WWW stated: Its much much harder and more expensive to become a helicopter pilot. There are fewer jobs that pay less..... there are also fewer people with licences!!!!. .. .Cabair state that the cost of an integrated Helicopter course is 41,000 and an integrated Fixed Wing one is 47,000. OK it's far more if you decide to get a twin engine helicopter rating whilst doing your Commercial training but thats like doing a 737 type rating during your private.. .. .Whilst acknowledging that this year isn't the best to have a fresh helicopter ticket burning a hole in your pocket I would debate that it costs more to get a helicopter licence.. .. .Unfortunately in this current market it is he that becomes the most inventive that will get the hours and the employment opportunities helicopter or airplane.. .. .If you are interested in helicopters then go helicopters. You won't ever earn as much but you might save a divorce or two by being home at night more often. . .. .Oh, if only wife one and two could read this now <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="biggrin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="biggrin.gif" /> . .. .PS CHC Scotia recent pay increase will give them parity with narrow body jet Capt's topping out at about 80K sterling, which isn't that sad!!!