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Air Methods Corporation Confirms Fatal Accident in Arizona

DENVER, July 28, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Methods Corporation reported that a Eurocopter AS350 helicopter based in Douglas, Arizona crashed Wednesday afternoon at approximately 1:40 p.m. MST in Tucson, Arizona. The paramedic, flight nurse, and pilot on board the aircraft received fatal injuries. No patients were on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. The aircraft was operated in support of the company's LifeNet Arizona program.

Company officials are en route to the area. Representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the accident with full cooperation and support from the Company.

"This is a sad day for all of us at Air Methods and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of our employees who perished while on duty," said Aaron Todd, chief executive officer of Air Methods Corporation.

CONTACT:  Air Methods Corporation
          Aaron D. Todd, Chief Executive Officer
          (303) 792-7413