Life Flight

Each week 28 people need time-critical aeromedical care. With your support, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Air Ambulance Planes are there in their moment of need.

Impact Stats

Since 1975, over 40,000 Kiwis have been flown by Life Flight.
Your generosity keeps the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Air Ambulance Planes in the air—ready to respond 24/7.

  • Life Flight missions 1 in 5 are for a baby or child in urgent need
  • Day and night 24/7 our crews are ready
  • In 2024 1,641 people received time-critical care

Your support takes us further

Life Flight relies on the kindness of the community, businesses, and volunteers to keep flying.
Whether you want to give, partner, volunteer or fundraise, you’ll be part of something life-changing.

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    Mission stories

    Read the real stories of those whose lives were saved – your support made it possible
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    Contact Us

    The friendly Life Flight team is here to help. Simply fill out the contact form and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Alternatively, contact us via phone during business hours Monday – Friday on 04-920 2242.
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  • Read more about Life Flight Open Day 2025

    Life Flight Open Day 2025

    Join us at the Life Flight Airbase on Sunday, 23rd March, for a fun-filled, family friendly day out. There will be demos from emergency services, great food and drink, kids' entertainment, and more.
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Thanks to our generous sponsors

Major Sponsor
Westpac
Air Ambulance Sponsor
Accuro Health Insurance
Vehicle Sponsor
Fagan Motors