–Sunday | 11 AM – 3 PM

📞 (618) 498-7299

🐾 Know someone who might be the right home for Thor? Tag them in the comments or share this post to help him find his forever landing.

03/02/2026

Placing a helicopter on standby during a medical emergency is often lifesaving because in critical care, you can't get time back.

Ground or Air Standbys:

⭐️Decrease total transport time

⭐️Allow quicker access to higher level of care

⭐️Reduce secondary transfers

Thank you to Greene County EMS for the seamless coordination from road to sky🌤️

03/01/2026

Survival Flight 5 is currently accepting applications of paramedics interested in joining the team.

Interested? Click the link below to apply and take the next step in your career.

If you want to provide patients with rapid access to critical care in a great environment with the best equipment, training, and support, we want to talk with you! Survival Flight is seeking part-time Flight Paramedics for our air medical operation based in Jerseyville, Illinois. Survival Flight is....

02/24/2026

If you want to provide patients with rapid access to critical care in a great environment with the best equipment, training, and support, we want to talk with you! Survival Flight is seeking part-time Flight Paramedics for our air medical operation based in Jerseyville, Illinois. Survival Flight is....