Yorkshire Air Ambulance Charity relies on the generosity of individuals and organisations to help save lives across Yorkshire.
Our People
Our two air ambulance helicopters fly daily. One has a crew consisting of a highly trained Pilot, a Critical Care consultant-level Doctor with experience in A&E and an Anaesthesia specialism, and a Critical Care Paramedic, and the other has a crew consisting of a highly trained Pilot and two Critical Care Paramedics.
Together, they form a highly skilled team that responds to over 1,500 incidents, treats over 1,100 patients, and flies over 330 patients to major trauma centres and other hospitals across the county each year.
George Rieger
Pilot
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Pilot
Meet George Rieger, one of our experienced Line Pilots at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. George lives just over the border in Nottinghamshire but has strong family ties to the Howardian Hills in North Yorkshire, where he spent much of his childhood and still enjoys visiting today. He began flight training in the USA back in 2009 … Read more
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Charlotte Bray
West Community Fundraiser
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West Community Fundraiser
West Community Fundraiser Charlotte Bray is one of our West Yorkshire Community Fundraisers, covering Halifax, Huddersfield and Bradford. She joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2025 and brings plenty of energy and enthusiasm to the role. From organising and attending events to arranging bucket collections and stewarding our incredible supporters, Charlotte works closely with our brilliant … Read more
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Claire McGivern
Technical Crew Member
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Technical Crew Member
Meet Claire McGivern, one of our skilled Technical Crew Members (TCMs) who joined the Yorkshire Air Ambulance team in November 2024. Originally from Hull, Claire now lives in Gilberdyke, East Yorkshire. As a TCM, Claire plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our aircraft. She carries out essential pre-flight checks, … Read more
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Lisa Dale
Clinical Support Officer
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Clinical Support Officer
Meet Lisa Dale, our Clinical Support Officer who joined the Yorkshire Air Ambulance team in September 2024. Born and raised in Sheffield, Lisa brings with her a wealth of experience after 27 years in the NHS, primarily in the Acute and Emergency Medicine directorate. In her new role at YAA, Lisa is focused on supporting … Read more
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David Rose
Trustee
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Trustee
A former newspaper and radio journalist, David’s 40-year career in marketing communications includes senior roles in the UK, the US and the Middle East. He returned to the UK from Australia in 2022 and is currently responsible for external engagement and advocacy on behalf of the University of Leeds.
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Karina Tape
South Community Fundraiser
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South Community Fundraiser
Meet Karina Tape, one of our South Yorkshire Community Fundraisers here at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Karina joined our team in March 2024, bringing with her over two decades of retail and hospitality experience. With boundless enthusiasm and a knack for building connections, you can find Karina immersed in a range of fundraising activities, from organising and attending events to hosting talks, working alongside our incredible volunteers, arranging bucket collections, and ensuring our collection tins from local businesses are well taken care of.
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Richie Campbell
Senior Technical Crew Member
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Senior Technical Crew Member
Meet Richie, one of our Technical Crew Members, who joined our team in February 2024. Proudly calling Sheffield home, Richie brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his role, ensuring the safety and optimal performance of our aircraft.
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Tom Chatwyn
HEMS Team Leader
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HEMS Team Leader
Meet Tom Chatwyn, a highly skilled HEMS Paramedic at Yorkshire Air Ambulance, who became an integral part of our team in October 2023. Tom’s roots are in Sheffield, but he now calls the picturesque Wharfedale valley in West Yorkshire home.
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Stewart Ashburner-Mcmanus
HEMS Paramedic
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HEMS Paramedic
Stewart Ashburner-Mcmanus, is one of our HEMS Paramedics at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Although originally from Bolton and remains a proud Lancastrian, he has warmly adopted Yorkshire as his home. While his surroundings may have changed, he still retains his distinctive Bolton accent and the firm belief that a bread roll is forever a “barm cake” in his eyes.
