Flight records obtained by GB News paint a striking picture of just how often the helicopters were used. Between February 25 and the end of November last year, the aircraft logged 420 hours in the air, operating on at least 142 out of 279 days. Over that nine-month period, they completed nearly 340 individual journeys, with stops lasting longer than an hour counted separately.
The helicopters replaced two Sikorsky aircraft that had been in service for 15 years, following a June 2024 announcement that the royal household planned to maximize use of its aviation assets.
Data also reveals which royals used the helicopters the most — and one name stands out.
Princess Anne emerged as the most frequent passenger, with 68 recorded landings at her Gatcombe Park home, reinforcing her long-standing reputation as the hardest-working member of the royal family.