Air Ambulance Northern Ireland

About Air Ambulance Northern Ireland

Air Ambulance NI, in partnership with the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS), provides the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) for the region. The charity’s operational helicopter carries a crew compiling pilot, doctor, and paramedic, 365 days of the year operating for twelve hours every day. They attend some of the most traumatic medical incidents across the province and are dedicated to delivering the very best possible pre- hospital care, both at the scene and whilst transferring the patient to the most appropriate hospital for their specific injuries. Our AW109 helicopter can get anywhere in the province in approximately twenty-five minutes and the rapid response is vital in an emergency situation. If a patient reaches hospital within the Golden Hour (60 minutes after their injury) their chances of survival are dramatically increased. What is not widely known is that Air Ambulance NI is a charity. Each day costs in the region of £8,200 and £3m is needed each year to keep our Air Ambualnce service operational. We rely entirely on support from the public and local businesses, including Gifts in Wills. Air Ambulance NI is fortunate to count on tremendous public support and good will, and we will never take this for granted. It’s not only the medical crew who save lives, but the people who support our service. Thank you to everyone for your support. Charity Registration 103900