In Aero Medical UH-60Q operations, what is the standard crew configuration?

• A. Crew-2 (1 Medic)
• B. Crew-4 (1 Medic)
• C. Crew-3 (2 Medics)
• D. Crew-5 (1 Medic)

Answer: (B)

In Aero Medical UH-60Q operations, the typical crew consists of four people: two pilots to fly the helicopter, one flight medic to provide in-flight medical care, and a fourth crew member to assist with patient handling, equipment, and mission tasks. This setup keeps flight safety front and center with two qualified pilots, while ensuring there is a dedicated medical provider to care for the patient, plus an on-board assistant to manage loading, securing patients, and operating medical gear.

Having two pilots supports safe navigation and handling in demanding conditions or NVG/low-visibility scenarios. A single flight medic can deliver essential patient care and prepare the patient for transfer, while the additional crew member helps manage the medical equipment and patient movement, enabling efficient, safe aircraft operation without overloading the crew. More medics are used only for higher-acuity or multi-patient missions, not the standard configuration.