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Old 22nd Jun 2007, 18:57
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Motherbird, a chum from ATPL theory is going down the commercial heli route, so what I am about to say is totally third-hand. You might try asking on the Rotorheads or helitorque.com forum instead.

Essentially the flying costs are twice as much compared to fixed wing, I hope you have deep pockets! Getting turbine time is tricky too, typically a prerequisite to getting a job, I have heard rates of around 600 per hour... you may get lucky in getting someone to pay this for you. Also top-end pay can be below the airlines and the job market is more finite.

Would your daughter suited for military life?

Luckily a lady by the name of Krasner may pop along soon and give an expert, qualified opinion
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