Membership
Even paradise has its perils.
Tropic Air Rescue’s unique capabilities and approach drastically improve outcomes in medical emergencies.
Precise Access to Any Location
Day or night, helicopters land at remote locations inaccessible by fixed-wing aircraft.
Pre-certification
Identity and enrollment information is collected up-front. In the event of an emergency trauma incident, we have the information that we need for a rapid rescue response.
No Out-of-Pocket Costs
After air medical service, we bill your health insurance for reimbursement, without seeking additional payments. Continuous health coverage is required for TAR members; otherwise, they are solely responsible for transport and medical bills.
Coordination with
Florida Medical Centers
Our Medical Director determines the most appropriate health care facility and the helicopter is directed to that hospital heliport.
Decades of Air Medial
Experience
Pilot and paramedic team members collectively bring extensive critical care medical experience.
Advanced Avionics & Medical Equipment
Electronic flight instrument system, 4-axis autopilot, 5 million candle-power searchlight, GPS, moving map. Equipped with a defibrillator, heart monitor, on-board oxygen, and whole blood.
HOW IT WORKS
Our Rescue Operation
Protocol
Membership Pricing
Select and manage your subscription, based on your anticipated length of stay in the Bahamas:
IMPORTANT:
Frequently Asked Questions
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Membership & Enrollment
- Multiple Individuals on a Membership Plan
What advanced equipment does Tropic Air Rescue employ?
Tropic Air Rescue’s helicopters are equipped with advanced avionics and life support equipment, including an electronic flight instrument system, flight management computer, 4-axis autopilot, 5 million candle-power searchlight, GPS, and a moving map. Onboard medical equipment includes a defibrillator, heart monitor, on-board oxygen, whole blood, etc.
What experience does Tropic Air Rescue’s team bring to air medical evacuations?
Tropic Air Rescue team members put forward decades of air medical experience to every mission.
How does Tropic Air Rescue coordinate with medical centers in Florida?
Tropic Air Rescue’s Medical Director determines the most appropriate healthcare facility, and the helicopter is directed to the designated heliport, ensuring a streamlined and coordinated response.
Does Tropic Air Rescue involve any out-of-pocket costs for its members?
No, Tropic Air Rescue operates on a no out-of-pocket cost model. After providing air medical services, the company files a claim with your health insurance for reimbursement, eliminating the need for additional payments beyond what is covered by health insurance.
How does pre-certification work with Tropic Air Rescue?
Identity and enrollment information are collected up-front, ensuring that in the event of an emergency trauma event, Tropic Air Rescue has the necessary information for a rapid and efficient rescue response.
What sets Tropic Air Rescue apart in terms of access?
Tropic Air Rescue provides precise access to any location, day or night, utilizing our helicopters that can land at remote areas inaccessible by fixed-wing aircraft. Membership in Tropic Air Rescue assures access to our aircraft. When needed, we respond immediately to a member’s request, 24/7. Since every member provides their insurance information, we do not delay our response in order to gather insurance or payment information.
When you need medevac services the other providers will ask for full payment up-front before they even respond. You will be required to pay the full cost of the service out of pocket. This can be quite significant.
Don’t be fooled by some membership programs that are merely clearing houses and own no aircraft. They have nothing but a computer and a telephone. When you need help they begin a search for available providers with available aircraft at the least expensive rate. They shop for the best deal for them since they save money. Time, your time is not a consideration. Once they find a service and they bargain the price and the flight is assigned. The medevac provider may not be available for a day or two but that’s not an issue for them, but it is for you as you wait for help. Expect on average 8 to 36 hours of delayed response! When you are seriously injured or require immediate medical intervention(stroke, cardiac issue) this can be the difference between life and death or can seriously affect your recovery from injury.
When you become a TROPIC AIR RESCUE member, our response is near immediate. We DO NOT wait for payment before response. We DO NOT require payment up-front from a member and we only respond to members calls for help. When the medevac is completed we will seek reimbursement from your insurance provider for the cost of the trip. This may or may not involve your input. We will seek this reimbursement and will not require any out of pocket expenses by the member.
Our Helicopters and crews are ready and available 24/7 to respond anywhere in the Bahamas, while airplanes are limited to daytime operations and can only respond to the 61 islands with runways. The helicopters can land at any one of the 700 Bahamian islands to pickup injured persons!
Are there any age restrictions for Tropic Air Rescue membership?
Tropic Air Rescue welcomes members of all age groups, providing access to its precise air medical services.
What happens during Tropic Air Rescue missions in coordination with Florida Trauma Centers?
Tropic Air Rescue’s Medical Director determines the most appropriate healthcare facility, and the helicopter is directed to the designated heliport, ensuring seamless coordination with Florida Trauma Centers.
How does Tropic Air Rescue handle insurance claims for its members?
Tropic Air Rescue operates on a no out-of-pocket cost model for its members. After providing air medical services, the company files a claim with your health insurance for reimbursement, eliminating additional payments beyond what is covered by health insurance.
What are the benefits of Tropic Air Rescue membership in terms of access to remote locations?
Tropic Air Rescue membership provides you with precise access to any location, day or night, utilizing helicopters that can land at remote areas inaccessible by fixed-wing aircraft.
Can each individual covered under the annual plan request services independently?
Yes, each individual covered under the annual membership plan is entitled to request Tropic Air Rescue services independently.
What if I want to add individuals to the annual membership plan after the initial enrollment?
If you wish to add individuals to your annual membership plan after the initial enrollment, please do so in the membership portal.
Do all individuals covered under the annual plan need to reside at the same address in the Bahamas?
Yes
Can I remove or replace individuals from the annual membership plan during the coverage period?
The flexibility of the annual membership plan allows for adjustments to covered individuals. Adding or subtracting members can be done on your membership portal.
Are there any additional fees for adding extra individuals to the annual membership plan?
The annual membership plan includes a set number of individuals. If you need to add more members, there will be additional fees.
Can I include multiple family members on a single Tropic Air Rescue membership plan?
Yes, Tropic Air Rescue’s annual membership plan allows for the inclusion of up to five (5) residential household members.