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Sarah Pogson
Merchandise Co-ordinator
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Merchandise Co-ordinator
Sarah Pogson is our friendly Merchandise Co-ordinator at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Sarah is from the charming town of Holmfirth and forms part of our Marketing team. Sarah is responsible for our online shop, ensuring our supporter’s orders are sent out in a timely manner. Sarah also works closely with our fundraising teams, making sure they are well-equipped with the latest YAA merchandise for their stalls and events.
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Michelle Raine
North Community Fundraiser
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North Community Fundraiser
Meet Michelle Raine, our extraordinary Community Fundraiser for North Yorkshire at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Nestled in the idyllic area of Wensleydale, Michelle joined our dynamic fundraising team in June 2023, ready to make a profound impact on the lives of others.
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Charles Handscomb
Finance Officer
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Finance Officer
Meet Charles Handscomb, our charismatic Finance Officer. Hailing from the bustling streets of London, Charles made the move up north in 2004 and is now very proud to be a Yorkshireman (Although his accent still needs some work). He joined our head office team in April 2023 and has been instrumental in handling the financial intricacies of our charity’s diverse income streams.
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Claire Roberts
Regional Administrator West & South
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Regional Administrator West & South
Introducing Claire Roberts, our delightful West and South Regional Administrator. With her warm and friendly demeanour, Claire is the first point of contact for your queries and concerns, ensuring that your questions are answered promptly and efficiently. She also plays a vital role in booking events across the two regions, meticulously logging donations, and providing invaluable administrative support to our dedicated fundraising teams.
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Stephen Kenworthy
Technical Crew Member
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Technical Crew Member
Stephen lives in West Yorkshire, in the picturesque market town of Otley. He joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in March 2023. Before joining YAA, Steven was in the Army for six years, serving in the Royal Logistics Corps as a Driver.
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Loz Lyles
Technical Crew Member
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Technical Crew Member
Loz is our first female TCM , she lives in Batley in West Yorkshire and joined YAA in March 2023. She began her career following a bet with her brother, who insisted she could never become a Ski Instructor. Sure enough, 6 months later Loz was fully licenced and hit the Canadian slopes for two years before returning to the UK.
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Rebecca Selkirk
PR & Engagement Manager
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PR & Engagement Manager
Meet Rebecca Selkirk, our bubbly Public Relations and Engagement Manager at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. A proud Northerner, Rebecca lives in Leeds and joined the YAA team in January 2023. With a zest for storytelling, she is responsible for sharing the incredible tales of our fundraising triumphs, charity milestones, and heartwarming patient stories with local press publications. Through her efforts, she ensures that the vital mission of our charity resonates far and wide.
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Jane Horrod
North Community Fundraiser
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North Community Fundraiser
Introducing Jane Horrod, one of our friendly North Yorkshire Community Fundraisers at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. With a wealth of experience as a journalist and in the public relations industry, Jane joined our charity in September 2022, bringing her expertise and boundless enthusiasm to the team. Day in and day out, you can find Jane immersed in a whirlwind of fundraising activities, from organising and attending events to hosting talks, working alongside our incredible volunteers, arranging bucket collections, and ensuring our collection tins from local businesses are well taken care of.
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Adele Garland
Social Media Executive
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Social Media Executive
Introducing Adele Garland, our vibrant and talented Social Media Executive. With her infectious energy and creative flair, Adele takes the reins of our online platforms, weaving her magic to engage and captivate audiences. From our crew of pilots and paramedics to our fundraising teams and head office staff, she effortlessly brings everyone together to create captivating content that spreads joy and raises awareness of our vital missions.
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Lindsey Newey
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Lindsey lives in Sheffield and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. Studying to become a Paramedic at Coventry University before going on to work in Bristol, for South Western Ambulance Service, Becky then moved to Yorkshire Ambulance Service before joining YAA.
