Lugh Aviation
On-demand helicopter pilot services across the United States. Safety-focused professionals for Part 145 and Part 91 operations.
90+
Flight Hours
68
Operators Served
290+
Sorties Completed
195
Five-Star Reviews
Contract pilots,
deployed on your schedule.
One call activates a network of qualified commercial helicopter pilots. No hand-offs. No delays. Just boots on the skids when you need them.
Dispatch, simplified
Your requirements — craft, location, and start date — route directly to our verified pilot network. No hiring pipeline. No procurement lag.
Cleared to fly
Every pilot we dispatch carries current medicals, insurance, and type ratings. We enforce a zero-fail compliance model — verified before arrival.
Proven field match
We don't just send available pilots. We deploy proven crews filtered for past performance, aircraft fit, and mission reliability.
Seamless arrival
Pilots arrive site-ready with finalized coordinates and reporting details. Real-time arrival monitoring ensures your operation stays on schedule.
Designed for today's operations,
beyond traditional pilot staffing.
Ground Runs & Hover Checks
Qualified pilots for maintenance ground runs and hover operational checks at Part 145 repair stations nationwide.
Maintenance Check-Flights
Post-maintenance flight testing by experienced commercial pilots verifying aircraft airworthiness and system functionality.
Aircraft Demos & Tours
Professional pilot services for aircraft demonstrations, client showcase flights, and aerial tours.
VFR — Pilot in Command
Fully insured, current commercial pilots for Visual Flight Rules operations to any destination in the continental US.
Helicopter Maintenance Support
Coordinated maintenance coverage from a pilot's perspective — ensuring aircraft readiness through qualified operational oversight.
Pittsburgh standards,
national reach.
Quick deployment
Pilots dispatched on short notice to meet your operational schedule. No lengthy procurement or hiring process.
National coverage
From Pittsburgh to anywhere in the continental United States. Wherever your operation is, we can be there.
Fully insured
Every pilot we dispatch carries current insurance and meets or exceeds regulatory requirements for the mission.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees, no surprises. Clear rates communicated upfront for every engagement.
Career-level pilots
We don't just send bodies — we send experienced commercial pilots who treat every flight with professional seriousness.
Flexible scheduling
Single call-out, recurring weekly coverage, or long-term contract — we adapt to what your operation needs.
Rooted in Pittsburgh,
serving the country.
Lugh Aviation is a professional pilot services company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in helicopter operations across the United States.
Founded and operated by an experienced commercial pilot, Lugh Aviation provides trusted, on-demand helicopter pilot services for 14 CFR Part 145 maintenance organizations and Part 91 operators who require a qualified, safety-focused professional.
Every pilot dispatched meets the highest standards for currency, insurance, and safety compliance — the same standard we'd demand for our own aircraft.
Available 24/7
412-529-9188Trusted by operators nationwide
How we work and how we
deliver aviation-grade staffing.
Trusted by operators
across the industry.
“Professional, reliable, and safety-focused. Exactly what we look for in contract pilot support for our maintenance check flight program.”
John Abraham
Maintenance Director, RotorWorks Inc.
“Having a qualified PIC on demand has completely changed how we schedule ground runs and hover checks. Reliable, communicative, professional.”
Randall Schwartz
Operations Manager, Keystone Heli
“We've used Lugh Aviation for multiple demo flights with prospective buyers. Every interaction has been smooth, professional, and well-coordinated.”
Jhon Chena
Sales Director, HeliTech Solutions
“The flexibility to call in a qualified pilot on short notice has been invaluable for our maintenance operation. Highly recommended.”
Sarah Mitchell
VP Operations, East Coast Aviation
Ready to get in the air?
Whether you need a pilot for a single check flight or ongoing contract support — one call puts you in the air.