Crew Tools & Resources

Useful tools, resources, and savings tips for airline pilots and cabin crew.

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Insurance & Finance

Loss of Licence Insurance

Pays a lump sum if you permanently lose your medical. Essential for professional pilots.

Essential
Read our guide

Income Protection

Monthly payments if you can't work due to illness or injury. Covers more scenarios than LoL.

Essential
LoL vs IP comparison

BALPA Financial Services

Specialist financial advice for pilots — pensions, mortgages, insurance, and tax planning.

Members
balpa.org

Crew Mortgages

Specialist brokers who understand variable income, allowances, and the unique nature of pilot pay.

Specialist
Travel & Staff Benefits

Staff Traveller

Real-time flight loads for staff travel. See how full flights are before you list for standby.


stafftraveller.com

myIDTravel

Manage interline and staff travel bookings. Check availability and book ZED fares.


myidtravel.com

Travel Insurance for Crew

Standard policies often exclude aviation workers. You need cover that works for crew based abroad.


Read our guide
Health & Wellbeing

Aviation Medical (AME)

Keep your Class 1 medical current. Book renewals early and keep records of all results.

Essential
Find an AME

Gyms with Multi-Location Access

PureGym, Basic-Fit, McFit — budget gyms with 24/7 access near most airport bases.

From £20/mo
Gym guide

Pilot Peer Support

Confidential support from fellow pilots. Available through BALPA and most airlines.

Free
Professional Development

BALPA Membership

Legal protection, industrial representation, and professional support for UK-based pilots.


balpa.org

ECA (European Cockpit Association)

European umbrella body for pilot associations. Represents pilots at EU level.


eurocockpit.be

Simulator Preparation

Find TRI/TRE instructors for type ratings, command upgrades, and recurrent training.


Find an instructor
Everyday Savings

Airport Parking — 7.35% Cashback

Book via YourParkingSpace through TopCashback. Saves hundreds per year for commuting crew.

7.35% Back
Full guide

Cashback on Everything

TopCashback and Quidco give cashback on insurance, utilities, travel, and everyday purchases.

Free Money

European SIM Cards

Compare Holafly, Three, Vodafone, and Orange for crew based abroad. No roaming charges.


SIM card guide

International Banking

Revolut, Wise, and multi-currency accounts for pilots paid in one currency and spending in another.


Banking guide
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