The 42-year-old, originally from Hertfordshire, has had a varied career which has taken him across the world. We caught up with Bobby to find out more about his life before GNAAS, and how he’s finding his new role so far… Could you talk me through your career from the beginning up to now? So I … Continued
Suzanne Potts, 48, from Douglas, took on GNAAS’ Whirlybird Walkies challenge in May which involved walking a certain distance over the period of a month with a dog. Suzanne decided to get involved in the challenge as part of her recovery after undergoing extensive and complex surgery to treat stage 4 endometriosis. She said: “I … Continued
Just down the road from our HQ in Eaglescliffe are our neighbours AFPH based in Mandale Park, who offer high standard injury assessment, consultation, and treatment services. They serve the communities of Eaglescliffe, Yarm, and Teesside, with the goal of helping people achieve optimal musculoskeletal health and wellness through comprehensive and personalised care. Through a … Continued
Samantha Hymers, 29, originally from Chilton, was seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash on the A167 near Newton Aycliffe on 15 July 2019. Two helicopters from GNAAS attended scene, alongside the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) and the teams worked together to assess and treat both Mrs Hymers and the other driver’s injuries. Speaking about … Continued
IFGL is a leading independent provider of investment, savings and protection solutions to expats and wealthy local national clients based around the world. They are headquartered in the Isle of Man, with offices in the UK, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa and Uruguay. They have over 600 staff and manage assets of $27 … Continued
On 27 September, 11-month-old Winnie Atkinson, from Brampton, was having her first sleepover at her grandparents’ house in Brough, with her older sister Ada, 6, when she suddenly became unwell. Her mother Olivia Brummitt, 30, and father Dan Atkinson, 28, were enjoying their first date night since Winnie was born, in Carlisle, when they got … Continued
The charity, which has bases in the North East and Cumbria, is currently facing a crossroads as their iconic green and yellow aircraft are unfortunately coming to the end of their economically viable life. This is due to high maintenance costs and an increasing scarcity of spare parts for Dauphin N3 helicopters. These aircraft have … Continued
The stunning artwork was painted by renowned artist Philip Gray, who partnered with our charity, with the help of Clarendon Fine Art. Philip is an Irish extreme artist who is globally recognised for painting in unexpected and sometimes dangerous locations, including Mt Everest and under icebergs in Antarctica. In support of our charity, he painted Northumberland’s … Continued
The ‘Take Flight Raffle’ launched earlier this year to raise vital funds for the air ambulance charity, which relies on public donations to survive. Every £1 ticket bought will support GNAAS’ mission to keep families and communities together by providing life-saving care across the North. Unfortunately this year’s raffle has failed to reach the same … Continued
Drigg Young Farmers Club (Drigg YFC) pulled the replica, which is modelled on the Great North Air Ambulance Service’s (GNAAS) helicopter, from their village to GNAAS’ base in Langwathby, Penrith on 19 and 20 July. Over 80 members, the youngest being 11, along with older advisory members and friends of the club helped out, with … Continued
