Carilion Clinic Life-Guard celebrates 35 years of service Starr Anderson June 10, 2016 1 minute read Virginia’s first air ambulance program, which started with one helicopter and has since expanded to three top-of-the-line helicopters, is celebrating 35 years of service this weekend. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has the details. Share: Post navigation Previous: Justice for Kionte demands federal investigationNext: Four people injured in head-on collision in Bedford Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026