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Becky Knight
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Becky is from Wakefield and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. She previously worked a dual role as an ambulance paramedic and lecturer practitioner in Human and Health Sciences at the University of Huddersfield.
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Tammy Williams
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Tammy joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. After completing a three-year BSC Paramedic Science degree in London and qualifying in 2016, Tammy initially worked out of Deptford, before coming back up to Yorkshire where she was based at Wakefield before joining YAA.
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Fiona Blaylock
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Fiona is from Harrogate and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. She previously worked as a Combat Medical Technician in the army and in a prison healthcare department before becoming a Paramedic in 2013.
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Andy Watson
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Andy lives in Leeds and has been a Paramedic for four years and progressed to Team Leader, before joining Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. Prior to working as a Paramedic, Andy was a personal trainer, a bodyguard, and was in the military.
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Sam Berridge
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Sam lives in Bridlington and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. He began his career working in the Coast Guard Search and Rescue Team for nine years and joined the ambulance service in 2016. He worked his way up to Team Leader before joining the Charity.
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Terri-ann Lonie
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Terri-ann became a Paramedic in 2017, initially based out of Keighley, then Pateley Bridge, and finally Harrogate. She then completed a secondment at HART, Yorkshire’s Hazardous Area Response Team, before joining Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022.
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Ruth Crossley
Finance Manager
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Finance Manager
Meet Ruth Crossley, Finance Manager at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Proudly residing in the vibrant town of Huddersfield, Ruth became an invaluable member of our YAA team in November 2020. It’s worth noting that Ruth’s journey began amidst the challenges of the second Covid-19 lockdown, which meant she didn’t have the chance to meet her YAA colleagues face-to-face for a remarkable six months!
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Laura Wilson
HR Manager
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HR Manager
Laura joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2021 as HR Manager. She has a degree in Psychology and Human Resources Management and is CIPD qualified. Laura has worked in a variety of HR roles within a variety of sectors during her career – housing, utilities, financial services, and construction.
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Gemma Richmond
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Read MoreGemma Richmond
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Gemma joined the Yorkshire Ambulance Service in 2002 as a Technician and worked at Menston Ambulance Station as an AEMT (Advanced Emergency Medical Technician) until she was offered a position at HART, Yorkshire’s Hazardous Area Response Team. It was there she completed her Paramedic training and remained on the unit for eight years before joining YAA.
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James Eastwood
Trustee
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Trustee
From a background in engineering, James has been the Group IT Director of Renew Holdings since 2002, responsible for the provision of IT/IS throughout the transformation of the holding company from YJL/Montpellier (construction/property/investments) to Renew Holdings (providing multi discipline engineering services).
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Dr Judith Parker
Trustee
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Trustee
Judith became a Trustee for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) in 2016 and is a retired GP, having worked in General Practice in Huddersfield for 26 years. During this time she also had a variety of senior clinical management roles and was active in delivering post-graduate education to all grades of frontline health professionals.
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Percy Pilot
Pilot Mascot
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Pilot Mascot
Percy joined the Yorkshire Air Ambulance in the summer of 2017 as a Pilot Mascot and has been working hard for us ever since. Attending a huge number of events and helping our fundraisers to tell as many people as possible about the work that we do saving lives across Yorkshire.
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Keiron Hardwick
East Community Fundraiser
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East Community Fundraiser
Meet Keiron Hardwick, our dedicated Community Fundraiser for East & North Yorkshire. Originally from Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Keiron now resides in the picturesque village of Hunmanby near Filey. His passion for our charity runs deep, as he was a dedicated volunteer long before joining our team full-time in February 2020.
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Helen Berriman
Corporate Fundraising Manager
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Corporate Fundraising Manager
Helen Berriman is our West Regional Fundraiser. Helen joined the Charity in January 2020 as one of our West Yorkshire Community Fundraisers, having previously worked in the Hospitality industry for the last 16 years and was promoted to West Yorkshire Regional Fundraiser in 2021.
