Established in 2001, Helicentre Aviation is a UK helicopter training academy and commercial air operator with centers of excellence based at Leicester Airport and Oxford Airport. The academy provides UK CAA-approved pilot training across both private and commercial pathways, offering integrated and modular Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL(H)) programs, Private Pilot Licences (PPL(H)), ATPL theory, and Flight Instructor certifications. With a fleet featuring modern training aircraft like the Guimbal Cabri G2 and Robinson R44, the academy emphasises graduate placement services to help newly qualified pilots transition into professional onshore and offshore flying careers.
Beyond professional flight training, Helicentre Aviation delivers a range of general aviation services, including introductory trial lessons, discovery days, and aerial sightseeing tours for leisure flyers. The company also operates bespoke private and corporate helicopter charter flights, along with specialised utility operations such as aerial surveillance, pipeline surveying, photography, and thermal imaging. By combining rigorous professional training programs with commercial operations, Helicentre Aviation serves as a comprehensive hub for helicopter training and rotary-wing services in the UK.