I have wanted to fly helicopters since I was age 3 and it took me 60 years to get the private licence. And it was still really really tough. Good for you if you can make a living doing it.
@@Steeyuv Okay, what types of things did the exam questions involve? And was getting your helicopter license similar in any way to getting your driver's license?
I’m 24 and Currently a truck driver but I’ve been thinking about transferring to aviation a helicopter pilot to be exact. This video made me go after it.
For someone beginning the process this is the most encouraging video I've watched I mark this day as a start of great and adventurous journey thanks man
Well I have been there about 32 years ago where you are now...I’m glad you are so motivated but be aware that you need to be very flexible and ready to move around the US and work for different operators/owners..2000hrs is just a benchmark but if you don’t have a fair amount of turbine PIC time/ external load, and real experience across the board and be Forest Service carded..you are not getting the great paying jobs out there.! it’s a very tough and challenging job market..80% of candidates will fail to succeed...my advice you need to specialize and be extraordinary good at what you do and stay in touch with potential employers(chief pilots) who need your expertise/know how..e.g. camera pilot or external load etc. For me active helo flying is over...been there done that...survived it with no crash or incident ..lost many great friends along the way...that’s the reality. Good luck... Remember....there are old pilots and bold pilots.... but never old and bold pilots.
Yes, becoming a pilot is a dream job for LOTS of people. The result is that lots of people try to enter the field and, supply and demand, the pay is low.
I know this is an older video but it actually gave me a lot of hope that if I'm average or a bit below average I can still do this. It's not that I'm not bright but I'm just a bit anxious and want to do things right and not make a fool of myself, I'm trying to learn to be better with myself and it actually gives me a bit of hope that I'll just have to try and really just give a fair shake and try it and with time it will come. I been going back and forth on whether to learn fixed wing or this, I'm not trying to make a ton of money just enough to be able to enjoy the moments I care for most with my family like going to Legoland or disneyland and stuff like that. I'm super introverted though so I don't know if I'll actually go through anything but it's fun to dream of.
Great segment Your bang on Devin , I have my PPL and I loved every minute of it Now I want to return and complete my CPL & instructor rating Cheers Kelly from New Zealand 🇳🇿
Elite Video, Super informative for someone that is looking at getting into the world of flying. A lovely contrast to the negativity thats out there on forums. Thanks!
This is a fantastic video, especially point # 1. I got all the way to fixed wing commercial and then decided to switch to rotary. Now I’m at the point of heli instrument. The 2000hr mark required for helicopters to do anything in the big boy world is baffling to me considering the fixed wing side allows you to fly hundreds of people at 1500 hrs or even 1000 hrs with a R-ATP. I crossed over to the dark side for aerial cinematography. What were your goals when you started? Have your goals changed?
Haha, yes. There is an etiquette to telling ppl your job is probably one of the best jobs to have. It’s dangerous, you have to be able to multitask on a level that most can’t comprehend and it increases the chances of death exponentially if you can’t…you are responsible for the lives of your precious cargo and the lives of onlookers out side whom your flying over or buzzing. The aircraft it self is highly priced. Hearing conversationalist giving communication training, they’ve said to start with a small amount of self deprecating humor. Then follow up with what you really do.
if you want it bad enough you will do it i am going to get mine just privet license anything worthwhile is tough just like when i got my CDL license but it did it or when i became a SCUBA diver and a rescue diver.
Did my ppl,fir, and just a check ride away from my commercial and then as they say, life happens. Now I’m 46 and looking to finish what I started, never too late if it’s your dream!
Ok, as soon as your “Heli mountain pilot” self-made diagram came up, I liked the video. Loved the video, interesting and very informative! I’m a fixed wing CFI, I’ve always loved helicopters 😊😃😄
something i plan to do myself is to get my private license for fixed wing aircraft, along with maybe a commercial license, then i will likely go to get my helicopter license and seek a job in a transport company that does services for oil rigs, i hear that corporate companies pay way more than public service jobs like police or firefighting.
I think the biggest thing I wish I knew before getting into it was how expensive it'll be. I'm at the very base of the mountain with 11 hours so A lot more investing to do, but as point 3 says, it's one of the best things I could have imagined doing. It's such a unique experience and I've got to try things I never even imagined doing. My first flight in any aircraft was a helo, which was only a year ago, ended up being the start of my love for flying. I've been lucky enough to have a great instructor and was even allowed to fly his new R22 the day after he brought it home, but can't downplay the R44 that I started on. If I can get a career in flying, I can't say that I would have any regrets honestly.
