Inconsistent operational handling of medical flight statuses, including MEDEVAC and HOSP, across States increases controller workload, reduces traffic predictability, and may affect the timely execution of time-critical medical missions. Consideration should be given to the existing regulatory framework and the gaps between formal status recognition and operational application. Emerging ATM concepts such as FF-ICE and SWIM may influence future system-based handling of medical flight status information.

IFATCA Policy is:

Globally harmonised procedures should be developed regarding HOSP and MEDEVAC flights, including:

  • Application of priorities.
  • Status notification on initial contact
  • Clear eligibility criteria and explicit guidance for the use of STS/MEDEVAC and STS/HOSP.
  • The status shall be clearly visible to the ATCO.
See: Resolution B7 – WP 98 – Bucharest 2026

 

Last Update: 17th May 2026
17th May 2026 1 Jean-Francois LepageCOMTOC , COM , TPM

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