
What “repatriation” means with RED
We don’t just book a seat. We take clinical responsibility for the patient from the sending hospital to the receiving one:
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Bed-to-bed transfer: our team collects the patient from the ward or ICU and hands over to the receiving hospital’s team — nothing is left to the family to coordinate.
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The right aircraft for the case: commercial-airline medical escort (stretcher or seated, with medical clearance) for stable patients, or a dedicated air-ambulance jet with a flying ICU for critical cases.
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Doctor + critical-care nurse on board: oxygen, ventilator, monitors, infusion pumps and medication planned to the patient’s condition.
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Full documentation: fit-to-fly assessment, airline medical clearance (MEDIF), visas/permits, and coordination with both hospitals.
Getting your quote
What a repatriation involves depends on the distance, the aircraft and the level of care the patient needs. Rather than a one-size figure, we give you a written, itemised quote — no hidden extras — within 1 hour of understanding the patient’s condition and location. Share the medical summary and we’ll respond fast.
Why families choose RED for repatriation
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One team, one point of contact, 24×7 — you’re never chasing multiple vendors.
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JCI · NABH · ISO 27001 standards, doctor-led on every transfer.
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6,00,000+ emergencies handled and a network across 550+ Indian cities for the onward ground leg once you land.
If you wish to know more about the Emergency Air Ambulance Services.
080 6500 6179
Advantages Of Air Ambulance Services from London to India
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
How quickly can a repatriation be arranged?
Once we have the medical summary and airline clearance, a commercial medical escort can often move within 24–72 hours; a dedicated jet can be mobilised faster for critical cases.
Can you move ICU / ventilated patients?
Yes. Our air-ambulance jets are equipped as flying ICUs with ventilator, monitoring and a critical-care team.
Do you handle the paperwork?
Yes — fit-to-fly assessment, airline MEDIF clearance, and coordination with both hospitals are all part of the service.
How do I get a quote?
Call our 24×7 team or send the patient’s location and a short medical summary, and we’ll return a written, itemised quote within 1 hour.
Want to know more about our services?
080 6500 6179