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ROCKET is a leading independent and unaffiliated Emergency Medical Services, Helicopter Air Ambulance and Air Rescue provider within South Africa.

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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Following the successful interfacility transfer of a polytrauma patient involved in an industrial accident in the North West province, ROCKET Mini is seen at a specialist facility in Johannesburg. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
ROCKET 2 seen at a specialist facility in Johannesburg following the successful interfacility transfer of a polytrauma patient from a referring facility in Mpumalanga. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
ROCKET 1 refueling at Rand Airport after a IHT of a patient from the Northern Cape to a specialist facility in Johannesburg. ROCKET 2 simultaneously returned to base after completing an interfacility transfer from a facility in Mpumalanga to a specialist facility in Jhb.
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
ROCKET Connect Corporate EMS Solution gives mining companies 24/7 access to emergency medical assistance, authorised ambulance services, and nationwide support. Contact Craig for a customised solution for your mining operation craig@rockethems.co.za 072 688 1165 #mining #ems #rockethems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
ROCKET 3 arriving at a specialist facility in Johannesburg following the successful retrieval of a neonatal patient from the Northern Cape. This mission highlights the critical role of aeromedical services in ensuring timely access to specialised healthcare for our most vulnerable patients. #ems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Mining operations run around the clock, and emergency medical support for your workforce should too. ROCKET Connect Corporate EMS Solution gives mining employees access to emergency medical response when incidents happen. Contact Craig craig@rockethems.co.za 072 688 1165 #mining #ems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
ROCKET 2 landing at a specialist facility in Johannesburg following the successful retrieval of a pediatric patient from a healthcare facility in Mpumalanga for definitive care. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
ROCKET 3 refueling at Klerksdorp Airfield following the successful retrieval of a cardiac patient in the North West Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
A key feature of our ROCKET Connect Corporate EMS Solution is the panic app. When a medical emergency happens at work, staff can trigger it on their phone and their location is shared automatically. The right people are alerted straight away. Contact craig@rockethems.co.za 072 688 1165 #ems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
From everyday incidents to serious medical emergencies, ROCKET Connect Family EMS Solution helps families get the right emergency medical support fast. R75 per member/month Sign up via our online application forms English: bit.ly/4hA9f4V Afrikaans: bit.ly/4iMMfk6 More info: bit.ly/RConnFamily
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Scenes from ROCKET's window: A sunrise above the clouds, witnessed during the return transfer from a facility in Kathu to a specialist centre in Kimberley. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
ROCKET on a primary incident in the Vanderkloof Dam area. The patient was successfully airlifted to a specialist facility in Bloemfontein for further management. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Recap of the week. This week, our Teams have transported critically ill patients requiring cardiac, vascular and pulmonary interventions, while also helping bring advanced interventions directly to patients to enable successful transfers. A rewarding and meaningful week of patient-centered flying.
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Emergency Medical Response Support for Mining Operations. Our ROCKET Connect Corporate EMS/HEMS Solution provides continuous emergency case coordination for mining operations, enabling immediate activation of accredited road ambulance services across surface and remote sites. 072 688 1165 #mining
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Today, we proudly celebrate our pilots. At ROCKET, our pilots bring skill, precision, and calm decision making to every mission which are often in challenging, high risk environments where expertise and experience are critical. Thank you for your professionalism and commitment to safety.
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
The human equivalent of Jet A-1 fuel. Refuelling the aircraft and crew before returning to base after an early morning flight. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape #airambulancesouthafrica #emergencymedicalservices
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Johannesburg Rescue Recurrency | April Training Refreshing critical skills, refining precision, and keeping our crews on point. #RocketHEMS #Rescuerecurrency #Rescuetraining #Airrescue
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
ROCKET EMS | exhibiting at HuntEx 2026 | 24–27 April 2026 Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand 📍 Hall 4 | Stand 438 Learn about our ROCKET Connect Tourism EMS solution designed to support efficient, reliable emergency medical services (including air) in remote and high-risk environments.
