Helicopter Training USA
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Helicopter Training USA
Hi Folks
I have just under 2000 hours, mostly on seaplanes, and am considering doing a helicopter rating in the US.
I currently hold an FAA commercial with IR, and am a UK citizen.
Would anyone have any comments about a flight training centre in the US that they would recommend.
Thanks!
I have just under 2000 hours, mostly on seaplanes, and am considering doing a helicopter rating in the US.
I currently hold an FAA commercial with IR, and am a UK citizen.
Would anyone have any comments about a flight training centre in the US that they would recommend.
Thanks!
You can find some information Here!
Hillsboro Academy in Oregon seems to be a popular choice for International Students. There's also Jerry Trimble Helicopters which is highly recommended!
Hillsboro Academy in Oregon seems to be a popular choice for International Students. There's also Jerry Trimble Helicopters which is highly recommended!
Are you going for private or commercial? Have you got a sense of adventure? If so then consider getting a gyro-add on first - you'll avoid all the helicopter solo and PIC requirements (part 61.63) - you just need to train to proficiency.
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You could also consider Canada - conversion of an FAA to TC licence just requires a written exam and medical (no flight test):
https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/ref...-ac-no-401-001
You’ll get dispensation from some flight time and ground school requirements:
https://tc.canada.ca/en/corporate-se...ns-cars#421_31
Canadian helicopter instructors tend to be older with an associated significant amount of industry experience. Choose a West coast school and you’ll get some beautiful (and challenging) mountainous terrain that will be similar to the USA’s PNW.
Cost wise, if you’ve got USD to hand then you’ll get extra spending power north of the border!
https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/ref...-ac-no-401-001
You’ll get dispensation from some flight time and ground school requirements:
https://tc.canada.ca/en/corporate-se...ns-cars#421_31
Canadian helicopter instructors tend to be older with an associated significant amount of industry experience. Choose a West coast school and you’ll get some beautiful (and challenging) mountainous terrain that will be similar to the USA’s PNW.
Cost wise, if you’ve got USD to hand then you’ll get extra spending power north of the border!
Canadian helicopter instructors tend to be older with an associated significant amount of industry experience.
,...and afterwards you can go to the air and space museum across the street and see the Spruce Goose.
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Another Vote for Trimble
I did my ATP there; wish I had known of them for my initial training. You might also check out https://flypureflight.com if you are interested in the Cabri.
I‘ll swim against the hour saving advice and give a thumbs up to the go for experienced instruction advice. A background in fixed wing will make the transition to rotary much easier in many respects. But helicopters need time to learn in the low speed flight envelope. Reverting to fixed wing intuitions under stress can be very dangerous. Invest in the hours and enjoy rotorcraft safely.