In some of the world's most challenging humanitarian crises, access can mean the difference between life and death. The World Food Programme's aviation service provides a vital lifeline, helping aid workers reach communities cut off by conflict, disease outbreaks and natural disasters. From Sudan to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and other crisis zones, millions of people depend on humanitarian assistance delivered through these operations. Hedley Tah, Head of External Relations at the UN Humanitarian Air Service, spoke to UN News's Nathalie Minard about the critical role the service plays.

<p>In some of the world's most challenging humanitarian crises, access can mean the difference between life and death. The World Food Programme's aviation service provides a vital lifeline, helping aid workers reach communities cut off by conflict, disease outbreaks and natural disasters. From Sudan to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and other crisis zones, millions of people depend on humanitarian assistance delivered through these operations. Hedley Tah, Head of External Relations at the UN Humanitarian Air Service, spoke to UN News's Nathalie Minard about the critical role the service plays.</p>