Horse Transport - Flying

[DBrasnett]

Has anyone had their horse transported by air before?

My mare is flying from the USA - UK in May and I am getting nervous. I am paranoid she is going to play up.

I am keen to hear from anyone who has been through this.

Diane

 

[dianchi]

we usd to fly them all the time its not normally a problem tbh.
My mare is normally a bit noisy in a box but was perfect on a plane.

 

[DBrasnett]

That is good to hear.

My mare is noisey and paws in the box too!!

 

[GTs]

Horses tend to fly well -

 

[vonno]

I've flown horses from the USA, and they've all been fine. Plus there is always an experienced person with them.

 

[Zoobie]

My best friend has recently flown her youngster to Auzzyland she said he was better treated then she was.

 

[Miss Tipps]

Hope I'm not being nosey, but I might have to transport a horse by air soon, how much is it costing you?

Thx

 

[FRESHMAN]

We have had to use air travel & yes they do travel well, however I would insist on someone experienced travelling with the horse. Sometimes they almost sit down on take off. Also it is a good idea to tape the hoofs with Duck tape before loading as this gives better grip on slippery surface.

 

[Zoobie]

It cost my friend £6,500 to fly her 14 month Sec D, that inc all quarrentine's I think it was with 1 groom

 

[Apalacia01]

I too am looking into this - I have been quoted about 5k.....IRT is meant to be quite good. I would love to hear more feedback from people.

 

[c7mlm]

i know someone who has just took 2 horses to compete in america it has cost her 10k each. they had to go by ferry from england to amsterdam, then picked up a plane to america

 

[KendraK]

Hi, sorry to be nosey, but I am looking into flying my mare to America in the summer, and I was wondering what companies you have had quotes from? All the quotes I have had have been for 15k+!!! Thanks for your help!

 

[DBrasnett]

I am moving her from Dallas, Texas to the UK and am paying $7,500 (approx 4,000 GBP) with IRT. I have a quote from IRT UK to take her from Stanstead to Swansea and that is WAY TOO much at 700 GPB...... I am looking into alternatives.

I have been very happy with IRT and their communication.

 

[vonno]

Ive used Nedpoint Quarter Horses (S Oklahoma) for the quarantine, and they've dealt with all the paperwork etc. and arrange for John Parker to collect them from Schipol and deliver to you. Cost has been between £3000 - £3500 (door to door) depending on the exchange rate at the time.

 

[PapaFrita]

Horses tend to fly better than they lorry/trailer. PF travelled perfectly from Paris to Argentina

 

[DBrasnett]

Did John Parker clear the horse through customs or did Nedpoint do that?

 

[vonno]

I think it was arranged by Nedpoint, though I'm sure John Parker does make the arrangements when neccesary.
Also, have used John Parker to transport horses around the UK, and he's always been very reasonable and helpful. Would certainly be worth giving him a call.

 

[vonno]

P.S, Forgot to mention, I know he does regular runs into Wales.