Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA)

At Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA), our mission is simple: to ensure that no one in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help can’t get there in time.

As the nation's only charity air ambulance, SCAA plays a crucial role in responding to life-threatening accidents and medical emergencies across Scotland. Our highly skilled and experienced crew of paramedics and pilots operate from two helicopter air ambulances and two rapid response vehicles from bases in Perth and Aberdeen.

Whether it’s a serious accident, a medical emergency, or a trauma incident, SCAA is there to provide fast, expert care before delivering patients to hospitals across the country.

Our life-saving service is especially vital in Scotland’s most remote and rural areas. In many cases, receiving medical care within the first hour — the "Golden Hour" — is the difference between life and death. SCAA’s ability to reach those in need, no matter how far, ensures that critical time isn’t lost. When lives are at risk, every second matters, and SCAA’s fast response can greatly increase a patient's chances of survival and full recovery.

We work in partnership with the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) as part of Scotland’s emergency response network, covering over 30,000 square miles. Whether in the cities or the highlands, SCAA’s air ambulance service is there when people need it most.

But we can’t do it alone. As a charity air ambulance, SCAA is entirely funded by the generosity of the Scottish public. Without your support, we wouldn’t be able to save lives across the country. Every donation helps keep us flying, responding to emergencies, and making sure help is always within reach.

Help SCAA save lives—because when it comes to emergencies, every second counts.

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