WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital welcomes new medical helicopter

WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital Introduces New Medical Helicopter

WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital has introduced a brand-new medical helicopter to its fleet, an Airbus H135 with only eight hours of flight time.

The $8.5 million aircraft represents the hospital's commitment to state-of-the-art healthcare in West Virginia, according to officials.

A blessing ceremony was held for the new helicopter, led by Father Cyprian Osuegbu, lead chaplain at WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital.

The new helicopter has that "new copter" smell and is a significant addition to the hospital's fleet.

Author's summary: WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital is enhancing its healthcare services.

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The Times Leader The Times Leader — 2025-10-14