HeliSpeed Solutions

HeliSpeed Solutions is a helicopter services company based in Blackpool, Lancashire, UK. It describes itself as a global partner in specialist helicopter services. It supplies pilots and engineers to operators, MROs and lessors around the world.

Its HeliTrax system is a database of pilots and engineers. The company says it contains over 3,500 pilots and engineers. Operators can use it to find the right expertise for short term, long term or specialized needs. Pilots and engineers can register to be considered for contracts. HeliTrax also helps operators prepare for UK CAA and EASA Evidence Based Training requirements.

Staffing support covers seasonal peaks, contract work and mission specific needs. Staffing models include short term, long term, rotational and project work. The company says it can supply pilots for remote locations.

For aircraft lessors and brokers, HeliSpeed provides specialized flight crews. Services include ferry flights, pre purchase inspections, customer acceptance and demonstration activities.

The company also supports maintenance, repair and overhaul organizations. Its support includes ground runs and maintenance flights, unplanned maintenance, extra manpower, CAMO and technical support. The website says it can deploy personnel within 12 hours.

HeliSpeed Academy provides training. Courses include trial lessons, learn to fly, simulator training, professional pilot training, CPL(H), MCC training, continuous pilot development and engineering training. The company also offers self fly hire from its flight line at Blackpool Airport.

HeliSpeed Academy was set up in response to demand for skilled helicopter pilots and engineers. After training, the academy helps graduates find professional contracts with operators worldwide. The company's mission is to give pilots and engineers flexible work and training opportunities around the world.

Pilots and engineers can register on the HelixTrax database, and the company lists vacancies on its website. The company also operates a simulator centre at its Blackpool head office and a flight line at Hangar 3 at Blackpool Airport.

Services

• Pilot and engineer staffing
• Ferry flights
• MRO support
• Aviation support for lessors and brokers
• Trial lessons
• Learn to fly
• Professional pilot training
• Simulator training
• Self fly hire
• HeliTrax database