FAQ:Training & Employment Prospects - Please read before posting
We are frequently asked questions about training, whether for a PPL(H) or to become a professional pilot. There's a wealth of information in the forum, but it was in numerous different threads. I've been merging similar topics to make searching easier.
So you want to be a professional pilot? Read what the pros say about it: Would you become a professional pilot again? This topic also includes discussions about how to become a pilot. Helicopters at work around the world A picture speaks a thousand words. See why most pro helicopter pilots would do it again. Includes some pictures taken by PPLs around the world. Where's the best place to train? See the next section. Which is the best helicopter for training? From zero to CPL/IR: What does it cost Big differences between countries. Beware of prejudices! Can I reclaim VAT and/or tax on training costs? Mainly UK advice. Converting from fixed-wing to Rotary Am I too old? The answer's almost certainly 'No', but check here. What are the job prospects for New CPLs? Becoming an Instructor Instructor Scholarships The Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators offers FI(R) Scholarships http://www.pprune.org/rotorheads/400...or-rating.html Hours Building Both on your way to a CPL(H) and as a newly qualified professional pilot TRAINING and JOB PROSPECTS (By Country): Which country for training? General Discussion Conflicting views - inevitably. Beware of bias/prejudices. Africa: South Africa Nigeria What's new in West Africa Not a 'training' thread, but an invaluable insight into working there as a helicopter pilot. America: Training, hours building and first job prospects in America Land of the free? Not free, but probably the cheapest. FAA v CAA approach to aviation Can't do v Can do? Obtaining an FAA Professional Licence US Visa Information Australia: Training, Licence Conversion, Job Prospects in Australia It's a big country - Oz guide to the different states Canada: Training & Employment prospects in Canada You too could learn to fly like this - Link New Zealand: Training & Employment prospects in New Zealand United Kingdom & Europe: NB: UK training requirements have changed sinced the advent of the JAA - especially professional training requirements. You must read the most up to date regulations published by the UK CAA. I want to be a helicopter pilot Advice from the British Helicopter Advisory Board UK Flight Crew Licensing Information (LASORS) CPL and ATPL Training JAA ATPL Ground School & Distance Learning CRM Courses JAA Instrument Rating - incl Converting FAA IR to JAA IR Converting non-JAA licence to JAA licence UK Helicopter Schools The Persian/Arabian Gulf Hong Kong & SE Asia If, after reading the discussions, you still haven't found the answer to your question, ask it on an existing thread relating to the topic. Heliport http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v1...portSmiley.gif |
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