NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Vanderbilt LifeFlight has been on a “safety stand down” since Nov. 8, and they say that “no one will board an aircraft until we are fully ready.”
On Saturday, Nov. 8, a Vanderbilt LifeFlight helicopter crashed in Wilson County. Allan Williams, 55, was killed in the crash and two others were critically injured. On Monday, Vanderbilt LifeFlight posted an update to social media stating that they had been on a “safety stand down” since Nov. 8 “out of an abundance of caution.”
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“We are methodically working through the next steps in our process: conducting confidence flights, thoroughly checking our crews, inspecting all equipment, supporting our families, and completing every measure that ensures we return to the skies safely and with full confidence,” the post reads, in part. “We choose to honor the investigative process, avoiding speculation to preserve the dignity of our colleagues involved in the crash. We are committed to transparency: identifying lessons learned and sharing them openly to help the entire industry grow from this loss.”
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Williams spent 15 years with Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Additionally, he was a nurse educator. On Saturday, Nov. 15, an honor walk was held for him. Hundreds gathered to celebrate his life and legacy.
“We appreciate your continued trust in us and remain fully dedicated to serving our communities with the highest standards,” the post added. “Safety is our top priority. No one will board an aircraft until we are fully ready.”…