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BEHIND EVERY MISSION IS A STORY THAT MATTERS

Read the stories of our patients and see how your donations help saves the lives of people just like you.

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Jason’s Story

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Verity in the helicopter, during her transfer

Verity’s Story

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Stephen on a base visit, standing with the crew who saved his life, in front of the helicopter.

Stephen G’s Story

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Richard Periam laughing

Richard’s Story

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Destiny sittiing in our helicopter, on a base visit, doing a peace sign.

Destiny’s Story

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Tony Thomas and his family on a base visit, in front of one of our critical care cars.

Tony T’s Story

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Roger dressed up as Santa with a thumbs up

Roger’s Story

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Joe and his family in front of our helicopter, on a base visit.

Joe H’s Story

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Rachael on a base visit, with The Air Ambulance crew, in front of a helicopter.

Rachael’s Story

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John Murphy on a base visit, standing in front of a helicopter.

John M’s Story

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ALL PATIENT STORIES

Being able to share their stories is what makes it possible for us to raise funds and keep flying.

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PATIENT AFTERCARE

PATIENT FEEDBACK

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Jess & Keith’s Story

Jess and Keith Wheatley have supported the air ambulance for many years, never thinking that one day they would need us.
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Abbi’s Story

On Sunday 26th May 2013 we received a call to say a little girl had been seriously injured – six minutes later we were in the helicopter and en-route to the scene.
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Kieren’s Story

A cycling accident left 14 year old Kieren Brown with multiple life-threatening injuries – but he’s now a fundraising hero.
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Ross’s Story

When serious injury strikes, every second counts. This is Ross’ story.
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Ben’s Story

An ordinary day at the office ended with Ben Linnett fighting for his life.

WHY WE SHARE THESE STORIES

Being able to share their stories is what makes it possible for us to raise funds and keep flying. We rely on our patients coming forward so if you’ve had personal experience of our local air ambulances we’d love to hear your story. Please fill out the form below and one of our team will be in touch.

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Every story we share shines a light on the incredible work our crews do and the lives they touch. It helps people understand the impact of their support—and reminds us all why this service matters.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR YOUR STORIES

We love hearing from our patients and their families.