East Anglian Air Ambulance, September 08, 2025 - This month, East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) marks a quarter of a century since it was founded in 2000.
In that time the charity, which provides advanced critical care 24/7 by air and road to the most seriously ill and injured people in the region, has treated more than 27,000 people – something that has only been possible thanks to public donations and support.
EAAA was officially registered with the Charity Commission on Sept. 6, 2000, with the first flights taking place one day a week in early 2001.
Crews from EAAA’s bases in Norwich and Cambridge now treat, on average, six people experiencing critical care emergencies, including cardiac arrests, road traffic collisions and medical emergencies, in its region every day.
EAAA is a charity that receives no regular government funding, relying almost entirely on public support.
Matthew Jones, CEO of East Anglian Air Ambulance, said: “Behind every statistic is a real person, a real family – a life changed, or a life saved because of the kindness of others. Thousands of stories that reflect the extraordinary impact our crews have made over the past 25 years. Every day, we see how generous donations translate into urgent care for people in our communities who are facing trauma or medical emergencies. Because of that selfless support, patients receive the right help at the right time, giving them the best possible chance of survival and recovery.”
“Our 25-year milestone is a moment to pause, reflect and give heartfelt thanks to the remarkable people who make our 24/7 life-saving work, by air and road, possible. Your continued support will help us reach even more people in the years to come.”
In that time the charity, which provides advanced critical care 24/7 by air and road to the most seriously ill and injured people in the region, has treated more than 27,000 people – something that has only been possible thanks to public donations and support.
EAAA was officially registered with the Charity Commission on Sept. 6, 2000, with the first flights taking place one day a week in early 2001.
Crews from EAAA’s bases in Norwich and Cambridge now treat, on average, six people experiencing critical care emergencies, including cardiac arrests, road traffic collisions and medical emergencies, in its region every day.
EAAA is a charity that receives no regular government funding, relying almost entirely on public support.
Matthew Jones, CEO of East Anglian Air Ambulance, said: “Behind every statistic is a real person, a real family – a life changed, or a life saved because of the kindness of others. Thousands of stories that reflect the extraordinary impact our crews have made over the past 25 years. Every day, we see how generous donations translate into urgent care for people in our communities who are facing trauma or medical emergencies. Because of that selfless support, patients receive the right help at the right time, giving them the best possible chance of survival and recovery.”
“Our 25-year milestone is a moment to pause, reflect and give heartfelt thanks to the remarkable people who make our 24/7 life-saving work, by air and road, possible. Your continued support will help us reach even more people in the years to come.”
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