NPAS is governed by a National Strategic Board (NSB) which meets quarterly.
The National Police Air Service (NPAS) operates a network of strategically located bases across England and Wales, providing vital air support to police forces nationwide.
Governing the National Police Air Service and setting its strategic direction is the National Strategic Board.
Operations are delivered via a lead force model, which was established as part of a National Police Collaboration Agreement.
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In 2023/24, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) carried out eight external audits on activities at NPAS headquarters and regional air bases. The purpose of these audits is to ensure NPAS is complying with CAA regulations, in addition to its own operating procedures.
The National Police Air Service (NPAS) provides all police forces across England and Wales with air support. NPAS runs a fleet of helicopters from a national network of bases.
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As a Base Manager on secondment to the National Police Air Service (NPAS) you'll be a motivated leader who will manage and develop a team of specialists (up to 11 Tactical Flight Officers and 5 Pilots). They (and you) will use their bespoke skills and equipment to provide effective police air operations across England & Wales.
The National Strategic Board (NSB) sets the overall direction for the National Police Air Service (NPAS) and holds the lead Local Chief Constable accountable for the operational delivery of the service on behalf of all police bodies across England and Wales.