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Every Coast Helicopter Operations is comprised of thousands of paramedics, nurses, pilots, mechanics, comm specs, police officers, and military members with one thing in common - public safety aviation. The best part - joining ECHO is free!
About ECHO
ECHO was founded by operational flight programs to take advantage of joint training opportunities in a less formal environment at no/low cost to our members.
It was created and designed as a way to utilize the wealth of knowledge and experience brought forth by individual flight programs and their crews.
Flight Crew Assistance & Support Team (FAST)
The ECHO FAST Team remains the only all volunteer deployable peer-support team in the United States.
We are available 24/7/365. Contact us if you or someone you know may need assistance.
2022 Public Safety Aviation Conference
ECHO's Annual Public Safety Conference returned in 2021 in Fort Myers, Florida! In 2022, ECHO AUSTIN will be hosted by Travis County STAR Flight in Austin, Texas!
ECHO AUSTIN - August 15-17, 2022
Law Enforcement & SAR
ECHO is committed to accessible training to law enforcement and search-and-rescue agencies. ECHO's Tactical Flight Officer Academy provides unique opportunities for active LE flight crew.
Partner with ECHO
ECHO's programs rely on the support of private and corporate partnerships. As a 501(c)3 Non-Profit, your contributions are tax deductible and benefit the advacement of education and safety in public safety aviation.
Future Flight Crew
ECHO's Future Flight Crew was the first mentorship program in the nation with dedicated instructors to prepare students to enter air medical! To date, over 100 students have graduated and achieved their dream job.
Safety Team
The ECHO Safety Team exists to ensure that everyone goes home. By promoting a just culture and safe practices, the Safety Team strives to ensure that every flight crew member has a voice.
