Helicopter Training
Type Ratings (H)
Course Description
The type rating course includes all flight training and theoretical knowledge required, for a helicopter license holder to fly safely and efficiently a new type of aircraft.
Experienced instructors will guide the trainee through normal and emergency procedures, as well as in-depth understanding of aircraft systems.
Duration
The duration for a full course is five to seven days, however it can be reduced up to three days for pilots already holding similar type ratings, or upon applicant’s request.
Pre-entry requirements
- PPL(H) or CPL(H) or ATPL(H)
- Medical Class 1 or 2 (depending on licence held)
Course Structure
- A109 – (8 Hours Flight Training, 1 hour skill test, 40 hours of in-house Ground School)
- Bell 407 – (5 Flight Hours, 1 hour skill test,20 hours Ground school)
- EC120B – (5 Flight Hours, 1 hour skill test, 20 hours Ground school)
- R22 – (5 Flight Hours, 1 hour skill test, 20 hours Ground school)
- R44 – (5 Flight Hours, 1 hour skill test, 20 hours Ground school)
- R66 – (5 Flight Hours, 1 hour skill test, 20 hours Ground school)
Note: The training requirements and prices listed above are estimated for a full course. According to EASA regulations, the hours required for a type rating course depend on the applicant’s current types on his/her license. During your enquiry for the course, please provide your license details and credit might be given for less hours of flight training, with a lower price as well.
Included in the course
- Flight training according to specific type requirements
- In-house ground school training>
- Aircraft Pilot’s Operating Handbook
Additional Costs
- Accommodation
- Skill test examiner’s fee
- License holder’s civil aviation authority’s fees (if applicable)
