Training, hours building and first job prospects in America

[johns7022]

Low cost helo time building outfit?

I am a corporate pilot with a Prv Helo add on...I am about 10 hrs away from a com/inst. helo add on..but the school here blows..

So I am willing to go off someplace for a few weeks and knock it out...better would be an outfit where I can get 100 hrs of block then have the 200 hrs for my ATP Helo...

If you guys know of a 'git er done' type of helicopter school that would be appreciated....

[malc4d]

er....where are you ??
If near Orlando call Jason at air orlando. Air Orlando Aviation

[helirally]

johns7022 check your pm

Paul

[siddhanta_alc]

guidance...

hey guys/girls. I'm siddhanta. a chopper trainee.
well , my training is supposed to start by 05/06/2010.
i needed some guidance regarding lisencing and stuff.
my training is in US.
I'm goin through a loan procedure.
would it be convinient to get PPL ,come back, give DGCA and then be back for CHPL?
orelse
complete the CHPL and then convert it as accordance to DGCA?

and
how do i go about RT?
please guide me thru..
thanks

[anti-talk]

We have trained many Indian students who have subsequently converted the FAA CPL H to a DGCAA licence.

It would be much simpler to do a CPL / CPL conversion rather than splitting training.

What we do is provide extensive supporting documents to our students that demonstrates satisfaction of DGCAA CPL H requirements and so far to date we have never had an issue with a conversion.

You can do your RT licence here in Florida (JAA) or after your return to India - it really isnt an issue.

I have many friends in India who are in senior flying positions that we have trained and may help you get work when you return with your shiny new licence.

I would also recommend a 44 conversion prior to returning as the 44 is becomming very popular in India for low cost commercial ops, a number of our recent graduates jumped into 44's on their return.

Regards

Geoff

[GoodGrief]

We have trained many Indian students who have subsequently converted the FAA CPL H to a DGCAA licence.

Not a piece of cake.

I have many friends in India who are in senior flying positions that we have trained and may help you get work when you return with your shiny new licence.

You don't get a commercial job with a shiny new one.
Secondly you need 100 hours PIC on type before you can engage in commercial transport.

I would also recommend a 44 conversion prior to returning as the 44 is becomming very popular in India for low cost commercial ops, a number of our recent graduates jumped into 44's on their return.

There are less than 10 R44 in the country............
And I know of at least one expat flying an R44 because there are no locals.

[anti-talk]

Good grief indeed

Not wanting to get into a pissing match here but!

Every Indian National we have trained has secured a CPL H with the DGCA fairly straight forwardly (sometimes a little more paperwork needed from the training provider).

As I said, if you read my post the DGCA are just like our CAA in the UK ,but in the 50's. You just need loads of documentary evidence to support your training and then it isnt that hard - its just very 'paper' based and 'proper' and you have to jump through hoops.

Now if you are not an Indian Citizen then its actually quite difficult. A lot of resistance from the DGCA

Re Commercial ops in 44's , I hear you again, the 3 guys we trained in the last 6 months that are flying 44's are for Corporate Entities (not AOC guys).

The last point rests my case, there are no locals to fly helicopters there, hence it is an excellent opportunity. The DGCA and local operators would certainly prefer nationals flying there rather than Expats.

Just looked at your profile are you still in Mumbai, I have good friends in Puna?

I trust that clarifies what i meant

[nuddi]

Helicopter training at Orlando Flight Training

Hi, is there anyone here who has been at OFT in Florida for Helicopter training, or time building? If there is, can you say something about this flight school, and the way things work out there.
Thank you.

[RaymondKHessel]

Hi Nuddi,
Take a look a BoatPix if you're looking for time building. Fun flying, and in Florida they're flying almost year-round.

[ka26]

Hour building + FI course

HI,

I am a Com Pilot with 210TT (R44/R22). I am looking for some hourbuilding in Europe. I need 40 hours in order to reach the 250TT to start the FI course.

Any place where the flight hour is cheaper? Able to move all over Europe.
I would prefer a R22, even a private heli.

Thank you.

I am in Italy.

[SFDOC]

Schools

I would suggest you check out SRT Helicopters in Bakersfield Ca.

www.srthelo.com

Very challenging terrain, high time instructors who are working in the industry, not time builders.

Did their Mountain Course and was very pleased.

[nahighfill]

SD Flight School

Troy,

The best flight school in San Diego County is Civic Helicopters in Carlsbad, based at Palomar Airport.

[Helitaz]

Silverhawk Aviation Academy Idaho

Hi all, I'm looking into traveling over to America quite soon from Australia to do my PPL(H) as it seems to be a lot cheaper over there at the moment with the current currency exchange.

I'm interested in Silverhawk Aviation Academy in Idaho as they've been the most helpful.

was just wondering if anyone here recommends Silverhawk or ever dealt with them?

Any information/advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers

[TrT]

A Few Questions..

Hi all,

I am currently rated South African CAA com heli pilot with +-2800 hours.
I am looking to convert to FAA com in the San Diego area and also look for a job, I am wondering what schools are around there that I can use to convert to FAA and also what my job prospect would be like once converted, any help would be appreciated.
I have been in contact with a few schools but any other info would help.

I may of done a similliar post long ago but cant find it and also things may of changed.

Thanks

[Gordy]

TrT

Unless you are legal to work in the US, you WILL NOT get a job here. Even if you are legal, there are plenty of people ahead of you in line with those hours.

[twpettitt]

Changing from UK to USA

Hi all, Need advice really! Im currently doing my PPL in Liverpool Uk and will be finished in Jan but a current employment situation means im being made redundant to i have to money there to continue my training! Questions i have are 1. How hard is it to change my PPL so that i can fly in America because i may aswell sell up now and move over there to continue training. 2. What training am i better of getting ie Commercial, Instructor and Instrument to best gain employment at the end of it 3. Where should i train in America, had a look at a few schools and may aswell go somewhere hot like Maunalou school in Hawaii and 4. When applying for jobs does it matter wether u were trained in UK or USA to employers? Any info, tips or advice would be appreciated cause im new to your industry and finding my feet!
Thankyou
Terence

[TrT]

So confirm, I should not validate my CAA Helicopter COMM to a FAA Comm with IF, it will be a waste of time and there are no job prospects in the near future(in the US)?

It seems that due to the lack of response from heli schools in the western US they also think it is a bad idea. I have mailed I dont know how many people regarding training and prices to no avail. Obviously they not interested in the business. I have also mailed many other companies in respect of jobs or the prospects of a job and again to no avail. Understandably the market is not great, but the lack of response is interesting.

[Gordy]

TrT---unless you are a US citizen or have a legal right to work in the US, you are not eligible for employment.

Also, as you already hold commercial license, how much training would you be getting?

[TrT]

Well it would be a full IF, ground school for exams and some general orientation. Possibly then ATP also. Apply for a work permit and hope i guess. But my thinking is I would need someone to be interested in hiring me to get a work permit? I think all that costing with accom will be around $10000.. Not exactly peanuts but not a full comm either.

[grumpytroll]

jobs in U.S.

I know of a company that has openings right now for EMS pilots. Air Methods Corp. Mins are high (1500-2000) but they are always looking. Decent pay, nice, well maintained equipment, 401 match, medical bens. Also, don't just look at Western U.S. for training. As long as your here, look everywhere. The cost of living can be substantially lower in the midwest. Here is one example. There is also a good company in the St Louis area.

lakesuperiorhelicopters.com

Cheers