CareFlite Announces Ribbon Cutting for New Gainesville Base
Gainesville, Texas — April 23, 2026- After nearly a decade of serving Cooke County and surrounding communities from North Texas Medical Center, CareFlite is proud to begin an exciting new chapter with the opening of its new standalone base at Gainesville Municipal Airport. The facility reflects CareFlite’s continued investment in the region and its long-term commitment to community growth, serving as a regional hub for emergency medical transport throughout North Texas and Southern Oklahoma.
An Invitation to the Media
Local media representatives are invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony, tour the new base, and meet CareFlite leadership and the flight crews who serve the area.
“This new base represents our long-term commitment to the communities we serve in Cooke County and across North Texas,” said Jason Schwebach, CareFlite CEO. “By investing in a dedicated facility, we’re strengthening our ability to deliver rapid, high-quality care while supporting the continued growth and needs of this region.”
Event Details
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm (Ribbon cutting and tours)
Location: 2081 Westaire Dr., Gainesville, TX 76240
 
This new facility enhances operational efficiency by positioning crews and aircraft closer to the communities they serve, helping reduce response times and improve coordination across the region. The event will also provide community members and media with an inside look at CareFlite’s day-to-day operations and its ongoing commitment to delivering critical care when it matters most. Media interested in attending or scheduling interviews with CareFlite leadership are encouraged to contact the representative below.
Media Contact:
Maddie Gentry
Customer Success Manager
CareFlite
214-236-8457
MGentry@CareFlite.org
 
About CareFlite
CareFlite is a Texas-based nonprofit emergency medical transport service that has served North Texas and Southern Oklahoma since 1979, delivering air and ground ambulance services with unwavering commitment to safety, clinical excellence, and community partnership.