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London Helicopter Tours

Our main operations are from the Helicopter Centre located to the North side of the main London Manston international airport runway.

Heli-Charter currently operates more than ten helicopters for charter and lease, as well as five executive jets. Our fleet is located at our hangars in:


Meet The Team

Heli-Charter's team is friendly and dedicated, with a wealth of knowledge in aviation, having been in the industry for more than twenty years.

Gary SlaterGary Slater
Commercial Manager

Elaine McColeElaine McCole
Operations and Aircraft &
Maintenance Sales Manager

Michael GoughMichael Gough
Ground Operations
Manager

Darren JonesDarren Jones
Quality Manager & Ground Crew

Brian BridgmanBrian Bridgman
Chief Pilot

Kief KhanlarianKief Khanlarian
Pilot

Jeremy ProctorJeremy Proctor
Pilot

Lee BurlingLee Burling
Pilot

Ellen PugheEllen Pughe
Operations Assistant

Colin GoughColin Gough
Ground Crew / Engineer

Gill GoughGill Gough
Ground Crew

Paul ReynoldsPaul Reynolds
Ground Crew Manager

Nicola ReynoldsNicola Reynolds
Ground Crew

James PugheJames Pughe
Ground Crew

Natalie BoydNatalie Boyd
Ground Crew

Mike GoddenMike Godden
Ground Crew

Tom LawrenceTom Lawrence
Ground Crew


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AS355 Twin SquirrelAerospatiale AS355 Twin Squirrel
A very popular helicopter within the private and military industry, the Twin Squirrel is favoured by the crews of the Air Ambulance and police surveillance, as its twin engine configuration means it is capable of night operations. The Squirrel boasts top luxury, comfort and speed, with renowned reliability. The aircraft has a passenger bay that can accommodate five passengers with luggage and can cruise at a speed of 155 miles per hour, for distance of 200-300 miles, depending on payload.


Heli-CharterBell 206 Jet Ranger
This single engine aircraft is renowned for its comfort, speed and reliability. The Jet Ranger can accommodate four passengers with ease and, of course, their luggage. Flown by a single pilot, this aircraft is truly the work horse of the aviation industry, with an average cruising speed of 120 miles an hour and endurance of up to 300 miles, depending on payload.


Heli-CharterBell 206 Long Ranger
From the same family as the Bell 206 Jet Ranger, this is the "big brother". The Long Ranger has all the characteristics of the Jet Ranger, but with a larger rear cabin, to accommodate six passengers in comfort. The Long Ranger is quieter and faster, finished in rich leather trim, with ample window space. Average cruising speed is 130 miles per hour.


Heli-CharterAugusta 109 and 109 "Power"
The Agusta 109 or "109" is a twin engine helicopter, capable of night operations and is renowned for its pure power, sleek looks, comfort and speed. The 109 can accommodate up to seven passengers with single pilot and has an overall range of 250- 300 miles, depending on payload. The aircraft has a retractable undercarriage and due to its sleek design can travel at up to 165 miles per hour.


  • Peter Avey
    I would like to thank you for taking my son and his nan up in the helicopter, it was the first thing he said to me on the phone when I called. He said he loved it, (his nan enjoyed it to). Next time I am in the UK I will make a visit and thank you personally.

  • Beverley
    Thank you for the flights on Saturday, we all enjoyed our flights very much, Paul was very happy that you kindly let him fly with us, and our children haven't stopped talking about their flight and they have all been asking about when they can go again!! They were nervous and excited, but now they are extremely happy and can't wait until the next time. So thank you and to Brian for making us so welcome, it was a pleasure to meet you both!

  • Richard
    Thank you to you and your team for looking after me and my guests so well last Thursday. The trip was fantastic, and your pilot was especially fun and accommodating. Despite the weather, everyone has had a fabulous Open and the highlight (off the course, anyway) was the journey from Bayside to Sandwich. Do please pass on my thanks to the rest of the Heli-Charter team.

  • John
    Just a quick note of thanks for looking after Liam and I so well on Friday and I hope we will have the opportunity of flying with you again sometime in the future.

  • Richard and Cheryl Henley
    Thank you so much for the flight yesterday for Katie and James from Chilston Park to Ash. It was an absolutely perfect way to conclude the wedding celebrations. Will you please thank Brian, the pilot, for the special attention he gave to Katie and James, their send off from Chilston Park was such an unforgettable experience. A real one-off! Once again, many thanks for a brilliant service.