The Grand National is one of the most famous horse-racing events of the year. Charter a helicopter with us to the Air Charter Service (ACS) Helipad at Aintree Racecourse to elevate your travel experience for one of the biggest sporting events on the British calendar.
Charter a helicopter to the Grand National
The Grand National is one of the most famous horse-racing events of the year. Charter a helicopter with us to the Air Charter Service (ACS) Helipad at Aintree Racecourse to elevate your travel experience for one of the biggest sporting events on the British calendar.
With over 30 years of experience and offices around the world, we can source hundreds of helicopters to find the one that best suits your requirements. Our team is available 24/7 to take your call and create a bespoke helicopter charter that’s tailored to you.
How to travel to the Grand National via helicopter charter
With over 150,000 people attending the three-day event, road congestion can make it time-consuming to reach the Grand National. A helicopter transfer from your home, office or closest airport can save hours, leaving you with more time to enjoy your visit.
For example, it takes over four hours to drive from central London to Aintree, while a helicopter charter to the Grand National takes 75 minutes. Elstree is a popular departure point, as it’s close to the M1 motorway and has lower operational fees than London Heliport in Battersea. Aintree’s heliport is at the centre of the racecourse and upon arrival, you’ll be escorted to a private enclosure before a chauffeur-driven car takes you to the stands.
Road traffic leaving Aintree Racecourse on Grand National Day is notoriously heavy, but with a helicopter charter, you can avoid the hustle and bustle of the crowds. Instead, you’ll be driven back to the terminal where your helicopter awaits.
Popular helicopters to charter to the Grand National
Which helicopter you charter for the Grand National depends on your requirements. Wherever you’re travelling from and however many passengers are in your party, our team can organise everything, from booking the helicopter to the finer details like providing Champagne on departure. Drawing on our years of experience arranging helicopter charters to Aintree Racecourse, here are some of the most popular options.
AS355 Twin Squirrel (5 passengers)
The AS355's excellent handling and spacious cabin make this twin-engine light helicopter a popular choice to charter. Passengers enjoy excellent visibility thanks to the unobstructed cabin and forward-facing seats, while many models feature sliding doors and footsteps for easy boarding.
AgustaWestland AW109 (6 passengers)
The AW109 is a highly versatile twin-engine helicopter designed by Italian manufacturer Agusta. The lightweight aircraft features a large six-seat passenger cabin and interior refinements that offer exceptional levels of style and comfort.
AgustaWestland AW139 (9 passengers)
The AW139 is a medium-sized twin-engine helicopter, which can carry nine passengers at very high speeds in one of the most spacious and comfortable cabins on the market. Its ample baggage compartment can be accessed both externally and from inside the cabin, making it suitable for a wide range of personal and business needs.
About the Grand National
Launched back in 1839, the Grand National is one of the world’s most illustrious and exciting thoroughbred races. Held at Liverpool’s Aintree Racecourse, the action-packed steeplechase has been run by legends such as the triple-winning Red Rum and modern-day victors like Many Clouds and Tiger Roll.
The race features notoriously challenging jumps like Becher’s Brook, which features a 10-inch drop on the landing side; The Chair (the tallest fence, standing at 5ft 3in); Valentine’s Brook, named after a horse that reportedly jumped it backwards; and Canal Turn, a sharp turn following a 5ft obstacle.
Around 600 million people around the world tune in to watch the Grand National on television every year. If you’d rather watch the race in person, you can choose from a range of Grand National tickets and hospitality options.
Helicopter charter cost for the Grand National
Charter rates for a helicopter vary depending on the aircraft, the length of your journey and the airports/heliports you’re flying in and out of.
If you’d like to charter a helicopter to the Grand National, contact our team for a quote today. We can also organise a private jet charter to Liverpool John Lennon Airport ahead of your helicopter transfer to Aintree.