Helicopter lesson?

Question

has anyone had helicopter lesson abroad, if so where and how much does it cost as i would like to get my ppl any info would be a great help thanks

Answer 1

This link might help,

I am interested in learning to fly helicopters myself.

http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=h...

Answer 2

um...where do you live?

Answer 3

Definately cheaper in the states but I dunno if you are allowed to use that licence over here without some sort of upgrade - maybe someone else knows about that?  No - you dont need an airplane licence first, you can just go straight into helicopters... Our flying school charges 430 pounds an hours includes an instructor but you need to do a lot more hours than if you were taking aircraft lessons.

Answer 4

Here are some prices fo a california flight school - I have posted some frequently asked questions below as well

use for currency  conversions:

http://www.xe.com/ucc/

GROUP3AVIATION:

Private Pilot Rating: Schweizer 300CBi

Based on FAA minimums

The following reflects the estimated course costs for a Private Pilot Certificate in a Helicopter based on the FAA's minimum requirements for flight hours. We have itemized the costs for flight, ground instruction as well as the necessary insurance, materials and exams fees for a total estimate of the costs.

30 Hours Dual Training. $335/Hour   $10,050    

10 Hours Solo Training. $270/Hour  $2,700  

20 Hours Ground Instruction. $55/Hour  $1,100  

Group 3 Rental Deductible Waiver**  $525  

Books and Materials.  $300  

FAA Private Knowledge Exam   $95  

FAA Oral & Flight Exam   $450  

2 Hours SCH CB/CBi Rental for Flight Exam   $540  $15,760

** The Rental Deductible Waiver is required for solo/rental of helicopters without a company flight instructor and is valid for 1 year at $500  

      

Private Pilot Rating: Schweizer 300CBi

Based on student average completion time

Since the average flight time to attain each rating significantly exceeds the FAA mandated minimum standard, the emphasis in each syllabus is on completion of the in-flight training and ground tasks to the appropriate level of proficiency. On average, Flight sessions should last approximately one to two hours. The FAA mandated VFR and IFR cross-countries would obviously require more flight time. The following reflects the estimated course costs for a Private Certificate based on Part 141 and student average completion hours. We have itemized the costs for flight, ground instruction as well as the necessary insurance, materials and exam fees for a realistic estimate of the costs.  

42 Hours Dual Training. $335/Hour   $14,070    

10 Hours Solo Training. $270/Hour  $2,700  

30 Hours Ground Instruction. $55/Hour  $1,650  

Group 3 Rental Deductible Waiver**  $525  

Books and Materials.  $300  

FAA Private Knowledge Exam   $95  

FAA Oral & Flight Exam   $450  

2 Hours SCH CB/CBi Rental for Flight Exam   $540  $20,330

** The Rental Deductible Waiver is required for solo/rental of helicopters without a company flight instructor and is valid for 1 year at $500  

Private Pilot Certification: Robinson R22BII

Based on FAA Minimums  

The following reflects the estimated course costs for a Private Certificate based on the FAA's minimum requirements for flight hours. We have itemized the costs for flight, ground instruction as well as the necessary insurance, materials and exams that will

30 Hours Dual Training. $310/Hour  $9,300  

10 Hours Solo Training. $245/Hour  $2,450  

20 Hours Ground Instruction. $55/Hour  $1,100  

Group 3 Rental Deductible Waiver**  $525  

Books and Materials.  $300  

FAA Private Knowledge Exam   $95  

FAA Oral & Flight Exam   $450  

2 hours R22BII Rental for Flight Exam  $490  $14,710

      

Part 141 Private Pilot Certification Course: Robinson R22BII

Based on Student Average Completion Time  

The following reflects the estimated course costs for a Private Certificate based on Part 141. We have itemized the costs for flight, ground instruction as well as the necessary insurance, materials and exam fees.

42 Hours Dual Training. $310/Hour  $13,020  

10 Hours Solo Training. $245/Hour  $2,450  

35 Hours Ground Instruction. $55/Hour  $1,925  

Group 3 Rental Deductible Waiver**  $525  

Books and Materials.  $300  

FAA Private Knowledge Exam   $95  

FAA Oral & Flight Exam   $450  

2 hours R22BII Rental for Flight Exam  $490  $19,255

** The Rental Deductible Waiver is required for solo/rental of helicopters without a company flight instructor and is valid for 1 year at $500  

Instrument Rating in Robinson R44II with Instrument Airplane option

The following reflects the estimated course costs for an Instrument Rating in an R44 II and utilizing the minimum allowed in an airplane.

Flight training hours in the R44 can be logged and be applied towards the SFAR 73 pilot-in-command requirements and operator insurance coverage as a working commercial pilot.  We have itemized the costs for flight, ground instruction as well as the necessary insurance, materials and exams fees for a more realistic estimate of the costs.



