The Yorkshire Air Ambulance operate one of their helicopters from Bagby Airfield near Thirsk. It is ideally located for reaching the North Yorkshire Moors and the Yorkshire coast. During busy period such as weekends, bank holidays and nice weather the population in these areas often swell in population as it is a haven for walkers, cyclists and tourists.
Bagby Airfield is situated 3 miles south of Thirsk and is an active airfield where many single, twin and Microlight aircrafts operate from. Bagby also provides a base for visiting planes who need to refuel, enjoy some lunch and overnight stays. The Airfield is also conveniently located for access to Thirsk, Harrogate, Ripon, The Vale of York and the North York Moors.
The Yorkshire Air Ambulance operate from two bases in Yorkshire, one of which is Bagby Airfield near Thirsk.
