News and stories

Eye care in Ethiopia: Banchi, schoolteacher

December 11, 2018

Passenger Experience Week supports Orbis for the second year running

March 19, 2019

As Charity Partner for Passenger Experience Week 2019, Orbis will have an opportunity to reach new supporters and raise awareness.

#IWD - Women are more affected by avoidable blindness than men

March 08, 2019

On International Women’s Day, Orbis is joining calls for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls the world over.

International Women's Day: Meet Orbis hero Valerie Suberg

March 07, 2019

"There are not many things an aircraft mechanic can do in their field to help others. By getting the plane to the program and having…

Chief Pilot Gary Dyson Wins Endeavor Award

March 04, 2019

We’re thrilled to announce our wonderful Flying Eye Hospital Chief Pilot, Gary Dyson, has won an Endeavor Award. The award recognises pilots who go above and beyond to transform lives by volunteering their time and skills to good causes.

Farnborough International selects Orbis as Charity Partner

February 21, 2019

As Charity Partner for the 2020 Farnborough International Airshow, Orbis will have an unparalleled opportunity to reach new supporters and raise awareness

A life dedicated to fighting blindness in Mongolia

February 08, 2019

I learned many things during my training on the Flying Eye Hospital; some things were simple but very important. I continue to utilise the techniques…

What's in your eye?

January 24, 2019

The human eye is an amazing organ. Here we take a look at what’s actually happening inside your eye.

Meet the bear with the best job ever!

January 24, 2019

Our volunteers fly all over the world to fight avoidable blindness. But, while they’re giving the gift of sight, there’s a particularly fluffy member of our team making a different kind of impact…