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
Santa Takes to the Skies with Blue Islands and Helping Wings
Christmas came early for the thirty two families who were lucky to secure places on this year’s Blue Island Santa flight on Saturday, 14th December. Organised by Jersey’s flying charity, Helping Wings, and given generously by the local airline, the flight was an amazing success.
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!