Willis has returned to the light and recreational general aviation market after a 30-year hiatus. It said the recent arrival of the team from Lloyd’s broker Crispin Speers ensured Willis could now meet the needs of aviation operators flying microlights, balloons, gliders, commercial drones and light fixed wing aircraft.

John Rooley, head of global aviation and space at Willis said: “Our re-entry into the light and recreational general aviation sector closes a long-standing gap in Willis’s portfolio, enabling the delivery of an A-Z suite of insurance solutions.”

He added: “By broadening our capabilities and embracing innovation, we are confident in our ability to deliver market-leading insurance solutions and drive positive change across the aviation sector and beyond.”

Willis said the new team offered structured solutions and expertise supported by technology that would enable it to handle large volumes of business efficiently.