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She says the two new "special mission aircraft" will be able to travel farther without the need to refuel.

That will allow for four long-distance transports per day rather than two with its current fleet.

Ornge CEO Dr. Homer Tien says the bigger, faster planes will be able to handle critically ill and injured patients, but can be configured to transport multiple patients or cargo.

Ornge responds to emergencies in far-flung places, transports patients between facilities and supports health care in northern and rural Ontario.

This report by °µÍø½ûÇø was first published Dec. 17, 2024.