Matt is a Master Aircrew based at Royal Air Force College Cranwell. One of the schemes long standing members Matt had been with us for over 10 years now. Since taking over as the Operations manager for LEMR in 2014 Matt has overseen a number of skill and equipment upgrades for the scheme including Lifepak 15, Mangar Elk and iGel. A regular fundraiser for the charity he also makes himself available for regular meetings with at East Midlands Ambulance Service departments.
The Royal Air Force Report:
Master Aircrew Bailey is an exemplary Senior Non-Commissioned Officer who excels in the workplace and in the community. As an experienced Mission Aircrew and Airborne Specialist instructor he is at the pinnacle of his profession.
His professional qualities are superb, and his operational skills are simply remarkable. He personally assured the training output for the ISTAR and Air Mobility Forces, making significant improvements in multiple areas. Separately, he further volunteered for a demanding out-of-area role in the Falkland Islands, where he coordinated helicopter support for British Forces, demonstrating excellence in a field outside his specialisation
As a volunteer and driving force of the Lincolnshire Emergency Medical Response charity, he delivers compassionate and inspirational leadership as he devotes an unprecedented amount of his spare time to supporting the NHS.
"To receive this award as recognition for my work in the Royal Air Force and wider community came as a genuine surprise. I am immensely proud to have worked with so many high calibre individuals and my volunteer work with Lincolnshire Emergency Medical Response enables me to support my community and the NHS
Master Aircrew Matthew Bailey MBE"
Everyone at LEMR would like to congratulate Matt on his appointment. Without his leadership, commitment and drive the scheme would not be in the position it is in today as one of the most advanced Emergency Responder Schemes in the United Kingdom!
