- Type: TV
- Studio: ITV1
- Publish Date 1994-01-04
- Status: Completed
- Genre: Action Animation Family Children
- Scores: 2.53 by 4,405 reviews
- Duration: 10 min
- Views: 91
Budgie the Little Helicopter
Inspired by the character created by Sarah, the Duchess of York, "Budgie the Little Helicopter" is a beloved children's series that aired for 39 episodes starting in 1994. The show draws from the Duchess's experiences during her flight training in the Royal Navy. Budgie is a cheerful, small blue helicopter with a bright yellow cap who resides at Harefield Airfield in Oakhamshire. He is surrounded by a diverse group of friends, including Pippa, a green single-engine monoplane; Lionel, another helicopter; Chuck, a twin Chinook helicopter; Patsy, a stunt plane; Oliver the Owl; and Fergus the Cat, among others. Together, they embark on various adventures, highlighting themes of friendship and teamwork.