Yorkshire Air Ambulance

Yorkshire Air Ambulance We are an independent charity that provides a rapid response emergency service across Yorkshire.

Fancy joining the YAA fundraising team?🚁💛 We’re inviting anyone interested in becoming a Community Fundraiser in our No...
02/09/2026

Fancy joining the YAA fundraising team?🚁💛

We’re inviting anyone interested in becoming a Community Fundraiser in our North or West Yorkshire fundraising teams to come along to our Nostell Air Support Unit and find out more about the opportunities available.

This is a pop-in session, giving you the chance to:

💬 Chat to our fundraisers and find out what it’s like to be part of the team
🙋 Find out more about the fundraising roles available
🏠 Take a tour of our air support unit

📅 Monday 21 September
⏰ 6 pm – 8 pm
📍 Nostell Air Support Unit

Please register for the session by Friday 18 September.

Applications for the roles will open soon, so keep an eye on the careers page of our website for more information.

Come along, have a chat and discover how you could become part of the YAA team! 💛🚁

To register, simply head to yaa.org.uk/careers/fundraiser-recruitment-event-21st-september-2026/

Huge congratulations to Nick Parkes, who has made history by becoming the world’s first sudden cardiac arrest survivor t...
02/09/2026

Huge congratulations to Nick Parkes, who has made history by becoming the world’s first sudden cardiac arrest survivor to swim the full length of Loch Ness solo!

On Monday 31 August, Nick swam an incredible 36.2km (22.5 miles), completing the challenge in an amazing 11 hours and 57 minutes. 👏

After suffering a sudden cardiac arrest during a race at Rother Valley in 2023, Nick knows first-hand the importance of lifesaving emergency care. Our crew provided critical care at the scene and helped give Nick a second chance at life.

Now, he has taken on this incredible challenge to raise vital funds for YAA and Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK, helping support the lifesaving work of both charities. 💛

Nick, what an incredible achievement - we’re so proud to have been part of your journey. Congratulations! 🏊🚁💛

02/09/2026

Thinking about taking on Pedal to the Pad?🚴‍♂️🚁

Professional cyclist Harry Tanfield shares why our Pedal to the Pad sportive is a challenge worth taking on! 💛

Hear from Harry as he talks about the event, the challenge and what makes Pedal to the Pad such a special ride.

Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or looking for your next big challenge, there’s still time to get involved!

📅 Saturday 3 October 2026
🚴 102 miles or 30 miles
💛 Ride to raise vital funds for YAA

Watch the video to hear more from Harry and find out why you should take on the challenge!

Sign up today at yaa.org.uk/event/pedal-to-the-pad/

01/09/2026

This September, why not give pre-loved items a new lease of life while helping support YAA?

By donating unwanted clothes at one of our recycling banks, you can help reduce textile waste while raising vital funds to keep our helicopters flying and our crews ready to respond across Yorkshire. 🚁

Every donation can help to:

♻️ Reduce the amount of clothing going to landfill
🌍 Reduce waste and carbon emissions
🚁 Support our lifesaving emergency service

Find your nearest YAA recycling bank here yaa.org.uk/recycling/

Small actions can make a big difference. 💛

We’re delighted to welcome our new Receptionist Volunteers at our Nostell Air Support Unit!From today, our volunteers wi...
01/09/2026

We’re delighted to welcome our new Receptionist Volunteers at our Nostell Air Support Unit!

From today, our volunteers will be helping to welcome guests to the airbase, providing a friendly face at reception and supporting the team with a range of tasks.

Our volunteers play such an important role in helping us keep everything running smoothly, and we’re incredibly grateful for the time they give to support YAA. 🙌

Welcome to the team - we’re so pleased to have you with us! 💛🚁

Rachel Darling Love is living proof of the difference your support can make.🚁💛Rachel has always loved cycling, taking pa...
31/08/2026

Rachel Darling Love is living proof of the difference your support can make.🚁💛

Rachel has always loved cycling, taking part in numerous events including the UK Police Unity Tour. But one evening while cycling in Barton, Rachel suffered a devastating accident that left her fighting for her life.

