Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of a Beechcraft King Air 360C aircraft to Greece’s Ministry of Health and the National Center for Emergency Care (EKAV), as part of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Global Health Initiative (GHI).
The versatile turboprop, equipped with a cargo door and an air-medical system, will further ensure that patients receive urgent air transport from remote areas to central locations in Greece and Europe.
The Beechcraft King Air 360C is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company.
Bob Gibbs, vice president, Special Mission Sales said: “The King Air 360C will significantly boost EKAV’s capabilities in providing emergency medical care, ensuring that patients receive immediate and reliable air transport from remote areas to central locations in Greece and Europe.
“The aircraft is equipped with the latest medical equipment and is ready to serve in diverse and remote locations.”
This delivery is part of the SNF’s GHI, which has funded five aircraft for EKAV, including two Beechcraft King Air 350C airplanes and this new King Air 360C aimed at strengthening Greece’s air ambulance services. All three aircraft are operated out of Elefsis Airbase in Greece.
The air ambulance conversion was completed by Fargo Jet Center at its special mission aircraft modification center located at Hector International Airport in Fargo, North Dakota.
Darren Hall, vice president, Business Development, Fargo Jet Center said: “At Fargo Jet Center, we take pride in delivering mission-ready aircraft tailored to the unique requirements of each operator.
“For this King Air 360C, our team worked closely with EKAV and Spectrum Aeromed to integrate advanced medical systems and develop a custom interior that enhances patient care and crew efficiency. This aircraft represents the highest standards of reliability and innovation in air medical transport.”