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🚨 It's Emergency Services Day – #999Day We took our campaign to Downing Street, handing in a petition calling for air ambulances to be able to land directly at hospitals 24/7, using safeguarded on-site helipads. Read more: buff.ly/7WdPZV1 #AAW2026 #AirAmbulanceWeek
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Today we are celebrating our 9th anniversary. Since 2017 the medical team has been tasked 5,731 times. Every flight is possible because of the generosity of our supporters, fundraisers, volunteers, partners & local communities. Thank you for being part of our journey. @NIAS999
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The APPG for Air Ambulances has published its new report, Critical Moments, Life-Saving Infrastructure: The Case for Safeguarded 24/7 On-Site Hospital Helipads at Major Trauma Centres and Specialist Hospital Read the full report and find out more: buff.ly/lJIcDky
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Congratulations to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland on reaching a major milestone with the purchase of its very first helicopter. 🚁 You can become part of its story through the Lift Off Together campaign! Find out more and support the campaign: buff.ly/tm9vmVA
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🚁 Uncovering More of Air Ambulances UK’s History 🚁 We’ve been digging deeper into our story and discovering even more about how Air Ambulances UK has grown to support the sector. 🕰️ Explore the full history we’ve uncovered: 👉 buff.ly/BxgT2hs
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Air Ambulance NI is celebrating a major milestone after launching its first self-owned helicopter. The state-of-the-art aircraft will help the charity respond to more emergencies across Northern Ireland. Among the guests attending Monday's launch was Conor McMullan, who was the Air Ambulance NI's first-ever patient back in 2017. 🎥 Dylan Hegarty
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Today, we’re proud to announce the purchase of our very first owned helicopter - an AW109SP that will become our primary helicopter from late this summer. This huge milestone has been possible thanks to the incredible people who support our service 🚁 airambulanceni.org/news/lift…
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✉️ Have you ever considered asking your local MP to support the work of air ambulance charities? Support us by asking your MP to join the APPGAA and champion the work of air ambulance charities. Find your MP and access the template here: buff.ly/yhkNhQn
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Ahead of the Easter break, we’re asking all road users to help police to keep the roads safe. We want you to take care on the roads and so our message is clear – please put road safety first. #MoreThanAStatistic
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💙 Volunteers have always been at the heart of air ambulance charities—and they remain essential to the sector today. Find out more about volunteering with your local air ambulance: 🔗 buff.ly/h2T5ddo
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Air Ambulance NI works in partnership with @NIAS999 to deliver the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service for Northern Ireland. We all hope to never need the Air Ambulance but it’s there, when you need it most 🚁❤️ #MissionUpdate
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We’re at the House of Commons this week, showcasing the lifesaving work of the UK’s 21 air ambulance charities. Keep an eye out for more updates and highlights from the exhibition! #AirAmbulancesUK #ParliamentExhibition #LifesavingWork 📷
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Episode 7 of Seconds Count “Flying High”, featuring HEMS Operational Lead Paramedic Glenn O’Rorke, is out now. Spotify: creators.spotify.com/pod/pro… YouTube: youtu.be/lyci94bTvpI Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
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A wintry #ViewFromTheCrew taken from HM23 overlooking the Sperrin Mountains. ⛰️❄️ We all hope to never need the Air Ambulance, but when the worst happens, it is there when you need it most, even in snowy conditions! 🚁☃️ #AirAmbulanceNI #PoweredByYourDonations
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As we look ahead to 2026, we extend a sincere #ThankYou to everyone who has supported our life-saving charity. Your support helps ensure the Air Ambulance can continue to be there for those who need it most. 🚁❤️@999NIAS
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Yesterday marked an incredible milestone at the 2025 Air Ambulances UK Annual Conference and Awards of Excellence! 🚁💫 Discover the remarkable winners!✨ buff.ly/0mH161p Special thanks to Babcock International Group, our Principal Conference and Award Sponsor. 🚁
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We are absolutely delighted to share that our volunteer Marcus Christie has won ‘Charity Volunteer of the Year’ at the Air Ambulance UK Awards last night! 🚁 Thank you Marcus for everything you do and congratulations on this well deserved award 🏆👏🏻👏🏻
🏆 Charity Volunteer of the Year - Sponsored by: @wildinart Congrats to Marcus Christie, @AirAmbulanceNI! Marcus has raised £20k+ through a Kilimanjaro climb & gala, volunteered 80+ hours, delivered awareness talks, and now embarks to raise even more. 🚁
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🏆 Charity Volunteer of the Year - Sponsored by: @wildinart Congrats to Marcus Christie, @AirAmbulanceNI! Marcus has raised £20k+ through a Kilimanjaro climb & gala, volunteered 80+ hours, delivered awareness talks, and now embarks to raise even more. 🚁
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Today marks the beginning of #RoadSafetyWeek! 🚗🚛🏍️ Throughout the week, we’re not only raising awareness but also recognising the incredible generosity and support of people like you, who make every mission possible. 🚁Stay safe on the roads today and every day! @NIAS999
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Road users are advised to avoid the Moira Road at Nutts Corner, which is currently blocked due to a four vehicle road traffic collision. Please select an alternative route for your journey.
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