We Are Yorkshire Helicopters
Not Your Average Flight School
Since it’s beginnings in 2019, Yorkshire Helicopters has been on a mission to train and nurture the next generation of helicopter pilots into safe, proficient confident and highly employable aviators.
As we have grown over the years, our focus has always been on providing customised, student-led training and mentoring that is tailored towards the individual’s end goal. A far cry from the drab, old flying schools and clubs.
Our Ethos
“We want to move away from the old and outdated military approach to flying. Our relaxed teaching style and focus on enjoying and embracing the challenges and successes that helicopter flying offers is rapidly growing us a following of friends who are happy to recommend Yorkshire Helicopters.
We take pride in everything we do, including making learning to fly an enjoyable experience, even through the more challenging aspects of learning. We ensure our helicopters are well kept and maintained to the highest of standards, we are committed to our clients and dedicated to helping you meet your flying ambitions with advice, tailored instruction and industry recommendations.
Choosing the right helicopter training environment, both for your early qualifications and ongoing development is vitally important. To find out if Yorkshire Helicopters will be a good fit for your pilot training, feel free to contact us at any time.”
Oli Nicholls – Head of Training
It’s IN THE NAME…
Proud to be Yorkshire!
Set in the North East of England, Yorkshire is England’s largest county and is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant landscapes.
From the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales to the dramatic cliffs along the coastline, Yorkshire has everything from bustling cities to historic market towns and charming villages; a truly idyllic place to live.
Our base at Leeds East Airport is set in the small, friendly community of Church Fenton, which is far enough away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life for you to be able to really focus on flying, while maintaining easy access to the rest of the world, being just minutes away from the A1 and M62.
We’re Yorkshire’s only commercial training provider and the main point of contact for much of the North of England and Scotland.
* pictured – UK Commercial Training Organisations (ATOs) as of June 2024
OUR QUIRKS
Why Choose Us
Location
Our base at Leeds East Airport is the perfect location for flight training, and the fact that it’s set in the heart of Yorkshire makes its a spectacular place to fly.
People
We value a personal, student-focussed approach to training. We believe in nurturing students without pressuring them, and using a laid-back approach to bring out the best from our students and make the learning process enjoyable!
Aircraft
We exclusively train on the Robinson R44 as we believe it gives our students the best career prospects, and we meticulously maintain them to ensure the best learning experience
Opportunities
We’re not just a training provider; we teach with the end goal in mind and partner with industry employers to provide our students with the best opportunities and chances of success.
