About Funky Aviation

Born in a Hangar, Powered by Pilots 

Welcome to Funky Aviation – where passion for flight meets unique, hand-drawn artistry. We're not just another apparel brand; we're aviation enthusiasts bringing authentic, artistic designs to pilots, aircrew, and aviation lovers worldwide.

The Beanz Story: Art That Takes Flight

At the heart of Funky Aviation is our collaboration with renowned cartoon artist Beanz, whose distinctive hand-drawn aviation illustrations bring our products to life. Every design starts with Beanz's pen and passion for aviation – from initial sketch to the final product you wear with pride.

What makes our designs special? They're hand-drawn. In a world of generic clip-art and mass-produced graphics, Beanz creates each illustration with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the spirit and character of aviation in every line. You can see the love of flying in every sketch – from the curve of a Spitfire's wing to the personality of a cheeky helicopter pilot.

This isn't just art; it's aviation authenticity you can wear.

Our Aviation Roots

Funky Aviation was born from a genuine love of flying. We're not just selling t-shirts – we're part of the aviation community, and we understand what it means to live and breathe aircraft. Whether you're a student pilot earning your wings, a seasoned commercial aviator, or an enthusiast who lives for airshows, we create designs that speak to your passion.

Our connection to aviation runs deep, and it shows in everything we do – from the accuracy of our aircraft illustrations to our partnerships with respected flying organizations.

Community & Partnerships

We're proud to work alongside some of the most respected names in British aviation:

  • LAC Flying School – Training the next generation of pilots
  • SLA Aviation – Sharing the joy of flying with thousands online
  • Navy Wings – Preserving naval aviation heritage
  • Merseyflight – Excellence in flight training
  • TLAC – The Light Aircraft Company 
  • AFORS – Aircraft for Sale
  • Ampsair – C42 Training services

These aren't just business relationships – we're genuinely part of the aviation community. We support flying schools, work with pilot content creators, and contribute to keeping aviation accessible and exciting for everyone.

Quality & Ethics We Stand Behind

Our customers love our products – with an exceptionally low 3.3% return rate, we know we're delivering quality that aviation enthusiasts appreciate. Every item features:

  • Oeko-Tex certified cotton – safe, sustainable, and comfortable
  • Ethically sourced materials – we care about how our products are made
  • EU 2-year warranties – quality you can trust
  • Print-on-demand model – less waste, made-to-order for you

We believe in creating products that last as long as your passion for aviation.

Join Our Community

When you wear Funky Aviation, you're joining a community of aviation enthusiasts who appreciate authentic, artistic designs. We'd love to see your photos – tag us with #FunkyAviation at airshows, in the cockpit, or wherever your aviation adventures take you!

Interested in wholesale or partnership opportunities? Get in touch – we're always excited to connect with fellow aviation enthusiasts and organizations.

Clear skies and tailwinds,
The Funky Aviation Team