First Leonardo AW169 Helicopter in Canada! Air Ambulance Startup and Liftoff in British Columbia

Take an exclusive look at the first Leonardo AW169 helicopter in Canada! This AW169 Air Ambulance is now in service supporting the British Columbia Emergency Health Services (BCEHS). Listen as both engines start and spool up before liftoff from Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. This state-of-the-art HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Services) aircraft is leased by Babcock Canada and operated by Ascent Helicopters, bringing next-generation aeromedical capabilities to the skies of British Columbia. The Leonardo AW169 is one of the most advanced multi-role helicopters in the world, equipped with cutting-edge avionics, spacious cabin design, and high-performance systems ideal for critical care missions. As part of the BCEHS fleet, this AW169 will help save lives across BC, especially in remote and hard-to-reach areas. Go Bold! To learn about aircraft and the pilots that fly them, please listen to our podcast: "Go Bold with Joetey Attariwala" which can be found on all major podcast platforms, or at: https://www.goboldthepodcast.com Please like and subscribe so you don't miss any of our great guests and topics! #AW169 #Leonardo #LeonardoHelicopters #HEMS #BCEHS #Ambulance #BabcockCanada #AscentHelicopters #AirAmbulance #CanadaAviation #EmergencyServices #HelicopterEMS #MedicalHelicopter #SearchAndRescue #Aviation #HelicopterRescue