C-9A Aeromedical Airlift Transport

Year Published: 1968

Creator: U.S. Navy

Description: Here are three films about medical capabilities of the U.S. Air Force. The first, "C-9A Aeromedical Airlift Transport" (1968) highlights the Med Evac configuration of McDonnell Douglas C-9A aircraft. At (14:00) another film shows the prototype Airborne Medical Care Unit which can be transported aboard an evacuation aircraft. At (16:15) another film shows a Modular Air Transportable Hospital, a replacement for the Korean War era MASH unit. The C-9 was the military version of the DC-9 airliner, produced as the C-9A Nightingale, and the C-9B Skytrain II for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The U.S. Navy retired its last C-9B in July 2014. 0:00 The C9A Aeromedical Airlift Jet Transport, designed for rapid air transport of sick and wounded personnel across the U.S. It cruises at 440 knots with a 2,300-mile range and can operate from many airfields. 0:54 The C9A measures 119 feet in length, 93 feet in wingspan, and 27 feet in height—longer but narrower than the C118 LiftMaster. 1:13 The aircraft is compatible with standard Air Force ground equipment but also features built-in self-sufficiency for quick servicing, including an auxiliary power unit (APU) for electrical and environmental systems. 1:39 The APU is rear-mounted for safety and noise reduction. 2:02 The C9A can connect to ground power and has easily accessible service points for maintenance and fueling, including pressure and gravity fueling options. 3:22 Large baggage compartments and storage areas accommodate unused seats, luggage, and supplies, emphasizing efficient space use. 3:52 Built-in air stairs and power-operated ramps provide easy access for both crew and patients, including those on litters or in wheelchairs. 5:49 Weather canopies and curtains protect patients during loading in poor weather, while lighting aids night operations. 6:30 Inside, the floor tracks allow flexible configurations for either 30–40 litter patients or 40 ambulatory patients, with adjustable stanchions for custom spacing. 7:28 Each patient station includes lighting, oxygen, electrical outlets, and fresh air vents for individual comfort. 8:08 Medical crew seating is positioned for efficiency and safety, while onboard systems regulate air quality and cleanliness to hospital standards. 8:49 The aircraft includes therapeutic oxygen, suction outlets, and power for medical devices such as respirators and incubators. 9:10 Forward sections include a galley, medical refrigerator, and storage compartments for crew and patient needs. 9:42 A special care compartment maintains independent temperature and humidity control, equipped with air purification and humidity regulation systems. 10:10 Nurse’s station with control panels. 11:17 The nurse’s station offers full visibility for monitoring and emergency response. 12:01 Aft sections feature meal storage, ovens, refrigeration, and additional lavatories, ensuring patient comfort on long flights. 12:28 Eight strategically placed emergency exits for quick egress. 13:21 The End. 14:02 The film transitions to show experimental, modular medical units aboard larger aircraft like the C141, designed to overcome noise, lighting, and temperature issues during casualty evacuation. 15:00 The unit allows for emergency treatment, patient monitoring, and storage of vital supplies, supporting critical care in flight. 16:25 The USAF School of Aerospace Medicine presents the Modular Air Transportable Hospital, a seven-module, self-contained, mobile medical facility. 17:09 Each module can be deployed in about two hours on nearly any terrain and linked via weatherproof passageways, maintaining comfortable conditions inside. 18:03 The hospital includes laboratory, surgical, dental, and ward modules, replicating the capabilities of modern hospitals in mobile form. 19:01 Ensures full medical support and mobility for Air Force operations worldwide, marking a shift away from traditional tent hospitals.

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