Emergency Air Support

Public safety agencies requesting emergency air support should call (248) 655-7766. We also encourage you to complete the Request for Emergency Air Support form.

American Air Operations provides emergency air support services to public safety agencies (federal, state, county, local, tribal, and college/university) across Michigan and, when disasters strike, to agencies throughout the United States of America.

The following are some emergency public safety situations American Air Operations can assist with:

  • Barricaded Gunman

  • Energy Infrastructure

  • Fire

  • Homeland Security

  • Hostage

  • Missing Person

  • Natural Disaster

  • Riot

  • Search and Rescue

  • Transportation Infrastructure

Our fleet includes advanced aircraft with thermal imaging, a powerful zoom camera, laser range finder, spotlight, and loudspeaker, allowing effective operations even in adverse weather conditions. We also possess a command station featuring a large display monitor, high-speed satellite internet, direct-to-cell satellite phone service, livestreaming capability, two portable power stations that deliver a continuous 3000W output, and solar panels for sustained operation during power outages. 

Operating in compliance with Part 107 of the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Federal Aviation Regulations, American Air Operations is committed to safety. All pilots hold an Airman Certificate with a sUAS rating from the FAA, and the company possesses aircraft and liability insurance. Our highly experienced pilots have flown numerous public safety and emergency response missions, ensuring reliable aerial support when it matters most.