Helicopter Pilots

11 Aug

“Mandatory Handling” in Europe

August 11, 2025
By helipaddy one
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Many European airports impose unjustified mandatory handling for pilots, often lacking legal basis and violating EU and ICAO principles. This article clarifies pilot rights, dissects examples from various countries, including France, Spain, and Greece, and emphasizes the importance of self-handling, transparency, and proportionality in aviation services.

01 May

Europe, Pilots

Tour de France Touchdown – 6th July 2025

May 1, 2025
By helipaddy one
1 comment

29 Apr

Global, Pilots

Pilot App – Feature update

May 31, 2025
By helipaddy one
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Helipaddy app version updates history

25 Apr

Pilots

Southend Airport – Heli & Fly

July 16, 2025
By helipaddy one
1 comment

01 Apr

Pilots, Technical

Helicopter Profiles (Bell 505)

April 17, 2025
By helipaddy one
1 comment

The Bell 505 Jet Ranger X, a single-engine helicopter launched in 2017, boasts modern avionics and solid performance features, including a high climb rate and spacious cabin. Designed for versatility in various missions, it emphasizes safety with advanced systems.

26 Feb

How To, Pilots

Helicopter Flight Planning with Windy

February 27, 2025
By helipaddy one
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This guide outlines how helicopter pilots can enhance flight planning by integrating Helipaddy with Windy. It details the process of generating a GPX route in Helipaddy, saving it to cloud storage, and uploading it to Windy for comprehensive weather analysis. This combination improves situational awareness and safety during flights.

23 Jan

Pilots, Site Owners

Steps to Get Your Helipad Approved for International Flights

January 23, 2025
By helipaddy one
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11 Jan

Pilots

Helipaddy Radius feature

March 6, 2025
By helipaddy one
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11 Dec

Industry News, Pilots

London Control Zones Weather minima

December 11, 2024
By helipaddy one
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05 Nov

Pilots, Site Owners

Third Party Liability in Helicopter Operations

November 5, 2024
By helipaddy one
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Third-party liability is a critical issue for helicopter landing site owners and pilots, with potential legal and financial repercussions. Misunderstandings can lead to damages or injuries during operations at unconventional sites. Effective communication, adequate insurance, and coordination tools like Helipaddy are essential for mitigating risks and enhancing safety in helicopter operations.