EMS Helicopter Pilot Samantha Poirier | Behind the Wings

Samantha Poirier is an emergency medical pilot who has dedicated her life to saving others. After years of hard work and dedication, Samantha has become UCHealth LifeLine's first female pilot.

We take a walk around the Airbus H125 helicopter, getting an up-close look at the state-of-the-art technology and equipment that Samantha and her team rely on to complete life-saving missions. Flying an EMS helicopter requires intense focus and precision. Whether it's an accident on the highway or a remote wilderness rescue, Samantha and her team are always ready to take off and save lives.

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[primate]

She’s so cool along with the entire staff! Congratulations to her on her amazing accomplishments and I wish her continued success!!!!

[mikebrady]

As a retired helicopter pilot for 48 years, and 20 of those as an EMS pilot, I think you show an excellent and professional representation of your craft. Good luck.

[zaspratd]

I was a recent patient/passenger on the H-125 with Samantha piloting. I had rides on the Auliutte helicopters flown by Flight For Life and the Vietnam veteran pilots with their daring skills in the late eighties. Samantha’s skill was evident from th beginning of the flight. My tenuous hold on life with a grade four tear of the spleen was not ever subjected to any forces on that flight. Samantha is the queen of smooth. Thanks, Sam!

[stairborne]

This type of person SAVED my life when I was in a car accident 5 years ago. Thank you!

[jediknightjairinaiki]

Wow! Such a humble woman. Thank you Samantha and your crew for everything you do to help others.

[sergeantmasson]

To say that I've been there and done that is putting it mild. 10 years US Army Special Forces medevac veteran that did two tours in Vietnam. Twice combat decorated. Purple Heart and a Silver Star. What Samantha does is amazing.

[CyanSkies]

She's awesome! My dream was to be an EMS pilot. Got my private (fixed-wing) instead still dream of flying helicopters. She's living the life and helping people as well. Godspeed Samantha!

[ralphbove]

Spent 31 years in the industry. Nice interview. She represents the industry and her craft very well.

[tomklitsch]

What an insperation to young women. We need more young ladies in the aviation world. Thank you Samantha for being a role model to young women accross our nation. So glad to hear your sister is doing well.

[Gillie]

I just retired from Fire/EMS. These folks on the ships were our lifeline, and we love everyone of them. Thank you to all our flight crews.

[cyberwasp]

Thank you, Samantha Poirier, for your dedication.

[afpwebworks]

I am retired now with less than perfect eyesight, so it's not an option for me now, but i have often thought that if you were going to have a career in aviation, being a helicopter pilot would have a LOT of attraction - for one reason, you aren't running back and forth every day on the same flights you made multiple times last week. and the week before. And of all the helo careers, an EMS helo pilot would have to the top of the list. Congratulations to Samantha for bashing down all the barriers (real or imagined) to her becoming an EMS pilot and thanks for showing us what her day is like.

[tp]

Been life flighted. I was in vehicle accident that left me paralyzed. I'm glad that helicopter was there. Thank you

[randyporter]

While getting certified as a trauma medic, I had the honor of flying and training with an air-medical crew. Let me tell you, they are the best of the best typically. I'm a pilot also and am humbled by the conditions these crews operate under. I can't even imagine what CoastGuard flight crews deal with daily.

[MackieJackCreations]

Rockin’ it over the Rockies.
Right on Samantha, and thank you for what you do.
Fly safe.

[Wings_Museum]

"Saving them on a bad day, usually the worst day of their life, and you can be there to help them is why I do it." - Samantha Poirier

[sweetbloodsmusic]

Thanks for all you do Samantha. Thanks to your crew as well.

[GuyjKite]

I tip my hat to these brave people. I spent 24 years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT. A couple of times intervened with us park police EMS helicopter. I was impressed with there service.

[EatYerVeggies]

Mad props to Samantha being the first woman pilot for UCHealth! I’m also working towards being a helicopter pilot and seeing such awesome women in the field really motivates me to keep at it (it is hard lol)

[georgesmith]

I am so happy to be on the same planet as this wonderful person. Samantha is awesome.