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Helicopter Flight Instruction

Ratings and Certificates


For some its just being able to fly, for others its planning for a career. We've been helping people realize their flying dreams for decades. Many of our former students have gone on to establish themselves as part of this unique flying community.

R22 Discovery Flights - $150

Great for first-timers and even rated pilots who want to try out the R22 or our school.

*Note: The maximum seat weight is 240 lb. Students at/near the maximum seat weight have the option to take our R44 Discovery Flight if weight and balance prevents R22 flight (see below).


R44 Discovery Flights - $275

Great for first-timers and even rated pilots who want to try out the R44 or our school.
The R44 is a four place, larger and faster helicopter capable of carrying larger passengers and more overall weight than the R22. It even outruns the popular Bell Jet Ranger!This is the best option for students near or above 240 lbs.


Our Discovery Flights Include:

  • 1 hour of ground instruction including FAA-required SFAR Awareness Training & Endorsement
  • 30 minutes of log-able flight instruction with hands-on experience
  • Student Pilot Logbook

Helicopter License and Rating Courses

PRIVATE PILOT | HELICOPTER (For student pilots)

    FAA Requirements:
  1. Obtain an FAA medical certificate
  2. Pass an FAA written examination
  3. Pass an FAA oral and flight test
  4. Obtain 40 hours of flight time to include 10 hours of solo
    Course includes the following:
  1. 30 hours dual instruction $7350
  2. 10 hours solo practice $2100
  3. 35 hours ground instruction $1575

  $11,025*


PRIVATE PILOT | HELI ADD-ON (For fixed-wing & otherwise rated pilots)

    FAA Requirements:
  1. Possess a valid FAA medical certificate
  2. Pass an FAA oral and flight test
  3. Obtain at least 40 total hours of flight time (any aircraft)
  4. Obtain at least 20 hours dual instruction (to comply with SFAR 73 to FAR Part 61)
  5. Obtain at least 10 hours solo in a helicopter (including some specifics)
    Course includes the following:
  1. 20 hours dual instruction $4900
  2. 10 hours solo practice $2100
  3. 20 hours ground instruction $900

  $7900*

INSTRUMENT RATING | HELICOPTER

    FAA Requirements:
  1. Obtain an FAA medical certificate
  2. Pass an FAA written examination
  3. Pass an FAA oral and flight test
  4. Obtain 40 hours of IFR or simulated IFR flight time
  5. Obtain 50 hours cross-country time as PIC
    Course includes the following:
  1. 40 hours dual instruction $9800
  2. 30 hours ground instruction $1350

  $11,150*


INSTRUMENT RATING | HELI ADD-ON

    FAA Requirements:
  1. Hold a helicopter private license
  2. Hold a fixed-wing instrument rating
  3. Hold a valid FAA medical certificate
  4. Pass an FAA oral and flight test
  5. Obtain 15 hours of IFR or simulated IFR flight time in helicopters
    Course includes the following:
  1. 15 hours dual instruction $3825
  2. 5 hours ground instruction $225

  $4,050*


COMMERCIAL PILOT | HELICOPTER

    FAA Requirements:
  1. Hold a helicopter private license
  2. Hold a valid FAA medical certificate
  3. Pass an FAA written examination
  4. Pass an FAA oral and flight test
  5. Obtain 150 hours of flight time including 50 hours helicopter and 100 hours as PIC
    Course includes the following:
  1. 20 hours dual instruction $4900
  2. 100 hours of Solo (PIC) $21000
  3. 10 hours IFR instruction $2550
  4. 25 hours ground instruction $1125

  $29,575*


MOUNTAIN COURSE | HELICOPTER

    Pre-requisites:
  1. Hold a helicopter private license
    Course includes the following:
  1. 15 hours dual instruction $3675
  2. 5 hours ground instruction $225

  $3,900


CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR | HELICOPTER

    FAA Requirements:
  1. Hold a helicopter commercial certificate
  2. Hold a valid FAA medical certificate (2nd class to exercise)
  3. Pass a two FAA written examinations
  4. Receive sufficient ground instruction to proficiency
  5. Pass an FAA oral and flight test
    Course includes the following:
  1. 25 hours dual instruction $6125
  2. 25 hours ground instruction $1125

  $7,250*


ADDITIONAL EXPENSES - Approximated

  • FAA written examinations - each $90
  • FAA practical examinations with Designated Examiner- $400
  • ALTERNATIVE: FAA practical examinations with FAA Inspector - No Charge
  • FAA Medical Exam (including certificate)- $85
  • Books & Supplies - $250-$400
  • Headset - $350


*All prices are based on the current BLOCK RATE for flight time and are subject to change. All flight training fees must be deducted from student accounts. A positive account balance must be maintained throughout the course of training. Credit card customers may incur a service charge. Body weight and other enrollment restrictions apply.

Payment is required for all services including introductory flights at the time rendered.

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