All MSP Aviation Command Bases to remain open

Photo courtesy of Maryland State Police Aviation Command Facebook page.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. – On Wednesday, Governor Larry Hogan and Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Woodrow Jones III announced that all Maryland State Police Aviation Command (MSPAC) bases will remain open.

Back in July, due to the anticipated fiscal challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the Board of Public Works approved budget reduction associated with closing one MSPAC base. Last month, Hogan announced that the cuts should not go forward, and has since directed MSP to work with state budget officials to ensure the necessary funding is available and ensure all bases are fully operational.

“For more than half a century, the Maryland State Police Aviation Command has been conducting lifesaving medevac flights,” said Governor Hogan. “Our administration is committed to making sure Maryland’s Finest have all the resources they need to continue their excellent service to the state and the region.”

MSPAC has been conducting medevacs for over 50 years and has flown more than 150,000 patients to lifesaving trauma care. It is a proud partner in Maryland’s world-renowned integrated emergency medical services system.