12-Year-Old Rescued by YAA After Serious Off-Road Go-Kart Accident at Great Ouseburn

Eli Jackson, a 12-year-old from North Yorkshire, is set to appear in the next episode of Yorkshire Air 999, airing on Really at 9 PM on Friday, February 14th. The episode showcases the rapid response of Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s (YAA) critical care team after Eli was seriously injured in an off-road buggy accident.

With Eli’s family by his side, the YAA team carried out a full assessment and determined that his open fracture required urgent treatment to prevent further complications.

To manage the intense pain before realigning his arm, the team administered morphine, a powerful analgesic. Once relaxed, Dr Rob carefully straightened the fracture by securing Eli’s arm in a vacuum splint, minimising further movement during the journey to the hospital.

After assessing the situation, the YAA crew coordinated with the land ambulance team to transfer Eli to Leeds General Infirmary, a major trauma centre, by road. There, a team of specialists was ready to perform surgery to repair his arm, securing it with wires and a plaster cast. He is expected to make a full recovery.

Reflecting on the incident, Eli said, “I’m really grateful to the Yorkshire Air Ambulance team for helping me that day. I took the turn too fast, and before I knew it, the buggy flipped over. I was in a lot of pain and scared, but the team kept me calm and made sure I was ok. I’m so thankful to everyone who helped me.”

Paramedic Tammy added, “Eli was very lucky in this case. Given the injuries he suffered, the weight of the buggy, and the speed he was travelling at without any protective gear, this could have been a very different story – I’m so pleased to hear that he is set to make a full recovery.”

Yorkshire Air 999 continues to offer a unique insight into the vital work of Yorkshire Air Ambulance, highlighting the critical role the service plays in saving lives across the region. The episode also follows the YAA team as they respond to other emergencies, including a woman who fell from her motorbike at 45mph in the rural dales, suffering a fractured knee; a man who fell 30 feet from a ladder while working on a house; and a man at risk of losing his arm after suffering severe nerve damage from an angle grinder accident at work.

Factory Worker’s Arm Saved Following Horrific Grinder Accident in Wakefield

Factory worker, Adrian Sobanski, from Wakefield will feature in the upcoming episode of Yorkshire Air 999, airing on Really at 9PM on Friday, February 14th. The episode showcases the rapid response of Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s (YAA) critical care team after Adrian suffered a serious accident at work, which left him with life-threatening injuries.

Upon arrival, YAA’s medical team, consisting of Dr Paul Onion and specialist paramedic Sammy Wills, found Adrian conscious but in a critical condition. A local land ambulance crew, who were also tasked to the incident, had arrived just minutes earlier and had begun a primary assessment of his injuries.

As the YAA team prepared Adrian for transport to hospital, Sammy packed the wound with a specialist Celox dressing designed to control bleeding and maintain stability during the journey. She explained, “This dressing is a fantastic bit of kit—it’s usually impregnated with ground seashells, which help the blood to clot and stop the bleeding more effectively”.

Adrian was transported to Leeds General Infirmary, where a specialist trauma team awaited his arrival. Upon reaching the hospital, Adrian underwent a four-hour surgery to repair the damage to his arm. Despite concerns about nerve damage to his blood vessels, the swift intervention of YAA’s critical care team gave Adrian the best chance to keep his arm.

Adrian’s recovery is expected to take 18-24 months, but he is already back at work and committed to regaining full use of his arm. Reflecting on the incident, Adrian said, “It was scary how quickly I was losing blood. My colleagues did an amazing job applying the tourniquets and stopping me from bleeding out before help arrived, I can’t thank them enough for what they did. And the YAA team arrived so quickly, and I’m convinced that if it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t be here today”.

Adrian’s recovery is expected to take 18-24 months, but he is already back at work and committed to regaining full use of his arm. Reflecting on the incident, Adrian said, “It was scary how quickly I was losing blood. My colleagues did an amazing job applying the tourniquets and stopping me from bleeding out before help arrived, I can’t thank them enough for what they did. And the YAA team arrived so quickly, and I’m convinced that if it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t be here today”.

Yorkshire Air 999 continues to offer a unique insight into the vital work of Yorkshire Air Ambulance, highlighting the critical role the service plays in saving lives across the region. The episode also follows the YAA team as they respond to other emergencies, including a woman who fell from her motorbike at 45mph in the rural dales; a man who fell 30 feet from a ladder while working on a house and 12-year-old boy who was involved in an off-road buggy accident.

Rugby Coach Survives Cardiac Arrest on the Pitch Thanks to YAA’s Rapid Response

Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s hit TV series, Yorkshire Air 999, returns after a season break this Friday, 7th February, at 9 PM on Really, bringing viewers closer than ever to Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s lifesaving missions. In this week’s gripping episode, the team races against time to save a beloved rugby coach who collapsed after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest.

Commenting his decision to go by road, Andy explained, “In cases like this, the helicopter would have taken longer to get airborne and find a suitable landing site. With it being so close to base, going by road, meant we could be there faster to deliver the care Lee desperately needed”.

