From the Logbook...Another Medivac

While trying to relax today (Sunday) we got a call to pick up a man that was extrememely sick to the point that he was vomiting blood.  So, our other MAF pilot here in PalangkaRaya and I prepared to head back to the hangar to go pick him up.  In the above picture we are seen en-route to the village cruising at 6500' enjoying the cool air as we flew 50 minutes to the patients village.  I have been able to fly some here and even was allowed to perform my first water takeoff today.  It was kinda sporty!

This is the overhead view of the village as we looked things over in preparation to land.  After making a low pass over the river to confirm the identity of a large black object, a tree stump,  the decision was made that it was safe enough to land even though the river is low due to lack of recent rainfall.

Shortly after arriving, the man was brought down to the plane while sitting in a plastic chair; unable to walk due to his condition.  If you didn't know differently, you would think he was political royalty in the village.

The cabin was once again fitted for a patient and seats left in place for two of his family members as well.  It started to get busy on the dock, so much so that it actually began to sink under the weight of the people.

As in every village the world over where MAF flies, the kids always come out to see what is happening.  We soon had the man and his family on board and flew 50 minutes back to PLR where he had a ride already waiting to take him to the hospital.  I am scheduled to make one more flight here while in PLR tomorrow.  It should be fun!