Toran Air Services & Academy
Ever since the dawn of humanity, we’ve dreamed of flying. Of seeing our Earth from above and feeling what birds feel—boundless freedom. Toran wants to make that dream accessible to everyone. Because the sky belongs to all of us.
We’ll take you up into the sky, on your own terms. For those who just want to enjoy the ride, we’ll fly with a commercial pilot on board. For those who want to fly themselves, there are introductory flights with an instructor—the moment you discover that freedom can also be in your own hands. And for those who want to go further, there’s Toran Academy.
Toran Academy is Belgium’s largest and longest-standing helicopter school. For over 25 years, we’ve been training pilots, from their very first flight to a full PPL(H) or CPL(H) license and specialized advanced training programs. With modern training helicopters, experienced instructors, and a personalized approach, we work together to build a solid and safe training program—always at your own pace, with a focus on quality and trust.
What keeps us on track? Four non-negotiable values: safety above all, innovation to push boundaries, a personalized, human approach, and fun—because flying should be enjoyable, without exception.
We’re based at Kortrijk Airport, but we also operate from locations such as Antwerp, Sint-Truiden, and Knokke.
Meet the Team
or Toran
Matthias Decleer
Managing Partner
Arno Soete
Managing Partner
Jacob
Operations Manager + Flight Instructor
Louis
Head of Training + Flight Instructor
Pierre-Louis
Accountable Manager + Flight Instructor
Stefaan
Compliance & Safety Manager
Nina
Operations & Planning Coordinator
Didier
Marketing Manager
Theo
Flight instructor
Christophe
Flight instructor
Jurgen
Flight instructor
Tom
Flight instructor
Erik
Flight instructor
Dominique
Flight instructor
Robin
Flight instructor
Jürgen
Commercial Pilot
Daniel
Director of Photography - IMAGOO-
Matthias Decleer
Managing Partner -
Arno Soete
Managing Partner -
Jacob
Operations Manager + Flight Instructor -
Louis
Head of Training + Flight Instructor -
Pierre-Louis
Accountable Manager + Flight Instructor -
Stefaan
Compliance & Safety Manager -
Nina
Operations & Planning Coordinator -
Didier
Marketing Manager -
Theo
Flight instructor -
Christophe
Flight instructor -
Jurgen
Flight instructor -
Tom
Flight instructor -
Erik
Flight instructor -
Dominique
Flight instructor -
Robin
Flight instructor -
Jürgen
Commercial Pilot -
Daniel
Director of Photography - IMAGOO
Guimbal Cabri G2 — Sterna Montifringilla
Pilot + 1 passenger
Compact, yet exceptionally powerful. Agile, lightweight, and reliable even in extreme conditions
Robinson R44 — Sterna Hirundo
Pilot + 3 passengers
This bike is incredibly popular, and for good reason. It’s agile, compact, and above all, rock-solid. It lasts surprisingly long, both in terms of miles and years. That’s why we named it after the champion of migratory birds—the Arctic tern. Do you recognize its red beak and long tail?
Bell 206 — Arctic Tern
Pilot + 4 passengers
Over the years, this bird has built up an iconic reputation. It is reliable, versatile, and always ready for action and adventure, even in the most challenging situations. A true class act, then, that has more than earned its stripes. Do you recognize its powerful, robust frame?
Bell 505 — Sterna Elegans
Pilot + 4 passengers
This bird combines elegance with performance. It is modern, streamlined, and refined down to the last detail. It is equally at home in the air and on the ground, with a design that exudes speed and precision. A graceful powerhouse that effortlessly balances comfort and control.