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
ROCKET at a facility in Pretoria for the transfer of a pediatric patient to a specialist facility in Johannesburg. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Emergency Co-ordination Support for Tourism Operations. Our ROCKET Connect Tourism EMS Solution provides 24 hour emergency medical coordination for tourism operations across South Africa. Contact Craig for a customised solution for your tourism operation craig@rockethems.co.za 072 688 1165
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
ROCKET at a facility in Pretoria after an early morning transfer of a cardiac patient from a facility in the Mpumalanga province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
ROCKET captured at a specialist facility in Pretoria following the retrieval of a critically ill patient from the Mpumalanga province. An operation highlighting precision, coordination, and commitment to delivering advanced care when it matters most. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Our newest addition to the ROCKET fleet, captured at a facility in Johannesburg following a successful inter-hospital transfer from the Limpopo province. #rockethems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
CEO, Hendrik Louw, outlines the ROCKET Way to self managed teams; leading through context (not control), pairing freedom with personal responsibility, and elevating standards together. This philosophy allows us to scale whilst retaining our unique culture and empowering environment. bit.ly/4sBvaPk
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The ROCKET Way: Freedom, Responsibility, and Results | ROCKET EMS
Hendrik Louw, CEO of ROCKET, shares ROCKET’s leadership philosophy allowing it to scale whilst retaining its unique and engaging culture. ROCKET Leadership pairs freedom with responsibility and…
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Our ROCKET Connect Tourism Solution supports lodges and tourism operators with rapid medical activation, professional case coordination, and access to the right level of care — even when you’re hours from the nearest facility. Let us customise a EMS Solution for you. Contact👉 bit.ly/RConnTourism
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
ROCKET departing early morning from our Kimberley base for the retrieval of a critically injured patient from a facility in the Northern Cape to a specialist facility in Bloemfontein. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Pride of Limpopo at a facility in Limpopo province after the successful retrieval and transfer of a critically injured patient for definitive care. Proudly serving our communities collaboratively. #wegenuinenlycare #prideoflimpopo #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
ROCKET captured on a primary scene in the Mpumalanga province. The patient was successfully airlifted to a specialist facility in Johannesburg for definitive care. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
In this article by Kaleb Lachenicht, ROCKET Chief Clinical Officer, the focus is placed on a critical reality of airway management: intubation is a high risk, low frequency procedure, and proficiency declines without regular, deliberate practice. Link to full article: bit.ly/4lLlfUB #ems
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How many intubations does it take to stay good at intubation?
A newly accepted South African paper on prehospital intubation puts this tension into sharp focus. Looking at intubations performed in a public EMS system, the authors found something that many of us…
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Our ROCKET Connect Family Solution gives you and your family access to professional emergency medical guidance when it counts, through our Emergency Management Centre team. Genuine care during a medical emergency. A smarter way to protect your family. Sign up 👉 bit.ly/RConnFamily #ems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
ROCKET Mini at a specialist facility in Johannesburg following the successful retrieval of a polytrauma patient from Mpumalanga Province. Learn more about ROCKET’s emergency medical services 👉 bit.ly/4dcxofm #ROCKETHEMS #ROCKETEMS #EmergencyMedicalServices #JohannesburgEMS #MpumalangaEMS
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Pride of Limpopo captured departing base in the Limpopo Province for the retrieval of a critically injured patient. #PrideOfLimpopo #ROCKETHEMS #ROCKETEMS #EmergencyMedicalServices #LimpopoEMS #CriticalCareTransport #SouthAfricaEMS
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
ROCKET at a specialist hospital in Johannesburg following the retrieval of a polytrauma patient from the Vaal area. Learn more about ROCKET’s emergency medical services in South Africa 👉 bit.ly/4dcxofm #ROCKETHEMS #ROCKETEMS #EmergencyMedicalServices #AirAmbulanceSouthAfrica #SouthAfricaEMS
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
