Why are our helicopters red?
We are often asked this question, so why not turn it into a creative lesson?

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Why are our helicopters red?

Patient stories
An unexpected holiday excursion
During a family camping holiday near Ilfracombe, David started to experience chest pains.

Patient stories
The terrible tragedy of a road traffic collision
Sadly, not all patients we attend have the happy outcomes we would wish for them.

Fundraising stories
Exeter Round Table celebrates £100k of support for DAA
Devon Air Ambulance is the beneficiary of years of fundraising support.

Patient stories
A split second almost changed Macauley’s life forever
Macauley sustained a serious head injury when he slipped on ice and spooked a horse that kicked out.

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Aircraft safety at Devon Air Ambulance
Crew and public safety is central to every mission. Paramedic, Aaron Bushnell shares operational insights.

Patient stories
Coming back from the unthinkable
Alex was left fighting for his life when a 7.5 tonne Royal Mail van crashed into him during his walk home

Patient stories
A misjudged moment
Although Sonia was riding her moped on a well known road, she couldn’t have predicted her sunny day would end like this

Patient stories
A summer hospital stay for dog-walking teacher
Mary Marker was walking her dog in Chudleigh, when she was hit by a car leaving her with multiple injuries.

Blog, Volunteer stories
A story of mental health recovery
A volunteer shares an important story on World Mental Health day 2024