20 Hours Dual Training @ $435/Hour  $8,700  

20 Hours Dual Training in Airplane @ $184/Hour  $3,680  

20 Hours Ground Instruction @ $55/Hour  $1,100  

Group 3 Rental Deductible Waiver**  $525  

Books and Materials   $300  

FAA Flight Instructor Knowledge Exam   $95  

FAA Oral & Flight Exam   $450  

2 hours R44II Rental for Flight Exam  $740  $15,590

** The Rental Deductible Waiver is required for solo/rental of helicopters without a company flight instructor and is valid for 1 year at $500  

Commercial Pilot Certification: Robinson R22BII

The Commercial certification course can be offered for pilots who are not considering the Instrument Rating in Helicopters. This course is inclusive of all the flight time required to be eligible for Commercial Pilot Certification. Pilot-in Command hours can be with an instructor if necessary and shall include the solo night requirements.



20 Hours Dual Training @ $310/Hour  $6,200  

10 Hours Dual Training in Airplane @ $184/Hour  $1,840  

80 Hours PIC @ $245/Hour - with Night Solo  $19,600  

30 Hours Ground Instruction @ $55/Hour  $1,650  

FAA Commercial Knowledge Exam   $95  

FAA Oral & Flight Exam   $450  

2 hours R22BII Rental @ 215/Hour  $490  $28,050  

The Federal Aviation Regulations require 10 hours of simulated IFR flights for the Commercial Rating. Per FAR § 61.129 Aeronautical Experience (c)(3)(i) The simulated IFR hours can be carried out in an Airplane as a cost effective alternative or in the Robinson R44 for pilots that need to build time towards the required PIC hours in an R44.  

Flight Instructor and Flight Instructor Instrument  

Flight Instructor 300CB:      

10-20 hours dual training 300CBi @ $335/hour  $3,350 - $6,700    

15 hours ground instruction @ $55 /hour  $825  

Books  $100  

FAA Flight Instructor Knowledge Exam  $95  

FAA Oral and Flight Exam   $525  

2 hours SCH300CBi Rental @ $260/hour  $540  $5,435-$8,735

      

Flight Instructor Instruments R44 II:      

10 hours dual training R44II @ $435/hour  $4,350    

15 hours ground instruction @ $55 /hour  $825  

Books and materials  $100  

FAA Flight Instructor-Instrument Knowledge Exam  $95  

FAA Oral and Flight Exam   $525  

2 hours SCH300CBi Rental @ $350/hour  $740  $6,635

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F.A.Q. by Charles Duchek - Chief Pilot Midwest Helicopters

http://www.flymidwest.com

General Questions

Do I have to be an airplane pilot before I can learn to fly helicopters?

NO, absolutely NOT! There are many helicopter pilots who have never touched the controls in an airplane and have no interest in learning to fly airplanes.

What do I have to do BEFORE I can begin my actual flight training in the helicopter?

NOTHING! There are NO prerequisites. You can begin training in the helicopter TODAY!  There is no upper age limit. You must be 16 years old to fly the helicopter solo (by yourself), 17 to get a Private Pilot's license and 18 years old to get a Commercial Pilot's (and Flight Instructor's license. At Midwest, we have trained pilots (male and female) from 13 years old into their 70's.

How many hours of flight training does it take to get my helicopter license?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires a minimum of 40 hours of total flight time in the aircraft, including at least 20 hours of dual instruction (with a Certified Flight Instructor, or "CFI") and 10 hours of solo flight (by yourself, after proper training). Most people take a little longer to learn to control the aircraft well enough to pass the FAA "practical" flight test. The national average is about 50-60 hours. Be very suspicious if any flight school tells you anything different. Note: Pilots with airplane training need 10 fewer hours to obtain an "Add-On" rating.

How long a period of time will it take to earn my helicopter license?

That depends more on your schedule, budget, and personal effort than anything else. Most flight schools like Midwest "tailor" a flight training program around an individual student's personal and business schedule. If you can study and fly full-time, it might only take a matter of weeks to complete an "accelerated" flight training program. You should try to fly at least twice a week to make good steady progress. If you train less often it will usually take more hours in the long run to get your license. But you still have to meet the 40-hour requirement in the aircraft.

Is a helicopter easier to learn to fly than an airplane?

Initially, it's more difficult to learn to control a helicopter. Helicopters are less stable (but not less safe) than airplanes. But once you learn to master the controls of the helicopter, it becomes instinctive. Then, like riding a bicycle, you can control the helicopter almost without thinking.

After I earn my helicopter license, what kinds of helicopters can I fly?

You can legally fly ANY type of helicopter, including turbine (jet) engine-powered helicopters or multi-engine helicopters up to a gross weight of 12,500 lbs. (Only a few VERY LARGE helicopters weigh more than that limit). The flight controls work the same in EVERY type and size of helicopter. To safely fly a different size or type of helicopter, however, will usually require some additional training in that aircraft. Often insu