The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund
Also known as: Balpa Benevolent Fund
Applications considered only from current or retired British commercial airline pilots, flight engineers and winchmen and their dependants
Activities & Mission
Applications considered only from current or retired British commercial airline pilots, flight engineers and winchmen and their dependants
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Pilots Together (organisation 5166498)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £105,550 | £99,375 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £284,158 | £90,091 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £47,557 | £64,854 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £51,928 | £77,458 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £51,592 | £83,537 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund
What does The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund do?
Applications considered only from current or retired British commercial airline pilots, flight engineers and winchmen and their dependants
How much income did The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund report in 2025?
The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund reported total income of £106k and reported expenditure of £99k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund registered as a charity?
The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 1964 as charity number 229957. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund?
The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund operate?
The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund a registered charity?
Yes — The British Airline Pilots Association Benevolent Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229957.
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Also Known As
- Balpa Benevolent Fund
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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