How much is it to get helicopter pilot licence?

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How much is it to get helicopter pilot licence?

Answer 1

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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Helicopter FAQ | Need for Pilots

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Introduction to Helicopter Flight Lessons

Fly a Helicopter!  

In the Schweizer 300CBi Helicopter or in the Robinson R22BII Helicopter  

A pre-flight brief covering safety, helicopter controls and an extended 60 minute flight  $320

Introductory Flights

During an Introductory Flight one of our instructors will be able to cover the basics about the helicopter's controls, the effect each control input has during a climb, descent, straight and level, and hovering. Then you will take to the air on your first helicopter flight lesson on which you will take the controls with the help of your flight instructor and see what it is like to pilot the helicopter. This flight is usually conducted locally departing out of Van Nuys Airport.

Students get the chance to experience most flight conditions like: Straight and level flight, climbs, turns and descents, plus the most memorable, hovering! With the ground school and flight combined, you will have a basic understanding of how to fly a helicopter. There is no obligation for you to continue lessons; this is offered to give you insight into helicopter flight. The flight time received does count towards your license should you wish to continue lessons toward a Private or Commercial license.

Answer 2

It will depend on whether you want to fly for recreation or as a professional pilot.

If you want to fly for recreation, you will want to get a private pilot certificate. The minimum requirement is 40 hours of flight training, plus expenses such as ground school, medical exam, books, examiner fees, etc. Most people tend to go beyond the average and take about 60 hours of flight time to finish.

The $335/hr rate is higher than average. Prices will vary by location, but $250-$300 per hour is common.

If it takes you 60 hours at $275 per hour, then you will spend $16,500. Expect another $1,000 perhaps for related expenses. Again, prices will vary by location, and the actual time it takes you to finish will vary as well.

If you plan on a career as a pilot, you will need a commercial pilot certificate and you will also want the instrument rating. The minimum time for commercial is 150 hours of flight time. Many people can finish their private, instrument, and commercial in this time.

150 hours at $275 per hour is $41,250.

In addition, you will likely want to get the instructor certification to build flight experience while teaching others. Perhaps it takes another 25 hours. If we then add additional books, testing fees, and ground classes, we might expect to spend another $10,000-$15,000.

As a result, to complete training for becoming a professional pilot, you should budget between $50K and $60K, based on average costs and completion times.

Please do your homework and become familiar with prices in your area to calculate actual costs. Also make yourself familiar with a pilot's typical career path. Sometimes companies require additional flight hours before they hire you, and that may come out of your pocket.

Sorry for the lengthy answer, but I hope it helps. Good luck!

Answer 3

60 thousand dollars

Answer 4

10-15 grand