Become a Pilot!
Your story starts here
Flight is an exercise in ebb and flow; sky and land, fore and aft, climbs and descents. The
same can be said of flight training as well. It is an inspiring process that will encourage you
to bring together unexpected aspects of your personality and skill, challenging you to do what you never thought you could before.
As you embark on your flight training journey, you probably have your own perspective on becoming a pilot. Maybe you can’t hear a helicopter fly by without looking up and wondering what it would be like to take the controls. Maybe you’re curious about the process of earning your pilot certificate (often referred to as your “pilot license”), but you don’t know what it entails. Regardless of your reasons for exploring the world of general aviation, you’ve found your way here.
Now it’s time to start taking action. Make the most of your flight training experience, from
setting a budget to choosing a flight instructor, and help you turn your dreams into reality.
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Flight training will enhance your life in
countless ways. You’ll learn to balance
technical training with the freedom of
flying towards an endless horizon.
You’ll adapt to new ways of speaking,
navigating, and calculating your
position. What initially feels like a
complex process will slowly become
second nature, and you will always
have a great story to tell.
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Pilot License Requirements
Becoming a Pilot
Descriptions of license requirements as stated by Federal Aviation Regulations minimums Book now hollywoodhelicopters.us@gmail.com Or Call (954) 347-0288
Student Pilot
Part 61 Helicopter flight training provides flight instructors with more flexibility to adjust your training program as necessary for you.
This approach is generally more realistic for people with jobs, families and other time commitments.
All students are required to pass the same FAA practical test standards.
Must be at least 16 years of age
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
Pricing varies – because every student’s needs and costs are unique.
Private Pilot R44
As the foundation of your flight training, this certification allows you to fly helicopters for recreation and is required to begin your Commercial Pilot Certificate training.
Must be at least 17 year of age.
Hold a current student pilot certificate log 40 hours of flight time to include:
20 hours of training
10 hours of solo flight time
3 hours of night flight
3 hours cross country flight
Pass a written aeronautical knowledge test
Pass a practical test on the areas of operation
Commercial Pilot R44
This certification is a requirement you need to fly people or property for compensation or hire.
Prerequisite: FAA Private Pilot Helicopter License
Must have log at least 150 hours flight time as a pilot in command.
100 hours as pilot in command to include:
35 hours in helicopters
20 hours of training
10 hours of cross county flights in helicopters
10 hours of solo flight time
5 hours of night flight
5 hours of instrument flight
Pass a written aeronautical knowledge test
Pass a practical test
Note: These costs are based on FAA MINIMUM time required. The national average is approximately 55 hours of flight time for an initial private certificate. You should budget extra time above the minimum if needed.
More Training Options
Flight Reviews-Ground Training-Demo Flights
Flight Reviews
Designed for pilots whom currently or have previously flown various types of aircraft and need to review flight characteristics and emergency procedures. Ground school reviews aircraft systems, limitations and performance.
A minimum of at least 1 hour fight review
A minimum of at least 1 hour ground review
SFAR 73 for R22 and R44
Ground Lessons per hour
Emergency Procedures and Maneuvers flight training. We have professional instructors that provide one-on-one training to teach you to be safe and well prepared for the rating you are seeking.
SFAR 73 Training
Federal Aviation Regulations
Aerodynamics and principals of flight
Critical weather
Emergency Procedures and Maneuvers
Weight and Balance
Performance Charts
Aeronautical Charts
Navigation
Principals and Functions of aircraft systems
Airspace
Airport Operations
and more
Demonstration Flight
Demonstration flights are available on request for those out there who want to know what it’s like to fly but are not fully committed to the career path. Demos are a great way to get a feel for the sky and see if this is the right choice for you.
for more info please call 954-347-0288 or E-mail to hollywoodhelicopters.us@gmail.com
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