You fly to the Isles of Scilly aboard the Sikorsky S-76 — a twin-engine helicopter used worldwide for VIP transport, air ambulance and search-and-rescue work. A large, quiet cabin, panoramic windows and wide doors make the 15-minute flight as comfortable and accessible as the views are spectacular.
Cruising at around 140 knots, you're over the islands before you've finished taking in the view.
A spacious twin-engine cabin where all passengers share the same sweeping outlook.
One of the most generous inclusive allowances of any route to Scilly for return travel.
A 40-year reputation for performance, with twin-engine resilience over the water.
Figures are typical for the type and rounded for guidance. Wide cabin doors and step-free boarding assistance help make the aircraft as accessible as possible — see Heliport & Facilities for assistance at the terminal.
Our 2026 fleet numbers three Sikorsky S-76s. These are the two you'll most often see following the route in real time.
Your allowance depends on the fare you book. As baggage travels in the aircraft hold, soft-shell bags make the best use of the space and help us load quickly.
Allowances shown for guidance — confirm specifics and any excess, pet or special-item arrangements in the FAQs or with the team on 01736 780828.
Since November 2022, Penzance Helicopters has been operated by Starspeed — one of Europe's most established private and VIP helicopter companies, and part of the Luxaviation group. Between them, our pilot team holds well over a century of flying experience.
Founded in 1978, Starspeed has run varied and demanding helicopter operations in dozens of countries worldwide. On the Scilly route, that experience shows up as the thing that matters most to islanders and visitors alike: a service you can rely on.
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