Britten-Norman is the UK’s only sovereign aircraft manufacturer, having designed and delivered aircraft for over 60 years. 
 
Our primary product, the Islander, is one of the world’s most successful and enduring aircraft designs. The Islander is versatile and durable, able to operate with ease in challenging environments. It can take off and land almost anywhere, including beaches and jungle clearings. This has made the Islander world renowned as a trusted work horse. By providing lifeline and life-saving services, the Islander has long served as the backbone of communities around the world. 
 
Innovation is important to Britten-Norman. We hold a wide variety of aviation approvals and specialise in bringing the latest aerospace technologies to market. Some of our current R&D projects include partnering with fellow UK SME’s to develop new capabilities for our aircraft, including electric and autonomous operations.
 
We have facilities around the world, supporting customers and operators in over 100 countries. 


Aviation & Aerospace

Drones

Engineering

Manufacturing

Military

Transportation

Britten-Norman

The Southampton office focuses on engineering, compliance, customer relations, and human resources within the aviation sector.

Southampton

The London office serves as a strategic hub for executive leadership and board governance, driving key organizational initiatives.

London

William Hynett

Steve Knowles

This department oversees the management and execution of maintenance protocols to ensure the safety and airworthiness of aircraft.

Aircraft Maintenance

This department ensures compliance with safety regulations and the ongoing airworthiness of aircraft.

Aviation Safety

This department is responsible for providing assistance and solutions to customer inquiries and technical issues.

Customer Support Services

This department manages employee relations, recruitment, training, and compliance with labor laws.

Human Resources

This department manages the recruitment of talent and oversees the procurement and supply chain functions within the organization.

Talent and Procurement

This department focuses on identifying growth opportunities, building client relationships, and expanding market presence.

Britten-Norman

Org chart

Teams

Aircraft Maintenance

Aviation Safety

Customer Support Services

Human Resources

Talent and Procurement

Business Development

Offices

Britten-Norman

Org chart

Teams

Aircraft Maintenance

Aviation Safety

Customer Support Services

Human Resources

Talent and Procurement

Business Development

Offices

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