WHO
WE ARE

ROCKET is a leading independent and unaffiliated Emergency Medical Services, Helicopter Air Ambulance and Air Rescue provider within South Africa. Proudly patient-centric – we rank patients’ interest and safety as sacrosanct priorities.

Our in-house emergency medical management centre, world-class pilots, professional aeromedical teams, and extensive authorised road ambulance network are standing by to render immediate emergency assistance, 24/7.

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Our Key Differentiators

Our people, unique culture and values.

ROCKET strives to be the employer of choice for the industry’s leading talent, operating in an empowering inclusive culture.

Our unique asset base and infrastructure.

We own the largest twin-engine helicopter ambulance fleet in Africa with a notable track record as part of the Henley Air Group.

Our enthusiasm for disruptive innovation.

De-commoditising the emergency services value chain and re-igniting the soul of the industry, are key ROCKET objectives. Technology, innovative engagement solutions and platforms drive our innovation.

Our courage.

We strive to always do what is right, not what is easy.

Our ROCKET Services

ROCKET Air Ambulance

We are a 24/7 helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) operating within SA, with a dedicated fleet of ICU Bell 222/230’s and world-class aeromedical crew ready to respond to your emergency.

ROCKET Air Rescue

ROCKET offers a professional and highly specialised emergency air rescue solution to South Africa’s leading mines, construction companies and outdoor industries.

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Family

An Emergency Medical Solution for you and your family. Our innovative ROCKET Connect subscription model and mobile app offer direct access to our world-class service which bridges the access gap to specialised emergency services countrywide.

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ROCKET Connect Corporate Solution

Our ROCKET Connect Corporate Solution is tailor-made to Industry and SMME’s looking for a world-class Emergency Medical Services (EMS) solution to cover their staff whilst on duty.

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ROCKET Solutions

A key focus of ROCKET Solutions is the development of innovative, enabling platforms and services. As part of our services, we also provide training for emergency call centers and dispatchers.

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Tourism Solution

Our ROCKET Connect Tourism Solution is tailor-made for the tourism industry looking for a world-class Emergency Medical Services (EMS) & Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) solution to cover their guests, employees, and family members.

OUR CREDENTIALS

Scroll to learn about what makes Rocket unique in the industry

#01

COMPLIANCY

BARS accredited and SACAA compliant.

#02

AWARDS

First South African rotary-wing operator recipient of the Litson & Associates Gold
Standard Safety Award.

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R80/mo

per member

Emergency medical assistance is provided instantly, emergency transport (road ambulance or air ambulance, depending on severity and ROCKET flight criteria) is dispatched immediately! We own your call and your emergency.

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Download the ROCKET Connect app now from your iOS or Android store by scanning the QR code or clicking on the link below.

It will directly link you to the appropriate store for your phone make and model.

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CORPORATE

CUSTOM proposal

customised per company requirements

ROCKET Connect Corporate is designed for industry and SMME's looking for a world-class Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) solution for their staff.

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KIDS'
FLIGHT

Kids' Flight, a newly formed Non-Profit Company (NPC), by Henley Air and ROCKET, is seeking Corporate Social Investment (CSI) by partnering with corporate South Africa in order to provide hope for those who would otherwise be hopeless.

Our newly branded Bell230 was unveiled on 22nd April 2023 as a 'flying symbol of hope'.

For further information, click below.

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HENLEY AIR GROUP OF COMPANIES

Henley Air is dedicated to helicopter charter and flight training excellence in the South African aviation industry. What started out in 1995 as a dream has today grown into a major operation at Rand Airport, Johannesburg. The early years saw us using one Bell JetRanger, today we provide our clients with a variety of single and multi-engine aircraft to meet their diverse requirements.

Henley Air is a well-established, family owned and managed helicopter charter company that has provided safe and reliable helicopter-related services to the southern African market for the last 22 years. The majority of our fleet is owned and operated from our three hangars covering 7323 m2 situated at Rand Airport in Germiston, South Africa.