ESSEX and Herts Air Ambulance’s (EHAAT) new airbase in North Weald became operational with the critical care team taking off on its first mission from the site.

The critical care team were sent to an incident in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, by the East of England Ambulance Service, on April 28.

It was a “historic” event for the airbase in North Weald, Essex, which was purpose built for EHAAT and was completed in February this year.

Cliff Gale, operations director at EHAAT, said: “The first mission of our new airbase is a historic landmark for the charity and we would like to thank all of our amazing supporters who have made this first-class facility possible.

“The first mission is the culmination of a great deal of commitment, planning and hard work. We are delighted to see our crews operational from the new base by helicopter and rapid response vehicle. This building will give the charity a home for decades to come with facilities that will allow us to continue providing a world-class clinical service.”

THANK YOU to those in the EHAAT for working hard to keep people safe across Essex and Hertfordshire.