Arriving first on scene, with a double crewed land ambulance just 5 minutes behind, Andy and Richie worked alongside the rugby team, who had already delivered two defibrillator shocks to Lee’s heart. Despite brief signs of response, Lee’s heart remained unstable, and his condition was critical.

The team continued CPR, delivering three more lifesaving shocks while also providing advanced interventions, including IV adrenaline, in an effort to restart Lee’s heart. After more than 10 minutes of continuous resuscitation, Lee finally began showing signs of life, with a faint but detectable pulse.

Now on the road to recovery, Lee continues to coach rugby and is determined to return to the pitch alongside his teammates. Lee continued, “All the lads that worked on me that day, giving me CPR and using the defibrillator, I could never thank them enough. Without them, and the help of Yorkshire Air Ambulances team, I wouldn’t be here today. It’s still nerve-wracking every time I step onto the field where it happened, but bit by bit it’s getting easier.”

Yorkshire Air Ambulance attends hundreds of cardiac emergencies like Lee’s every year. With a survival rate of less than 8% for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, early CPR and defibrillation are crucial. Andy said, “Lee is a similar age to me, and it really makes you think—this can happen to anyone. When we handed him over at the hospital, all we could do was hope he pulled through. Seeing him doing well now is incredible”.

The episode will also follow the YAA team as they respond to other emergencies such as a serious road traffic collision, leaving a patient with serious hip and wrist injuries, an equestrian who broke her back after falling from a racehorse, and a cyclist who fell from his adapted bike in the rural dales.

Armadillo Storage Extends Partnership with Yorkshire Air Ambulance

The conveniently located storage unit serves as a vital hub for YAA’s South Yorkshire fundraising operations, providing easy access to essential materials. It houses everything from event equipment and promotional merchandise to fundraising supplies and volunteer resources, ensuring the team is well-prepared to maximise their impact at events across the region.

Gripple Raises Over £27,500 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s Lifesaving Work

As a 100% employee-owned business, Gripple’s charitable arm, the Gripple Foundation, is committed to supporting local causes, and YAA was proudly chosen as its Charity of the Year for 2024.

In 2024 alone, Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s critical care team treated 1,297 patients, including 326 cardiac arrest cases, and delivered 417 lifesaving interventions. As an independent charity, YAA relies entirely on the generosity of businesses like Gripple and public donations to continue providing this essential service.

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Yorkshire Air Ambulance Launches Campaign to Add Supporters’ Names to Its fleet of Helicopters

Each supporter will receive a personalised digital certificate to confirm their place on the helicopter and will also be able to track the location of their name using an online name finder, enabling them to see their contribution to YAA’s lifesaving work.

Tessa Klemz, Regional Fundraising Manager for North & East Yorkshire, understands how meaningful this campaign will be to those who have been directly impacted by YAA’s work. She said, “Having your name on our helicopter is something that has been requested time and time again by our supporters, especially those who’ve been directly impacted by our work. We are incredibly proud to finally offer this opportunity to the people of Yorkshire. Whether it’s your name, a loved one’s, or a tribute in memory of someone special.  ‘A Year Over Yorkshire’ is our way of showing that every name, every donation, and every supporter is part of our lifesaving journey. We’re excited to take these names to the skies as we continue saving lives across the region.”

As part of the campaign’s initial launch, 20 names from the first panel to be filled will be selected at random. These lucky supporters will receive an exclusive invitation to visit YAA’s Nostell Air Support Unit, where they can see their name displayed on the helicopter in person and meet some of the crew who carry out lifesaving missions every day.

‘A Year Over Yorkshire’ is open for submissions now and supporters are encouraged to secure their place early to avoid disappointment.   All terms and conditions can be found on the YAA website.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance Unveils Stunning Drone Show in Partnership with SKYMAGIC to Launch its 25th Anniversary Year

The breathtaking show, which premiered on Yorkshire Air Ambulance’s YouTube and social media channels, has already captivated hundreds of viewers.

Adding to the authenticity, the cinematic video, created by Northern Visuals based in Hull, captures the essence of a real-life YAA mission, using the voiced of actual YAA crew members which was recorded during a live incident, creating an immersive and emotional experience that highlights the Charity’s lifesaving work. The show was also generously designed and produced by SKYMAGIC free of charge, making it a truly special gift to mark the beginning of YAA’s milestone year.

SKYMAGIC, renowned for their high-profile drone shows – including performing for His Majesty Kind Charles III at the 2023 coronation concert at Windsor Castle, marketing the 80th anniversary of D-Day, and even landing a 3D A380 plane on the North Runway of the newly renamed Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi – brought their world-class expertise to this unique collaboration.

The drone show is just the beginning of a year-long series of events and initiatives to mark Yorkshire Air Amblance’s milestone 25th anniversary.

Watch the breathtaking drone show and celebrate 25 years of lifesaving missions across Yorkshire by clicking here.