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Paul Holmes
YAA Operations Manager
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YAA Operations Manager
Paul joined the ambulance service in 1999 as an Ambulance Technician (now called EMT). In 2003 he became a qualified Paramedic, being promoted in 2007 to a Clinical Team Educator. He was then promoted to the role of Clinical Team Leader in 2010. The two positions then merged in 2012 to become a Clinical Supervisor. He was asked to undertake a secondment as a Locality Manager in Doncaster before returning as a Clinical Supervisor prior to joining the YAA. In 2015 he was successful in his assessments and obtained a place on the unit, becoming a permanent member of staff in 2017.
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Matty McCabe
Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
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Specialist Paramedic Critical Care – HEMS
Matty McCabe is one of our HEMS Specialist Paramedics – Critical Care, and he first joined the charity in April 2019. He previously worked at Yorkshire Ambulance Service as a Paramedic at Wakefield and Clinical Supervisor in Huddersfield and Wakefield and prior to joining YAS, he worked in West Midlands as a Paramedic.
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Clare Deacon
North Regional Fundraiser
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North Regional Fundraiser
Clare Deacon is one of our Community Fundraisers in the North region. She joined the Charity in January 2020, initially working in our North region as Community Fundraiser, before moving to West in 2022. Clare moved back to North as Regional Fundraiser in January 2024.
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Vickie Cowan
Regional Fundraising Manager (West and South)
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Regional Fundraising Manager (West and South)
Vickie Cowan is our Regional Fundraising Manager (West and South) and has worked for the Charity since 2016. Vickie joined the Charity as West Yorkshire Community Fundraiser, becoming West Yorkshire Regional Fundraiser in 2018 and Regional Fundraising Manager in November 2021. Vickie’s role involves overseeing all of the fundraising in West and South Yorkshire, working closely with West and South Regional and Community Fundraisers.
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Tessa Klemz
Regional Fundraising Manager (North and East)
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Regional Fundraising Manager (North and East)
Tessa Klemz is our Regional Fundraising Manager for the North and East regions. She joined the Charity in 2019 as North Region Community Fundraiser and was promoted to Regional Fundraiser in 2022. Tessa was promoted to her current role in January 2024.
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Rob Scott
East Regional Fundraiser
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East Regional Fundraiser
Rob Scott first joined the Charity as a volunteer in 2015 and then became one of our East Yorkshire Fundraisers in 2018. Rob is responsible for overseeing all the fundraising in the East Yorkshire region, working alongside Kevin and Keiron.
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Kerry Dwyer
Director of Public Fundraising
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Director of Public Fundraising
Kerry Dwyer is our Director of Fundraising for West and South Yorkshire and has worked for YAA since 2009. She is jointly responsible, alongside Helen, for overseeing our fundraising teams, implementing fundraising strategies, and making sure we’re reaching our fundraising targets.
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Leanne Seward
Brand and Marketing Manager
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Brand and Marketing Manager
Allow us to introduce Leanne Seward, our very talented Brand and Marketing Manager at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Joining the charity in 2019, Leanne brought with her a wealth of experience in the realm of charitable organisations. With unwavering passion and dedication, she takes charge of all our branding and promotional marketing materials and is the driving force behind Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s impactful digital and print presence.
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Dr Steve Rowe
Doctor
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Doctor
Dr Steve Rowe started working for the charity in 2009 and he’s one of our HEMS Consultants. Steve spends one day a fortnight on the air ambulance as part of his NHS duties and the rest of the time he is a Consultant Anaesthetist at Northern General Hospital in Sheffield.
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Mike Harrop
Trustee and Chairman
Read MoreMike Harrop
Trustee and Chairman
Mike joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) initially as a volunteer in 2017 and, due to his extensive background in the military, was subsequently invited to become a Trustee in 2019. Mike became YAA Vice Chairman in November 2022, and Chairman in July 2023.
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