ROCKET Connect Tourism Solution provides 24/7 emergency medical support while you travel within South Africa, with swift response by road or air* ambulance (*when flight criteria applies) when time is of the essence. Travel bold. Travel safe. Sign up 👉 bit.ly/RConnTourism #ems #rocketconnect
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
ROCKET was activated for an inter-hospital transfer from the Free State to a specialist facility in Gauteng, ensuring the patient received the advanced care required for further management. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
ROCKET refueling in Copperton during a mission to retrieve a critically ill patient in Carnarvon, Northern Cape. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
CPR errors still happen, even in experienced clinical teams. This article by Kaleb Lachenicht, ROCKET Chief Clinical Officer, looks at ten of the most common mistakes made during resuscitation. A useful read for anyone involved in emergency care. bit.ly/413m2qp #cpr #ems #rockethems
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The 10 Most Common CPR Mistakes Made by Clinicians | ROCKET EMS
The 10 Most Common CPR Mistakes Made by Clinicians. One of the uncomfortable truths about cardiac arrest care is this: Even trained clinicians frequently perform sub-optimal CPR, despite the…
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Emergency medical assistance for you and your family. ROCKET Connect Family Solution gives you 24/7 access to professional emergency medical advice and rapid emergency coordination — so when something goes wrong, your family isn’t left figuring it out alone. Sign up: bit.ly/RConnFamily #ems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Following a primary incident in the Vaal area, ROCKET was activated and landed on scene before airlifting the patient to a specialist facility in Johannesburg. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
ROCKET, crewed by an all-female HEMS team, was activated for an inter-hospital transfer (IHT) in the Mpumalanga Province, transporting the patient to a specialist facility in Pretoria. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Pride of Limpopo departing base for the retrieval of a neonatal patient, transporting the patient to a specialist facility. Proudly serving our communities collaboratively. #wegenuinenlycare #prideoflimpopo #rockethems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
ROCKET was activated for an inter-hospital transfer (IHT) from a facility in the Free State Province to a specialist facility in Gauteng. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
To the ambulance service providers who support ROCKET HEMS across South Africa: thank you. You answer the phone at any hour, move crews fast, run scenes properly, and stabilise patients in tough places so safe air transfer is possible. We see it, and we appreciate it. #ems #rockethems
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Skills can start to fade in as little as four weeks — so we don’t treat practice as optional at ROCKET. Beyond weekly academic meetings and case reviews, we keep clinical currency across the full scope: procedures, protocols, crew coordination, and the small checks that prevent big mistakes.
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
“The loser has more in common with the winner than with the person sitting on the sidelines.” - James Clear Kaleb Lachenicht (ROCKET Chief Clinical Officer and EPIC EM Director) reflects on a James Clear quote to frame what high-stakes work really demands. Full article: bit.ly/4tZ8WYR
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
ROCKET Mini on the helipad of a specialist facility in Gauteng following the successful completion of a neonatal inter-hospital transfer in the North West Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
ROCKET lifting off for a cardiac inter-hospital transfer to a specialist facility in the Northwest Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
ROCKET departing a specialist facility in Gauteng following the successful inter-facility retrieval of a polytrauma patient from the Mpumalanga Province. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Following the successful inter-facility retrieval of a cardiac patient from a hospital in the Mpumalanga Province, ROCKET departs from a specialist facility in Pretoria. #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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ROCKET @rocketems.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
In our environment, prehospital emergency anaesthesia with intubation sits right at the intersection of clinical benefit, operational risk, and system cost. Link to full article: bit.ly/4qON7bq #traumacare #ems #rockethems #rockethemsnortherncape
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Survival effect of prehospital emergency anaesthesia with intubation in risk-stratified major trauma
Why Pre-hospital Emergency Anaesthesia With Intubation Matters to Us in HEMS and Critical Care Retrieval For years, prehospital RSI has sat in the uncomfortable space between dogma and doubt, and…
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