Without the rapid intervention of our crew and their ability to fly a doctor directly to the scene, she may not have survived. Our doctor was able to provide critical care at the roadside before Rachel continued her journey to hospital, where she spent time in ITU, described as being near death and fighting for her life. After surgery and an incredible recovery, she was able to return home just 12 days later. 💛

Now, Rachel wants to pay it forward.

She has signed up for our very first Pedal to the Pad challenge and is taking on the long-distance route to raise money for YAA. 🚴‍♀️🚁

Rachel says: “You never know when you or a loved one will need this service… Your dosh really does make ALL the difference.”

And she’s absolutely right. As an independent charity, we rely on the generosity of our supporters to keep our helicopters flying and our crews ready to respond.

Join Rachel and take on Pedal to the Pad on Saturday 3 October 2026.

🚴 102 miles - Skipton Bridge Airbase to Nostell Airbase
🚴 30 miles - Finish at Norparts, Malton

Challenge yourself, help save lives and be part of something truly special.💛

👉 Find out more and sign up: yaa.org.uk/pedal-to-the-pad

Good luck, Nick! 💛Today, Nick Parkes takes on an incredible 22-mile swim across the full length of Loch Ness to raise vi...
31/08/2026

Good luck, Nick! 💛

Today, Nick Parkes takes on an incredible 22-mile swim across the full length of Loch Ness to raise vital funds for YAA.

In 2023, Nick suffered a cardiac arrest during a race at Rother Valley. He was given critical care by our crew at the scene and, after being declared dead for 20 minutes and spending two days in a coma, Nick came home. 💛

At 65, and following a double bypass, Nick is taking on this incredible challenge to help ensure YAA can continue being there for people when they need us most.

Nick, everyone at YAA is behind you today! We’re wishing you the very best of luck for your incredible swim. You’ve got this! 🚁💛

🏏💛 JUST ONE WEEK TO GO! 💛🏏The countdown is on! Next Sunday, the YAA Crew-saders will take part in a charity cricket matc...
30/08/2026

🏏💛 JUST ONE WEEK TO GO! 💛🏏

The countdown is on! Next Sunday, the YAA Crew-saders will take part in a charity cricket match - and it’s set to be a brilliant day of fun, competition and fundraising! 🚁🏏

📅 Sunday 6 September
📍 Cawthorne Cricket Club
🚁 Helicopter landing approx. 2:30 pm (subject to operational requirements)
🎟️ £5 entry | Kids go free!
🍔 BBQ food & drinks available all day

Come along, bring the family and cheer on our crew as they battle it out on the pitch – all while raising vital funds to support YAA. 💛

We’ll see you there! 🏏🚁

Fancy joining the YAA fundraising team?🚁💛 We’re inviting anyone interested in becoming a Community Fundraiser in our So...
29/08/2026

Fancy joining the YAA fundraising team?🚁💛

We’re inviting anyone interested in becoming a Community Fundraiser in our South or West Yorkshire fundraising teams to come along to our Nostell Air Support Unit and find out more about the opportunities available.

This is a pop-in session, giving you the chance to:

💬 Chat to our fundraisers and find out what it’s like to be part of the team
🙋 Find out more about the fundraising roles available
🏠 Take a tour of our air support unit

📅 Monday 21 September
⏰ 6 pm – 8 pm
📍 Nostell Air Support Unit

Please register for the session by Friday 18 September.

Applications for the roles will open soon, so keep an eye on the careers page of our website for more information.

Come along, have a chat and discover how you could become part of the YAA team! 💛🚁

To register, simply head to yaa.org.uk/careers/fundraiser-recruitment-event-21st-september-2026/

Five-year-old Arlo was absolutely over the moon when he got the chance to meet our Specialist Paramedic Wayne and Pilot ...
29/08/2026

Five-year-old Arlo was absolutely over the moon when he got the chance to meet our Specialist Paramedic Wayne and Pilot Garry – and even took this fantastic photo of our aircraft himself! 📸🚁

Arlo's Mum, Shauna said 'He’s watched all the episodes with the Yorkshire Air Ambulance on TV and had been hoping to get a closer look at your helicopter for some time.'

Thank you for coming to see us Arlo – we’re so glad we could make your day! 😊

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