Enabling the disadvantaged and disabled of all ages to share the exhilaration and fulfilment of flying
Our story
Helping Wings, Jersey’s flying charity aims to share the excitement of flying in a light aircraft with local Jersey residents who would otherwise not get the chance.
Since its inception in 2008, with the support of our members, volunteer pilots and partners, over 1000 guests have enjoyed a flying experience either by participating in one of our activity days or on an individually arranged flight.
Those guests range from children as young as 5 through to our more senior citizens.
The aim is to be as inclusive as possible covering not just disabilities but reaching out to anyone disadvantaged or simply needing a boost in their daily lives.
Our latest news
Flying High with The Butlin Family Jersey Charity Trust
Wednesday 14th August has been a memorable day for Helping Wings bursary applicant Tobias Hosking.
Helping Wings springs back to life!
After a few years of very little activity for our bursary students, 7 of them regained their confidence when Mike Owen, UK charity Aerobility’s instructor flew with them over a three day period in April.
Prisoner of Conscience Jersey Flight
As part of their one week holiday in Jersey offered by Prisoner of Conscience Jersey, One of our pilots was delighted to fly a family around the island on a beautiful sunny day. They loved their time up in the air!
Joint Day with WetWheels 2024
Our annual joint event started when Wetwheels Jersey rang with news that the forecast was for rough seas on Sunday and so we decided to cancel that part of the event – safety first!
Our upcoming events
Young Children Day
Applications are now open for our annual Children's Day. If you know of a child who is disabled or disadvantaged and might like to come and spend the day with us, there will be the opportunity for a flight around the Island, a visit from the Airport Fire Service and a few magic tricks!