The company
HELI-FLIGHT JLR stands for the highest level of expertise, reliability and operational readiness - at any altitude. With a passion for aviation, we develop individual solutions for every order.
As an experienced aviation company with its own fleet of helicopters and aircraft, HELI-FLIGHT JLR stands for quality, precision and operational readiness - around the clock. We offer you tailor-made solutions for private sightseeing flights, professional flight training, air ambulance services or time-critical special transports - quickly, safely and efficiently.
Our mission: to reach your destination safely, quickly and reliably. We consistently focus on innovation, continuous fleet modernization and the highest safety standards.
Responsibility in the air - expertise on the ground
Achieving your goal with precision - out of conviction and passion
Foundation
HELI-FLIGHT is founded - the beginning of a strong partner in civil aviation. The foundation stone is laid for decades of expertise in helicopter and aircraft operations.
Maintenance operation
Establishment of our own maintenance operation. This ensures the highest technical quality and operational reliability at an early stage.
Authorized dealer
HELI-FLIGHT becomes the first authorized dealer for Robinson helicopters in Germany. A significant step towards market leadership in the light helicopter segment.
Expansion
The flight school is expanded to include single and twin-engine aircraft. As a result, the range of training courses on offer grows significantly and becomes more diverse.
Helicopter
Deployment of the first intensive care transport helicopter in the Hessian air rescue service. HELI-FLIGHT assumes medical responsibility from the air.
Organ transplantation
Start of close cooperation with the German Foundation for Organ Transplantation. HELI-FLIGHT becomes part of vital medical logistics.
Emergency physician transport
Introduction of the emergency physician helicopter (NEH) in the district of Rostock. The new concept for transporting emergency doctors is becoming a model for many regions.
Pipeline inspection
Start of permanent pipeline flights for large energy suppliers. Prevention and monitoring from the air becomes a permanent service.
Commissioning AS 365 N
Commissioning of the AS 365 N helicopter - a powerful addition for demanding missions. HELI-FLIGHT once again relies on state-of-the-art technology.
Base in Reichelsheim
Opening of the Johanniter base in Reichelsheim. At the same time, the first Robinson R66 in Europe is put into operation - a milestone.
Start of operation
Start of operation of the AS 365 N2. HELI-FLIGHT is thus consistently expanding its air rescue capacities.
Commissioning AS 365 N3
Commissioning of the AS 365 N3. Even more range and performance for operational use.
Base in Gießen
Opening of the Johanniter base in Giessen. HELI-FLIGHT further expands its partnership with the air rescue service.
Base at the Nürburgring
New Johanniter base opened at the Nürburgring. The presence in air rescue is growing continuously.
1st Cessna Citation II
First Cessna Citation II is put into operation. HELI-FLIGHT successfully enters jet operations.
Robinson R44 with autopilot
Commissioning of the H 155 - powerful and versatile. At the same time, the first Robinson R44 with autopilot is put into operation.
1st Cessna Citation Bravo
Second Cessna Citation II and first Citation Bravo join the fleet. The business and ambulance flight sector is expanded.
1st Airbus H 145 D3
First commissioning of the Airbus H 145 D3. A high-end rescue helicopter with state-of-the-art avionics.
Takeover
HELI-FLIGHT becomes a wholly-owned subsidiary of Johanniter Luftrettung on December 1 and becomes HELI-FLIGHT JLR gGmbH. The company headquarters will remain in Reichelsheim and all employees will be taken on.
R66
HELI-FLIGHT JLR flies the first R66 with Horizontal Stabilizer in Germany. It ensures significantly better flight behavior, especially during high-speed flights.
Reliability in the air -
for over 40 years
What began with a vision in 1979 has developed into a versatile aviation company with the highest standards. HELI-FLIGHT JLR stands for quality, safety and innovation - supported by an experienced team and a modern fleet of helicopters and airplanes.
Our customers appreciate not only our technology, but above all our flexibility, precision and personal service. Whether for sightseeing flights, air rescue or business charters - we plan each mission individually and carry it out with the utmost care.
Flying with responsibility, trust and experience.
Certificates & permits
- Maintenance and service organization license DE.145.0172
- Authorized dealer and service center for R22, R44 and R66
- Maintenance organization for Airbus AS365 and H155
- Maintenance and service organization certified according to CAMO+ DE.MG.312 AOC
- Flight school DE.ATO.117
- Approval as a maintenance organization
- Certificate of approval Continuing airworthiness management organization