Our robust Safety Management System (SMS) includes all the necessary organisational structures, accountabilities, polices and procedures to reduce, control and maintain risk to an As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP) level.
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.
Operating a police aviation service involves much more than just putting aircraft in the sky. Our teams need the best equipment to work collaboratively, gather evidence, communicate and stay safe, which is why our Project Delivery Team is an integral part of our service.
360° Helicopter Photo - look inside an EC-135 Police helicopter and around the NPAS Newcastle hangar.
Our National Police Air Service Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs. Such as : What is the National Police Air Service (NPAS)? Who hosts the operation and service of NPAS? How is NPAS funded? Why do police forces need air support? And more...
Working together for continual air supportNPAS Exeter and Bournemouth crews worked together to provide a series of seamless handovers, ensuring Devon and Cornwall Police could be confident of the continual aerial containment of a high-risk firearms scene.