Travel Insurance for Pilots & Cabin Crew — What You Need to Know
Standard travel insurance often excludes aviation professionals or has clauses about "working abroad." You need a policy that specifically covers crew.
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What to Look For
Annual multi-trip cover, no aviation exclusion, worldwide cover, medical evacuation, baggage/delay cover, and cancellation protection. Check that commuting to your base counts as a covered trip.
Key Features Checklist
- No aviation exclusion — many standard policies exclude "professional aviation"
- Worldwide cover — including the country you're based in
- Annual multi-trip — much cheaper than single-trip if you travel often
- Medical evacuation — essential if based in a country with limited healthcare
- Commute cover — your regular commute to base should be covered
- Baggage & delay — useful for staff travel where delays are common
Check your airline benefits
Some airlines include basic travel insurance as part of your employment package. Check what's covered before buying additional cover — you may only need a top-up policy.
Revolut Metal
If you already use Revolut, the Metal plan (£12.99/mo) includes comprehensive travel insurance, lounge access, and other perks. Worth considering if you'd pay for travel insurance anyway.
Disclaimer
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