General
medevac
What does medevac mean?
'Medical Evacuation' — the movement of the wounded or sick using dedicated, marked, medically equipped vehicles or aircraft crewed by medical personnel who provide care en route.
""We've got a priority casualty — request MEDEVAC to grid four-five-six.""
Origin
US military portmanteau of 'medical' and 'evacuation'; distinct from the improvised CASEVAC.
Frequently asked questions
What does "MEDEVAC" mean?
It's short for "Medical Evacuation" — moving the wounded or sick using dedicated, marked medical vehicles or aircraft staffed by medical personnel who treat them on the way.
What's the difference between MEDEVAC and CASEVAC?
A MEDEVAC uses dedicated, medically crewed and equipped transport that provides care en route. A CASEVAC uses whatever transport is available and lacks that dedicated medical care.
Are MEDEVAC aircraft armed?
Traditionally, dedicated MEDEVAC aircraft are marked with a red cross and unarmed under the Geneva Conventions, which distinguishes them from CASEVAC on combat aircraft.
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