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Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:36 AM

PCHD adds helipad at Springtown EMS station

New landing site improves patient transport, safety and response times for first responders
PCHD adds helipad at Springtown EMS station
A new helipad is located at the Parker County Hospital District EMS Station 2 in Springtown.

Author: Jose 'JJ' Balderas

A new helicopter landing pad at the Parker County Hospital District EMS Station 2 in Springtown is now operational and provides a significant upgrade in how critical patients are transported from the area.

The addition allows emergency crews to coordinate directly with air medical providers from a designated location rather than relying on improvised landing zones. 

“The helipad creates a safer environment,” said Director of PCHD-EMS Jim Backus.

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