Devon Air Ambulance Trust
Devon Air Ambulance Trust is the charity that funds and operates Devon?s Air Ambulance service.The service is provided free at the point of need, to anyone and everyone in Devon and neighbouring counties, resident or visitor; based on clinical need, urgency, accessibility and distance to the most appropriate hospital for the clinical needs of the patient.
Activities & Mission
Devon Air Ambulance Trust is the charity that funds and operates Devon?s Air Ambulance service.The service is provided free at the point of need, to anyone and everyone in Devon and neighbouring counties, resident or visitor; based on clinical need, urgency, accessibility and distance to the most appropriate hospital for the clinical needs of the patient.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample: 307). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £15,848,000 | £14,782,000 | £9,211,000 | £22,322,000 | £9,455,000 | 177 / 608 |
| 2023 | £10,652,000 | £13,084,000 | £8,429,000 | £20,904,000 | £4,500,000 | 135 / 691 |
| 2022 | £11,938,000 | £11,404,000 | £7,644,000 | £22,935,000 | £8,500,000 | 159 / 738 |
| 2021 | £11,490,000 | £10,804,000 | £7,405,000 | £22,218,000 | £6,320,000 | 143 / 738 |
| 2020 | £8,449,000 | £9,880,000 | £6,579,000 | £21,431,000 | £7,887,000 | 113 / 620 |
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Frequently asked questions about Devon Air Ambulance Trust
What does Devon Air Ambulance Trust do?
Devon Air Ambulance Trust is the charity that funds and operates Devon?s Air Ambulance service.The service is provided free at the point of need, to anyone and everyone in Devon and neighbouring counties, resident or visitor; based on clinical need, urgency, accessibility and distance to the most appropriate hospital for the clinical needs of the patient.
How much income did Devon Air Ambulance Trust report in 2024?
Devon Air Ambulance Trust reported total income of £15.85m and reported expenditure of £14.78m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Devon Air Ambulance Trust?
Devon Air Ambulance Trust has a program ratio of 58.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample of 307 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Devon Air Ambulance Trust registered as a charity?
Devon Air Ambulance Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 October 1999 as charity number 1077998. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs Devon Air Ambulance Trust?
Devon Air Ambulance Trust is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Devon Air Ambulance Trust operate?
Devon Air Ambulance Trust operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Devon Air Ambulance Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Devon Air Ambulance Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1077998.
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