Welcome to Howden – the new name for Forbes Insurance and Hill Aviation

On 17 February 2025, Forbes Insurance and Hill Aviation completed their merger with Howden. From our newly opened Howden Leicester office, Terry Moyes and the Forbes team of aviation insurance specialists will continue to service the needs of existing clients of Forbes and Hill Aviation, as well as welcome new aviation, general commercial and personal insurance clients. All existing phone numbers and email addresses continue to work. Please call 0116 482 8678 or click below to get in touch with a member of the team.

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Same aviation insurance specialists. Now with greater resources and a new name.

Forbes Insurance and Hill Aviation are proud to continue our journey as Howden, adding access and leverage to our specialist aviation and general insurance expertise to help you manage your risks with confidence.

Our extensive insurer access enables us to provide specialist advice and secure competitive cover – and with pilots on our team, we understand what keeps you airborne. Whatever cover you need, we can help find the policy that works best for you.

At Howden we have solutions for:

  • Gliders and motorgliders
  • Fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft
  • Glider tugs
  • Employers’ liability
  • Gliding and flying clubs 
  • Airfield operators
  • Aircraft maintenance companies
  • Aviation-related businesses

Beyond aviation, we also offer an extensive range of general commercial and personal insurance solutions.

So, if you’re looking to manage your personal or business risks with confidence and be guided by industry experts, get in touch.

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