Earls Colne airbase

Our Earls Colne airbase has been given a number of refurbishment upgrades, including the extension of our hangar. The service has been based on the airfield since 2011, and with the help of our remarkable supporters, we updated and extended our hangar to create a first-class facility that will enable us to continue providing an exceptional clinical service for those in need across the region well into the future.

‘Supporting Us, Supporting You’ – A unique sculpture to be enjoyed for years to come

On 22nd July 2021, we unveiled a sculpture, ‘Supporting Us, Supporting You,’ which takes pride of place at the airbase entrance. The sculpture is the result of the charity’s Design Project in collaboration with Harlow College. Art and Design student Kiera Harkett’s design represents the local community who proudly support EHAAT. Twentyseven talented Art & Design students submitted proposals, with ten designs selected by a panel of judges. Five designs were shortlisted and put to a vote by staff and volunteers from all areas of the charity, with Kiera’s entry being chosen for installation at Earls Colne.

Jane Gurney, CEO of EHAAT, who unveiled the sculpture with Kiera, along with Simon Brice, High Sheriff of Essex, local MPs Stephen Metcalfe and Will Quince and two members of EHAAT’s Critical Care Team Laurie Phillipson and Ben Myer, said she was thrilled with Kiera’s outstanding design.

“The judges were hugely impressed with how all of the Art & Design students at Harlow College came to understand how EHAAT works and all the elements needed to remain operational; crew, volunteers, staff and community support. This has been a fantastic journey for both the charity and students, and we’re excited that staff and visitors will be able to enjoy this unique installation for years to come.” While Kiera had lots of ideas for the sculpture linked to the community, she researched the charity’s history to see how EHAAT has evolved and adapted to continue saving lives across Essex and Hertfordshire.

“When visitors see ‘Supporting Us, Supporting You’ I would like them to reflect about the life-saving work the charity does, make them aware of all the diverse people who play their part to make this happen, as well as those that are helped every day. Thank you so much for all your continued support now and into the future.”

Jane Gurney EHAAT CEO