dani_r Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 Just wondering if there are any real heli pilots on the forum? I've had an application pack from the Heli Pilot College in British Columbia, Canada and would really appreciate some advice from some real pilots before I look to invest £60,000+ in a new career! I just want to know what my options are, how best to approach the course, future career prospects and just the general best route to take! If anyone can help me I would be really grateful. Cheers Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilkinson Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I use to fly (fixed wing RAF) and had a mate who looked into his commercial helo licence about a year ago. The killer was not getting the initial CPL(H) but getting the neccessary twin turbine time to apply for most jobs. His main career path was going to be hour building as an instruction then look into north sea helo runs. Is the course JAA compliant? If not factor in exam and skills assessments all at your cost. Also JAA operate a type rating which will mean your initial classification will be for piston only. If you train abroad on turbine outside of JAA you will need to pay for 3 hours flying on turbine back in Europe with another type assessment to get this added to your licence. I would also query if that £60k covers IR? Flying is amazing an can be very rewarding but initially very expensive. There are a few companies out there offering sponsorship which is where I would be looking. The fixed wing market is a tough nut to crack let alone helo flying. Hopefully somebody here can add some clarity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I use to fly (fixed wing RAF). Things you never knew Im a heli engineer in the RAF, I know a few pilots, what specifically do you want to know, I can ask a few of them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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