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Read MoreNew York, NY – MD ONBOARD, an industry leader in aviation health and inflight medical advisory services, has joined forces with fit2fly, an innovator in digital medical clearance solutions, to transform the way airlines manage passenger medical clearance.
Together, these two forward-thinking companies are setting a new benchmark for medical clearance in aviation, combining fit2fly’s cutting-edge automation with MD ONBOARD’s expertise in advanced technology and real-time medical advisory. This turnkey solution eliminates inefficiencies, accelerates decision-making, and enhances passenger safety and travel experience—bringing much-needed innovation to an outdated, manual process.
Built on a shared vision: to challenge the status quo, this collaboration delivers smarter, faster, and more effective medical clearance solutions.
“The aviation industry has relied on the same medical clearance processes for decades—it’s time for change,” said Grant Jeffery, CEO at MD ONBOARD. “fit2fly shares our commitment to innovation, and together, we are providing airlines with a smarter, more agile approach to passenger and crew health.”
MD ONBOARD and fit2fly are not just improving medical clearance—they are redefining it. By challenging outdated systems and introducing a more dynamic, tech-driven approach, this collaboration is shaping the future of aviation health. Airlines that embrace this change will gain a competitive edge in efficiency, safety, and passenger experience.
“At fit2fly, we are committed to leveraging technology to streamline medical clearance processes and enhance safety for both passengers and crew,” said Whitney Luxford, founder at fit2fly. “By joining forces with MD ONBOARD, we are delivering a solution that is not only faster and more efficient, but also ensures airlines can operate with greater confidence when it comes to medical approvals.”
Read more about MD ONBOARD here: MD ONBOARD News
MD ONBOARD is a leader in aviation medical solutions, dedicated to enhancing inflight safety and healthcare for both commercial and business aviation worldwide. Specializing in remote medical support, first aid training, and regulatory compliance, MD ONBOARD provides aviation-specific medical guidance and comprehensive training to equip crew members with the information needed to manage inflight medical emergencies. With a commitment to quality and innovation, MD ONBOARD partners with airlines, aviation organizations and industry partners to improve passenger safety and crew readiness globally. MD ONBOARD is a fully owned subsidiary of Northwell Health. For more information, visit www.mdonboard.com, and follow us on LinkedIn.
fit2fly is at the forefront of digital health innovation, specializing in automating medical clearance processes for aviation. With over 30 years of experience in aviation medicine, fit2fly’s platform leverages clinical logic to transform how medical clearances are managed, making them swift, secure, and efficient. Dedicated to improving health outcomes and ensuring compliance with global privacy standards, fit2fly provides airlines with the tools to meet passenger health requirements with confidence and care. Their mission is to enhance the travel experience, making air travel more accessible and safer for all passengers whilst becoming the global standard for airline medical clearances, setting a new benchmark for aviation health.
Sandy Dell
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