Stay current
Maintain confidence and recency with regular access to familiar, carefully maintained aircraft.
Helicopter self-fly hire
Aircraft hire for qualified helicopter pilots who want to stay current, build experience and enjoy flying as part of a welcoming community.
Where flying becomes personal
Self-fly hire is central to The Arcus Way. We help pilots continue flying after qualifying through aircraft access, check flights, differences training, currency support, further training and shared fly-outs from Nottingham Airport. Aircraft availability is never guaranteed, so we will always be straight with you about what can realistically be booked and when.
Maintain confidence and recency with regular access to familiar, carefully maintained aircraft.
Develop judgement, navigation and real-world flying confidence beyond the training syllabus.
Enjoy destinations, shared experiences and the support of pilots who genuinely love flying.
How it works
Tell us about your licence, ratings, recent experience and what you want from hire.
We will confirm licensing, medical, experience and insurance requirements together.
A suitable flight with an Arcus instructor, or differences training on the type, helps ensure familiarity and confidence.
Book aircraft subject to availability, stay current, build hours purposefully and become part of life at Arcus.
Frequently asked questions
Can’t see your question here? Speak to the Arcus team and we will gladly help.
Hire is subject to the correct licence, valid ratings and medical, experience and recency requirements, aircraft availability, insurance and Arcus approval.
A check flight or differences training may be needed depending on your experience, recency and the helicopter type. We will tell you honestly what is required before you commit.
Yes, subject to eligibility and availability. We can help you plan flying that develops useful experience rather than simply accumulating hours.
No. Aircraft availability depends on maintenance, training commitments, weather and other bookings, so we cannot guarantee a particular helicopter on a particular day. Booking ahead helps, and we will always be realistic with you about what is possible.
Yes. Fly-outs and continued community are an important part of the Arcus experience, and hire pilots are very welcome to join them.
Where to next
It’s a joy to be able to use their helicopters and stay licensed without faff or hassle.Mark HRead more testimonials →
Speak to Arcus Helicopters
Tell us what you would like to achieve. We will listen, explain the options clearly and help you find the right next step.