Yorkshire Receives an Early Christmas Gift as YAA Welcomes New Helicopter to its Fleet

This latest addition to the fleet will join YAA’s existing aircrafts, G-YAAA and G-YORX, forming part of a rotational system that will ensure the charity remains operationally resilient. This vital addition will provide a no-notice replacement during scheduled maintenance, unexpected repairs, and mandatory crew training. By eliminating the need for leased aircraft during these periods, G-YAIR will enable YAA to maintain seamless lifesaving coverage across the region, ensuring operational availability remains as close to 100% as possible.

Inside the cabin, the medical crew benefits from a modern wheeled stretcher system, making patient loading and unloading faster and easier. This system reduces the need for manual lifting, improving both efficiency and safety during missions.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance Aims to Raise Over £20,000 in a Week to Fund Vital Crew Kit

Yorkshire Air Ambulance is participating in The Big Give for the second consecutive year. In 2023, the charity successfully raised £19,000, covering the charities then daily operational costs. As an independent charity, YAA relies entirely on the generosity and support of people across Yorkshire to fund its vital service, ensuring that the crew can continue to deliver lifesaving care to those in need.

Kerry Dwyer, Director of Public Fundraising at Yorkshire Air Ambulance, expressed her sincere thanks to all supporters ahead of the campaign. She said, “The flight suits and helmets we are raising funds for are vital to our crew’s safety and ability to perform lifesaving missions across Yorkshire. Thanks to our generous match funders, every pound donated during The Big Give will be doubled – turning a £10 donation into a £20 contribution, without any extra cost to the donor.

On behalf of everyone at YAA, I extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who is able to donate to our Big Give campaign. Whether big or small, every contribution will make a significant impact and without your support, reaching our target would not be possible”.

To learn more about The Big Give or to make a donation, please click here and help YAA reach its goal before midday on Tuesday, 10th December, to help keep the crew ready to save lives in the year ahead.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance Called to Harrogate Rider’s Close Call After Being Crushed by Horse

Once inside the ambulance, Joe’s condition improved slightly, and he was able to move his toes, offering a hopeful sign amidst the worrying situation. Following on-scene care, the YAA crew worked with local paramedics to arrange his transfer by land ambulance to Leeds General Infirmary for further scans and treatment.

At the hospital, X-rays revealed that Joe had not suffered a spinal fracture, but he had broken eight ribs in the fall. He spent three days in the hospital recovering from his injuries and is continuing his rehabilitation at home.

Reflecting on the ordeal, Joe said, “As a horse rider, you never think these things will happen to you. I’ve ridden horses for three decades, but it all happened so quickly. I can’t thank the Yorkshire Air Ambulance team enough for the incredible care they gave me that day—they made a frightening experience so much more manageable”.

Speaking about equestrian-related incidents, Terri-Ann highlighted the risks involved. “There’s a lot of protective gear that horse riders wear, but if they aren’t wearing it, the injuries can be much worse when they fall. Thankfully, Joe was wearing his safety gear, which likely prevented even more serious injuries. We’re so pleased to learn he’s making a good recovery”.

The episode also follows the YAA team as they respond to a range of emergencies, including an elderly woman that had fallen from steep ladders in her garden, a cyclist that came off his bike on a country road breaking 14 bones including his neck and a 12-year-old boy that fell from a motorcross bike requiring emergency surgery for his leg.

Teen’s Leg Saved by Yorkshire Air Ambulance Medics After Serious Bike Accident in Grimethorpe

Throughout the ordeal, Reegan showed remarkable spirit, even jokingly nicknaming the YAA crew “Mr Orange” and “Mr Blue” after their distinctive uniforms. Tom said, “Despite the seriousness of the situation, Reegan’s humour and bravery brought positivity to a challenging job.”

Reegan began his recovery journey, which included intensive physiotherapy. Looking back on the accident, Reegan said, “The ground was so wet, and my bike just flipped when the wheel got stuck in a ditch. I’ve spent weeks playing video games while recovering, but I can’t wait to get back to riding—on a new bike! I even got to visit the Nostell air base with my family and see Tom again. My leg was still in its cage, but it was great to catch up and talk about everything that happened that day!

The episode also follows the YAA team as they respond to a range of emergencies, including an elderly woman that had fallen from steep ladders in her garden, a cyclist that came off his bike on a country road breaking 14 bones including his neck and a serious equestrian accident.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance Announces Plans for New Northern Air Support Unit

Following years of searching for a suitable site, YAA has agreed to purchase land on the outskirts of Skipton on Swale, just 3.5 miles from its current operations at RAF Topcliffe.

The new base will be purpose-built to reflect the exceptional facilities already established at YAA’s Nostell Air Support Unit near Wakefield. The proposed development will create a dedicated, long-term base for the northern region, providing stability for the Charity’s lifesaving operations and ensuring it is equipped to respond to emergencies efficiently.

Yorkshire Air Ambulance operates a fleet of advanced Airbus H145 helicopters, serving a population of five million people across four million acres. The Charity relies entirely on the generosity of its supporters, with every mission funded by public donations.