On March 19, 2026, the NYPD Aviation Unit carried out a high-risk medevac operation, rescuing a 49-year-old man experiencing a medical emergency aboard a U.S. Coast Guard construction vessel 100 miles off the coast of New Jersey. The operation required precise coordination as the helicopter landed on the vessel’s pitching deck amid rough Atlantic waters. Video footage shows the crew safely loading the patient in under 30 minutes before transporting him to Jersey Shore Medical Center.

As the patient recovers at Jersey Shore Medical Center, officials emphasized the dedication of first responders who regularly put themselves at risk to save lives. This mission adds to the unit’s track record of exceptional service and operational excellence in critical situations.