About Us
Wings for Warriors is a unique charity, which believes wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women deserve the best opportunities even after military service has ended.
By working with military rehabilitation units, other charities, businesses and the public, our aim is to inspire our wounded warriors to move past injury and achieve new, bright and sustainable futures. Nobody should ever feel like they have already achieved their best, which is why, for our students, the sky is merely the beginning.
In order to move past a life changing injury or illness it is imperative that our veterans continue to work for themselves and not be 'spoon-fed' or simply offered short term projects or challenges. This is why we use the exciting, demanding and sustainable world of commercial aviation as an incentive to keep moving forwards, stop looking backwards and find a means to continue supporting their families for years to come.
Our contribution
Our opportunities require veterans to challenge themselves holistically and places emphasis on physical, psychological and social development.
Over time veterans will re-build their own confidence, capability and pride at the same time as working towards recognised civilian qualifications.
"I'm actually pretty lucky. Getting injured has actually enabled me to pursue my dreams"
Private Christopher Kirk (5 Scots) - Injured IED blast
'Train Hard, Flight-Easy'
Our graduates must be commercially employable, which means training them to the highest possible standards. We do not specially adapt our aircraft, instead requiring veterans to adapt themselves, overcome their injuries and demonstrate 100% commitment to earning themselves bright new futures where the sky is merely the beginning.
Simulator training, 'engine-off landings' and night navigation are all part of the process, not to mention thousands of hours spent studying in the classroom.
Success with us must be earned, which makes it even more valuable.
