Frequently Asked Questions on hiring Sky Dancers and Searchlights

1.  What is included in the hire price?

Any necessary consultation with the Civil Aviation Authority where applicable.

The hire price includes the dates the equipment will be used but will not include the transit time. You can hire for as little as one day or longer as you require.

2. How do I book?

Contact us to discuss your event and requirements. Read our Conditions of Hire and complete the Hire form returning it to us either online or by post. 

If booking less than 4 weeks in advance, full payment is required on booking.

If booking more than 4 weeks in advance, a 25% deposit is required with a post dated cheque for the balance dated 14 days before the start of hire and cheques must be forwarded in time to be cleared before your booking date. You may also pay by bacs.

On receipt of payment, we will then confirm your order and delivery details.

3.  How do I set up?

Due to the weight of the equipment, you should arrange for two able bodied people to be available to unpack. Our SkyDancers and Searchlights come with full instructions.

4.  How do I receive and return the product?

All equipment is usually sent by freight carrier flight cased for protection.

After the event, pack the equipment in the case and we will arrange for the carrier to collect it. Please note that if the equipment is not ready for collection on the agreed day, this may result in additional charges as per our conditions of hire.

5.  Do I need a specialist operator for the equipment?

No. Anyone reading the full instructions can set up both the searchlights and the SkyDancers.

6.  Do I need additional insurance?

The responsibility for any damage or loss of the equipment is yours and so we recommend you add the equipment to your insurance policy for the time of hire. Any damages or loss to the equipment will be charged.

7. Do I need to request permission from any local authorities?

It is our current understanding that no formal planning permission is required for SkyDancers without wording however, if you are considering adding text, we recommend that you check with your local planning authority, especially if the hire continues over 24 hours.  Where applicable, we will check with the Civil Aviation Authority on your behalf at no additional cost.