Operator Questions: UK
How many business aviation operators are there in the UK?
According to publicly available data, there are 83 operators based in 65 cities: Belfast International; Bournemouth; London (Biggin Hill); London (Stansted); Shoreham (Brighton City); Birmingham; Floating Base; and Farnborough. The list is verified against publicly available sources and updated as changes occur.
What types of aircraft do operators have in the UK?
Local companies' fleets include the Diamond DA-62, Learjet 45, Learjet 45XR, Pilatus PC-12 NGX, Pilatus PC-12/47E NG, and Boeing 737-300. We select the appropriate aircraft for the task from this fleet and from aircraft in neighboring countries.
Why look at the operator's AOC?
An air operator certificate (AOC) is issued by the aviation authorities of the country of registration and defines flight regulations, crew requirements, and dispute resolution procedures. Flights are always operated by the operator, not the broker, so their approvals are verified before a booking is confirmed.
