Belfast based 247 Aviation, announced a major strategic expansion with an £7.98 Million Investment provided by its parent company, SERE Holdings. The funding will facilitate the acquisition of two additional Learjet 45 aircraft and the launch of a new satellite base in southern England, significantly enhancing the company’s ability to deliver rapid-response, consultant-led medical transport across the UK and Ireland.
Dr Neil Crooks, Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine & Anaesthesia and Medical Director at 247 Aviation, added: “Every mission is delivered by our NHS-trained teams ensuring patients receive safe, timely, and expert care throughout their journey. The addition of these aircraft and the establishment of a new base in the south of England will allow us to respond more quickly to urgent cases and improve access to care across the UK and Ireland.”
247 Aviation Director of Flight Operations, James Knight said “This investment marks a key milestone in our development. The Learjet 45 offers the optimal combination of range, performance, and cabin configuration for intensive care patient transport. With the support of SERE Holdings, we are well-positioned to expand our reach and enhance service delivery, while continuing to prioritise safety, clinical excellence, and operational reliability.”
The expansion follows 247 Aviation’s recent accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS), positioning the organisation as the only UK-based provider operating a dedicated, CAMTS-accredited fleet of medium-range jets. This strategic growth directly responds to increasing demand for complex, fixed-wing medical repatriation services.
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