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Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary or – after the stresses of the past year or so – ‘just because’, a luxurious break is the perfect indulgent treat. Atlas Helicopters can ensure that you not only arrive in style but that the adventure begins before you even arrive at your destination. And less time stuck in traffic means more time to enjoy

The history of the Grand National is one of the most colourful tapestries in the horse racing world. It’s a captivating jump race, held over 2 and a half furlongs (circa 4 miles), with historical ties dating back to the 1800s. The Grand Liverpool Steeple Chase was first held in 1839 and over time became known as the Grand National.

Travel stress-free, avoid traffic jams and increase your productivity with an itinerary to suit your needs. Maximise your time, whether for work or pleasure, by using private helicopter hire in London, to give you a VIP service, better security and a flexible timetable built around your own bespoke itinerary and travelling requirements. Private Helicopter Hire in London Frees You from

For helicopter flights in and out of the City of London the closest helipad to Canary Wharf is Vanguard on the Isle of Dogs. Located east of central London, it provides quick access to London City Airport and venues such as ExCel Centre and O2 Arena. It is ideal for business appointments in Bishopsgate, City of London with Paris and

One of the most recent additions to our team, Jack Schofield, tells us all about his journey to becoming a helicopter pilot and his career so far: When I was just 7 years old, I was lucky enough to go for a helicopter flight, from then onwards that was all I wanted to do, I was hooked! In my teens,

Before we answer the question there are a couple of stipulations we need to set. Firstly, you’ll be flying in a luxury twin-engine helicopter. Either a Twin Squirrel or Agusta A109S (above). This is important to know as they are faster than their single engine cousins, carry more fuel, and can take you much further and overall a much more

It takes 15 minutes to fly from Farnborough Airport to London Heliport with Atlas Helicopters’ Shuttle service. Landing in Battersea, SW11, you’ll find this service flexible, discreet and ideal for London’s West End. Up to six passengers can be accommodated and onward transport can also be provided into central London. To book your flight call the friendly Atlas Operation Team

Save time traveling from and to Manchester, with luxury helicopter hire from Atlas Helicopters. The service is quick, comfortable and easy to book with the Atlas Operations team, who can also organise every aspect of your journey from chauffeured cars to hotel rooms and entertainment. Business Flights To and From Manchester Often referred to as ‘the Capital of the North’,

Fly direct to the heart of London with a stress-free travel solution that avoids traffic jams and transport delays. Get an instant estimate of flight costs with the form below, or call the Atlas Operations team to discuss your luxury travel options. Airport Transfer By Helicopter To Central London Battersea Heliport is London’s only Heliport and caters for all helicopter

It must be the golden beaches but when you fly over the Scilly Isles it gives the impression your arriving at an island in the Mediterranean or Caribbean. In this video, you can watch a flight into Tresco during the summer of 2016 in an Agusta A109. Flight Times to the Isles of Scilly As a guide the flight from

A discreet VIP service with everything arranged for you by our friendly Operations Team. With landing sites in to central London, you can quickly reach the West End and City from any UK location. Call the Operations Team on 0800 328 0432 or get an instant estimate using the exclusive Quote Generator below. Luxury Travel To London The luxury service

With more customers asking specifically for flights in twin-engine helicopters, Atlas decided in 2014 to concentrate their operations on this helicopter type. There are 10 reasons below why customers prefer twin over single engine helicopters, however, there is one reason people might prefer a single engine and that would be a slightly lower price. But when you measure a small

In a very short time, you can fly to the Isle of Wight from the centre of London. Ideal if you fancy lunch with a difference, or travelling with friends to the festivals, or even looking for the perfect romantic break. Atlas Helicopters offer a flexible booking service, which fits around your needs and can take you to a destination

Whether you are flying across the suburbs of London, heading to Battersea Heliport or approaching the south coast from the English Channel, the experience at night always has a touch of magic to it. As we move into the darker months Atlas Helicopters will be conducting more VIP charters that begin in the daylight and end after sunset. As you

Although fixed-wing aircraft receive all the attention by most historians, helicopter flight was the first flight envisioned by man. In fact, the ancient Chinese were playing with a hand-spun toy that rose upward when revolved rapidly and as early as the mid 1500’s, the great Italian Leonardo Da Vinci had used his fertile mind to make drawings of a machine

For classic car enthusiasts worldwide there are few things in life more enjoyable than seeing and hearing their favourite cars race. These machines were never meant to be parked and the rise in classic meetings is proof that there is a massive appetite for watching vintage cars put to their limits on classic tracks. 2018’s calendar is full of such

Bring you and your loved ones the gift of relaxation and pampering this Christmas, with a luxury break at one on the UK’s top hotels. With fine food and entertainment available all day and night, along with the sublime knowledge that everything will be done for you why not take advantage of what is on offer. Many hotels have special

What is Helicopter Sunday, and why the name? If you don’t follow Scottish football, you’re maybe unaware of the dramatic events that unfolded on that Sunday in 2005 The Legend Of Helicopter Sunday It was the 22nd May. Rangers were pitted against Hibernian at Easter Road in Edinburgh, they were second in the Scottish Premier League, two points behind their

“The Workshop of the World” is the title often given to Birmingham, a major centre for industry and the second largest metropolitan economy in the UK. The city has plenty of facilities for events and conferences such as the NEC, the biggest exhibition centre in the UK, as well as entertainment venues and stadiums to provide perfect opportunities for corporate

When you are flying in to London by helicopter, the main landing point is Battersea Heliport (or The Barclays London Heliport as it is now known). You’ll find the heliport situated in the heart of London, close to Waterloo Station, on the south bank of the River Thames. It has Customs and Immigration plus quick access to the major hotels