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  • FREE Ground School – Meteorology

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Next up it’s Meteorology on Tuesday 10th March from 18:00-20:00. Being able to anticipate the weather is akin to a super power for a pilot as will affect you, the aircraft and your operation.

  • Helicopter view and route

    FREE Ground School – Operational Procedures

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    We hope you enjoyed Principles of Flight last time, I know many of you were keen to continue on the subject so will try and juggle the schedule to make room for that. Next up is... Operational Procedures on Tuesday 14th April at the usual time 18:00 - 20:00.

    For the most part, understanding Operational Procedures requires common sense and often good airmanship is the key. Essentially, the procedures are there for a reason and basically you have to prove you understand them. We will focus on, among others; Squawk codes, flight plans, GARs, radio intercom and headsets, ground resonance, emergency procedures but welcome any suggestions or questions you have across the topic.

  • FREE Ground School – Flight Performance and Planning

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Next up on Tuesday 12th May we will be exploring Flight Performance & Planning 18:00 - 20:00

    The 7 Ps is a British Army adage for Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents P*** Poor Performance. As an instructor we teach a PIC (pilot in command) the importance of having a well prepared flight plan and a good understanding of your aircraft’s capabilities. This time we will be planning a trip to the Lake District which include all your FPP favourites; Choice of route, Airspace, fuel planning, weight and balance, PLOGS and the good old Whizz Wheel (CRP-1). 

  • Flying over isle of wight

    Student Trip to the Isle of Wight

    The Isle of Wight is definitely one of our top trips. Join us for this 'island hopping' experience, transiting through

  • 5 day UK Tour 2026

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Back by popular demand... It's another opportunity to join our intrepid aviators as we revisit our EPIC UK Tour!

    This 5 day trip circumnavigates the British Isles taking a coastal route. Departing from Elstree on day one we head south to Isle of Wight then west making Cornwall our first stop. Day two we head north to Wales including the Mach Loop and of course Snowdon. Day three sees us sightseeing the north west coast, following a historic railway through The Lake District and into Cumbria. Day four is our most ambitious of all as we venture to The Highlands! We scale Ben Nevis, search for Nessie in The Lochs and fly along the West coast of Scotland and back across the border. On the last day its seaside central as we follow the east coast all the way down to Felixstowe before heading west again and back up to Elstree. 

  • FREE Ground School – Aircraft General Knowledge

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Next up is... Aircraft General Knowledge! On Tuesday 16th June from 18:00 - 20:00 we go LIVE as Capt White performs a check A. As our seasoned Ground Schoolers will know, Aircraft General Knowledge will cover the 'nuts and bolts' of the aircraft; Engine, Gearbox, Air frame, Rotor/Electrical Systems and Avionics etc. It is important to have a good understanding of the helicopter so you know what to look for during your daily inspection, warning signs of potential issues either before or during flight. Our session this week is designed to give you broader knowledge of your aircraft and how it works.

    This is a real must see session so please try and join us in person if you can!

  • Student Trip to Le Touquet

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Join us once again as we say Bonjour to Le Touquet! What better way to use your piloting skills than flying yourself across the channel. Le Touquet is a popular destination with PPL holders and students as the trip provides some incredible opportunities to hone your piloting skills; planning, navigation, radio, crossing water and the list goes on.

  • Seagull on boat

    Student Trip to Padstow

    Join us as we head South West to Padstow, Cornwall. Landing at Rock we then transfer to the ferry by

  • FREE Ground School – PPL(H) Quiz Night & BBQ

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    On Tuesday 21st July it's our SIZZLING SUMMER edition of our PPL (H) Quiz Night and BBQ at our usual time of 18:00 - 20:00. As always, the quiz will be based on questions across the entire theoretical knowledge syllabus from ALPHA to ZULU! 

    No team required! Simply meet at the flying school or in our Virtual Crew room via 'ZOOM'. Please RSVP and look out for invitation via email from Capt. White.

    If you haven’t been before then why not give it a try! Whether you are currently training, a qualified pilot or perhaps you just share our love of helicopters, escape to our virtual crew room and enjoy a couple of hours of quizzing fun.

  • 7 day Tour de France 2026

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Back by popular demand... It's another opportunity to join our intrepid aviators as we again take to the air for another Tour de France!

    Last time, we embarked on our BIGGEST AV-venture to date. 5 pilots, 4 helis and 4 instructors flew 2,000 nm around France. This 6 day fly out took our intrepid explorers on a whistle stop tour de france no bike required! With the assistance of Capt Elling-Hwang we secured overnights at some of the most incredible châteaux and hotels with spectacular views and as you would expect equally amazing food!

    This year, we are going EVEN BIGGER and making it a 7 day fly out!

  • FREE Ground School – Navigation

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    On Tuesday 22nd September we will be focusing on Navigation at the usual time 18:00 - 20:00

    When flying as PIC (pilot in command), you also need to become a navigator too. It’s critical you are able to apply the correct practices to navigational tasks and developing your navigation skills is the very essence of flying solo, hence the importance of this section of the PPL(H) syllabus.

    The ability to Navigate is second only to physically flying the aircraft so to hone your NAV skills will be a huge benefit to your overall competence as a pilot; for student, self fly hirer, commercial pilot or aircraft owner.