A young woman is set to complete a wing walk to commemorate ten years since life-changing scoliosis surgery.
Hannah Wintle, 25, will be strapped to the top of an aircraft on September 26 to celebrate the anniversary of her spinal surgery, which she underwent at the age of 15.
The flight attendant is also using the daredevil challenge to raise funds for the paediatric spine services at The James Cook University Hospital, where she was treated.
In 2014, Hannah was referred to the hospital for her scoliosis condition and underwent spinal surgery on October 8, 2014.
She said: "With the surgery, I knew I was in very capable hands and would be cared for whatever happens.
"The PICU (paediatric intensive care unit) staff reassured me every single day that they were there for me.
"They understood I was very nervous with everything, and they never forced me to do anything that I was not comfortable with."
The surgery has allowed Hannah to lead a successful life, travelling the world as a flight attendant.
Every year on October 8, she celebrates the anniversary of her surgery by doing something meaningful to mark the milestone.
This year, she decided to raise funds for the hospital teams that cared for her.
She said: "To celebrate ten years of my scoliosis surgery, I will be completing a wing walk on Thursday, September 26 for Our Hospitals Charity, a charity which is close to my heart.
"The money raised will go towards the paediatric spine services at James Cook Hospital.
"I would like to give back to those who changed my life for the better so that they can continue to have a positive impact on the futures of other individuals too.
"I also want to spread awareness of scoliosis while inspiring others to live life to the max."
Paediatric spine specialist nurse Cheryl Honeyman, who cared for Hannah in 2014, said: "Hannah has always been a big supporter of the paediatric spine service at South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, since she had her surgery ten years ago.
"The team wants to thank Hannah for her ongoing help, and we are delighted that by doing the wing walk she is showing others that there are many opportunities to enjoy life to the fullest after major surgery."
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