As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Helicopter Pilot in the United Kingdom is £63,115, with an hourly rate of £30, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £43,418 to £66,292, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £43,418
50TH(Median)   £63,115
75TH   £66,292
Helicopter Pilot Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Helicopter Pilot Salary £43,418 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Helicopter Pilot Salary £63,115 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Helicopter Pilot Salary £66,292 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Helicopter Pilot Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Helicopter Pilot salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Helicopter Pilot is about £63,115 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £30, a monthly salary of about £5,260, and a weekly pay of around £1,214. Click the switch button below to see more details about Helicopter Pilot hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Helicopter Pilots Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Helicopter Pilot's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £48,710 - £60,175, while Intermediate make £50,180 - £61,645, Senior earn £52,826 - £63,210, Specialist earn £56,647 - £63,826, Expert can reach £62,527 - £64,775 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Helicopter Pilot £56,647
Intermediate Level Helicopter Pilot £58,117
Senior Level Helicopter Pilot £60,175
Specialist Level Helicopter Pilot £63,210
Expert Level Helicopter Pilot £64,158
£56,647 0 yr
£58,117 < 2 yrs
£60,175 2-4 yrs
£63,210 5-8 yrs
£64,158 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 10%
Intermediate Level 8%
Senior Level 5%
Specialist Level 0%
Expert Level 2%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Helicopter Pilot?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Helicopter Pilot are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £68,164 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £63,584, and Manchester pays around £60,499 annually.

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