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A mis-judged moment

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

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Dog-walking teacher and former patient

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.

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Our retail volunteers

Blog, Volunteer stories

A story of mental health recovery

A volunteer shares an important story on World Mental Health day 2024

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Week of Thanks 2024

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You make our lifesaving work possible

During our annual Week of Thanks, we seek to express our gratitude for all your lifesaving support.

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Former patient Mina and family

Patient stories

One foot in the grave – Mina’s story

Mina suffered a serious open fracture when she suddenly fell into a concealed grave. Thankfully, our crew reached and treated Mina at the scene before airlifting her to hospital.

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Grand Summer Raffle winners 2024

News

Grand Summer Raffle 2024

Winners announced

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Exeter Racecourse partnership

News

Exeter Racecourse is Charity Partner

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Air Ambulance Week 2024

News

Air Ambulance Week 2024

The message of saving lives will be amplified once more during Air Ambulance Week this year.

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A life-changing hack

Patient stories

A life-changing hack

Early on in the story of DAA, a ride on Woodbury Common resulted in an airlift for Jeanette.

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Former patient fundraises following fall

Patient stories

From 30-foot drop to sky-high response

Craig’s 30-foot fall resulted in a Devon Air Ambulance flight. Here’s his account.

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