A Radical Shift – Rethinking Critical Care Education for Flight Providers

In flight medicine, cognitive knowledge isn’t enough. Today, providers can earn critical care certifications without ever managing a ventilator in the field. That’s not just a gap — it’s a liability.

At Beyond the Sirens, we’re calling for a new standard: hands-on training, mentorship, and realistic simulations that mirror the chaos of flight. Certification should prove readiness — not just test memory.

It’s time to raise the bar. Lives depend on it.