Our Aircraft

Our Aircraft

Meet our state-of-the-art Airbus H145-D3 helicopters, providing emergency medical response 24/7.

About G-YORX

  • Primary Role: Emergency medical air response
  • Model: Airbus H145-D3
  • Registration: G-YORX
  • Entered Service: Summer 2023
  • Base Location: Topcliffe Airbase, North Yorkshire

G-YORX
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Helicopter hovering

About G-YAAA

  • Primary Role: Emergency medical air response
  • Model: Airbus H145-D3
  • Registration: G-YAAA
  • Entered Service: Summer 2023
  • Base Location: Topcliffe Airbase, North Yorkshire

G-YAAA
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About G-YAIR

  • Primary Role: Emergency medical air response
  • Model: Airbus H145-D3
  • Registration: G-YAIR
  • Entered Service: Winter 2024
  • Base Location: Topcliffe Airbase, North Yorkshire

G-YAIR
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Airbus H145-D3 Helicopter Specs

The Airbus H145-D3 is a twin-engine light utility helicopter designed for high-performance emergency medical services, search and rescue, and law enforcement operations. It is one of the most reliable and efficient helicopters in its class, equipped with cutting-edge technology to support life-saving missions.

  • Maximum Altitude: 6,095 metres (20,000 feet)
  • Length: 13.54 metres
  • Main Rotor Diameter: 10.8 metres
  • Cabin Volume: 6.03 cubic metres
  • Maximum Takeoff Weight: 3,800 kg
  • Engines: Twin Safran Arriel 2E turboshaft engines
  • Maximum Speed: 173 mph (150 knots)
  • Operational Range: Up to 544 miles with auxiliary fuel tanks
Fundraising volunteers

DID YOU KNOW?

We are operational 365 days a year.

YAA receives no statutory funding – every mission relies on your generosity.

81p of every £1 donated goes directly to delivering our life-saving services.

Our volunteers supported over 2,370 events, talks, and cash collections last year.

YAA crew provided emergency care to over 890 people across Yorkshire last year.

Our fleet covered thousands of miles across Yorkshire last year, with 83% of missions flown by helicopter and 17% by rapid response vehicle (RRV).

Our helicopters bring A&E to scene of an incident, equipped with advanced medicines and surgical technology administered by a specialist Critical Care Team.

YAA’s dedicated team includes five trained Mental Health First Aiders to support the well-being of our staff.

For every pound donated by a UK taxpayer, YAA can receive an extra 25p through Gift Aid – that added up to £218,000 last year!

Our volunteers gave 251 talks across Yorkshire last year, spreading awareness and helping to save lives with every word.

So, thanks to your generosity, we can be there when you need us the most.

Watch our Helicopters in Action

Yorkshire Air 999 is the latest TV series showcasing the critical work of Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA). It offers an up-close look at the life-saving missions our crew carries out across the region. With exclusive access to emergency callouts, medical procedures, and the stories of the people we rescue, the show highlights the complexity and compassion involved in every mission.

Want to see G-YORX in action? Tune in to watch how our helicopter are making a difference in real emergencies.

Visit Our Yorkshire Air 999 Page

Current Missions

View Mission Log

G-YORX
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G-YAAA
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G-YAIR
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Helicopter Visits

We get lots of requests each year for us to bring our helicopters to visit various events across the region, the majority of which take place throughout the summer months.

To see where we will be landing and read more about how you can request a visit at your event, visit our Helicopter Visits page.

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