Young people invited to take to the skies

Sunday 24 March 2019

Young people are being given the chance to learn close-up what it takes to fly, with a light aircraft tour of the island and visit to the airport control tower.

The team from Helping Wings are offering around 20 flights on Saturday 6 April, with parents, carers, brothers and sisters invited to accompany too.

The event marks the beginning of a packed year for the team, with trial flights for Les Amis residents being provided in June – a one-off event in association with the Jersey Aero Club that became a regular annual feature due to its success.

Pictured: The day will include visits to the control tower.

They’re also already looking ahead to October, when their “biggest event” will take place where younger residents will get to enjoy a flight around the island flown by volunteer pilots, as well as other activities.

For others keen for a flying experience, applications for the 2019 Flying Award, sponsored by Ports of Jersey, are now open. 

The successful candidate to fly with the Jersey Aero club, to the value of £2000, in one of their ‘brand new’ Tecnam Aircrafts.

Pictured: During this event, children will have the opportunity to also visiting the Airport control tower and Fire Service.

The award used to be known as a flying scholarship, but Helping Wings said they decided to change the name to reflect the inclusivity of the award, with no expectation placed on the winner to learn to fly.

Helping Wings Chair, Eveline Hawkin, commented: “[The feedback] we get from everyone whether it’s just to brighten their day or creating a life changing experience makes our work so rewarding.”

Islanders can apply via Helping Wings' website or can email hello@helpingwingsjersey.org.