Overview
Learn to be a helicopter pilot with Cutting Edge Helicopters. Our experienced instructors will take you through all the flight and ground school training needed or help refresh your skills . We have three dedicated pilot training rooms with pilot lounge at our base in Eglinton and encourage a club atmosphere where our old hands and trainees can meet.
If you would like to enquire about helicopter pilot training, simply complete our request form. We will endeavour to respond within 48 hours.
Private Pilot's Licence PPL (H)
There is no greater achievement than gaining your helicopter pilots licence. Learning to fly has never been more enjoyable than with Cutting Edge Helicopters. You can discover the thrill and exhilaration of piloting a helicopter yourself and also on completion of your licence take passengers to experience the delights of helicopter flight.
Flying Requirements
Flying Requirements
The Private Pilot's Licence Helicopter (PPL H) has a minimum requirement of 45 flying hours. This is the minimum number of hours required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and in practice is dependent on each individual's aptitude.The course is broken down into 27 exercises which our instructors will guide you through. The minimum of 45 flying hours consist of:•35 hours dual flying (training in the helicopter with an instructor present) •10 hours solo flying (training in the helicopter without an instructor present)
Minimum Age
Minimum Age
The Private Pilot's Licence Helicopter (PPL H) has a minimum requirement of 45 flying hours. This is the minimum number of hours required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and in practice is dependent on each individual's aptitude.The course is broken down into 27 exercises which our instructors will guide you through. The minimum of 45 flying hours consist of:•35 hours dual flying (training in the helicopter with an instructor present) •10 hours solo flying (training in the helicopter without an instructor present)
Ground School Requirements
Ground School Requirements
The Private Pilot's Licence Helicopter (PPL H) has a minimum requirement of 45 flying hours. This is the minimum number of hours required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and in practice is dependent on each individual's aptitude.The course is broken down into 27 exercises which our instructors will guide you through. The minimum of 45 flying hours consist of:•35 hours dual flying (training in the helicopter with an instructor present) •10 hours solo flying (training in the helicopter without an instructor present)
Medical Requirements
Medical Requirements
The Private Pilot's Licence Helicopter (PPL H) has a minimum requirement of 45 flying hours. This is the minimum number of hours required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and in practice is dependent on each individual's aptitude.The course is broken down into 27 exercises which our instructors will guide you through. The minimum of 45 flying hours consist of:•35 hours dual flying (training in the helicopter with an instructor present) •10 hours solo flying (training in the helicopter without an instructor present)
What can I do
What can I do
The Private Pilot's Licence Helicopter (PPL H) has a minimum requirement of 45 flying hours. This is the minimum number of hours required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and in practice is dependent on each individual's aptitude.The course is broken down into 27 exercises which our instructors will guide you through. The minimum of 45 flying hours consist of:•35 hours dual flying (training in the helicopter with an instructor present) •10 hours solo flying (training in the helicopter without an instructor present)
R22 type rating course
On completion of your PPL (H) licence you may wish to add the Robinson R22 helicopter to your licence. The R22 is the world’s most popular helicopter for training and is a cost effective way in which to build your flying hours.
Flying Requirements
Flying Requirements
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
Minimum Age
Minimum Age
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
Ground School Requirements
Ground School Requirements
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
Medical Requirements
Medical Requirements
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
What can I do
What can I do
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
R44 type rating course
On completion of your PPL (H) licence you may wish to add the larger four seat Robinson R44 helicopter to your licence. The R44 is the world’s most popular helicopter ever made, with a top speed of 150mph it is a great way to take your friends and family up in style and comfort.
Flying Requirements
Flying Requirements
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
Minimum Age
Minimum Age
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
Ground School Requirements
Ground School Requirements
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
Medical Requirements
Medical Requirements
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
What can I do
What can I do
The flying requirements for the Robinson R44 type rating consist of:5 hours flight training with one of our instructorsFlight test with a CAA examiner
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