When I started it was $75 per hour After my commercial certificate it was $95 per hour My last bi an Check ride it was $320 per hour Makes your eyes water
Happy New Year, Devin. I stumbled across your videos among my favorites and couldn't remember if I asked you this before or not. Perhaps someone else has as well. (If so on either, please forgive me.) I appreciate all the great things you mentioned to us about learning to fly, including the before and after the fact of gaining your certification. I have always been fascinated with helicopters since I saw my first one, and especially when I rode along in a BJR3 at age 15. However, because of the amount it costs of learning, and then being able to find a place who can rent them to you once certified, I thought it may be best to learn fixed wing instead. However, setting all those thoughts aside, here is my question to you. What are YOUR thoughts on learning to fly and which aircraft -- once everything is said and done. (Just for reference I live in S. Florida area and I will be 50 later this year....dang, I'm getting old) 😀 Thank you for all the time you do for answering our comments / questions, as well as, the videos you post. Stay safe and have a great day. -- Matthew
Hey Matthew Happy New Year! I'm glad you found the channel! In my opinion the best training helicopter you could learn in is a Cabri G2. They are very safe, efficient, and a great platform to learn on if you want to progress onto bigger helicopters at some point. But if that is not available I would recommend a Robinson R44! All the best!
@@PilotDevin Thank you Devin for the tips. I think you may have misunderstood my previous question though - perhaps the way I worded it. I don't know. So.... In short, are you also fixed wing certified? If yes, then which did you get certified in first - fixed or rotary? Follow up to that, what would you recommend in regards to getting both? Again, sorry for the confusing question. Appreciate all the help you give for me and all the viewers. Take care and be safe. -- Matthew
Have been wanting to fly my whole life but I've been afraid of the medical exam. I was stabbed in my right eye at a young age but still have somewhat usable vision in it. I've coped with it enough to drive and shoot guns accurately but just don't know if I would qualify to fly a helicopter. My dream would be to fly airmed if possible as I work as a firefighter and was inspired by the skill of our pilots. If there is anything you could tell me about the vision requirements, I would greatly appreciate it, be it good/bad news.
Awesome video, and I was also wondering if you know how often people in pilot training use loans. Is it common for trainees to take out large loans to pay for all of flight school? And if so, do you happen to know of anyone who was able to use loans that they didnt have to pay back until after getting their commercial pilot's liscense? Just wondering, because I'm trying to figure out how I'm going to pay for it if its something I'm able to do.
That what I did. I took out at $120,000 dollar loan from the federal gov and went to mauna loa helicopters for school. I have a video on my channel about it! Good question
@@PilotDevin When, in relation to your pilot training, did you start having to pay back the loan? And how long did it take to go from getting the loan, to making money as a heli pilot?
Hey Devin! I love your videos, I have a question! I'm thinking about even starting a business or getting into aviation it has always been my dream to become a helicopter pilot.. I dont have all the money together to get all certifications together.. do you think is better pay hour by hour weekly or wait and save money to do it all together? right now I can probably pay 2 hours a month here in Florida each hour of R44 are $590...
Join The the national guard and use your GI bill to pay for flight school. You have to do a part 141 with degree for them to cover 100% but you get paid to go, so hey!!
Great video. How about location and everything? I Just got my first house and thought there was a program just down the road but apparently they don't have a helicopter to teach with. The closest place is about 2.5 hours away. I just don't see how commuting is practical or feasible for becoming a pilot. Any suggestions? Thank you,.
Hello, if one had access to a Robinson 22 and flew 900 hours PIC VFR and then obtained instrument and comercial rating, do you think I would have a chance at getting hired as a tour helicopter pilot? Or is cfi hours a must?
What are your thoughts on the social sacrifices? With traveling a lot, i’m nervous about having to move somewhere and not being able to travel back for weekends to see my good group of friends. will i ever see them again? lol
You will always make new friends if those friends back home are real you will always find ways to connect get out of your comfort zone the best thing you could do for yourself
I wish I had the money for flight school guess I’ll have to join the army since from what I’ve heard it’s the easiest of all the branches to become a heli pilot
Hey man. Liked your video. Good info! Thank you. Was wondering what a typical helicopter pilots schedule is, when it comes to different jobs.. is it like a monday-friday kind of stuff or is it more like a week on-off? I know it probably depends on the job, but.. thanks!
Bro let me ask u, math was my absolute worst subject I honestly only know basic math will that be a problem for me? for most it's usually money but what exactly can we expect in the class room?
Man, getting out of trucking was one of the best things I ever did for myself. I stepped into the medical field personally, but if it’s something you truly want, push yourself. You’ll never make it further if you don’t take the next step
I am in the process of enrolling for flight school.......I have no idea how I am going to pay for all of my ratings and schooling (its not part of a university), if you or anyone can direct me or give pointers, please let me know, because there are not many women pilots in this field.
Hey, congratulations! I wish you all the luck and success on your journey! It is a brutal fight to get through it all but so worth it in the end. You might have to scratch and claw and fight to pay for it but it's incredibly worth it. I have a video about flight school financing on my channel. Keep me posted! Im looking forward to see your journey!
@@chief5981 unfortunately I am too old. I tried enlisting OCS for Air Force Reserves, but my recruiter dropped the ball as I was supposed to be going to MEPS. 🤷🏻♀️
@@mmafightergirl3155 I feel you. I've finish my first bachelors next month and just started looking into flight school a few weeks ago. I have to earn a second bachelors in aviation if I want the VA to pay for flight school. As much as I want to fly, I do not want to write more essays every single week for the next three years.
The biggest issue for career flying in the US, especially for helo pilots, will be the plethora of military trained aviators coming out of our enormous armed forces. This is why there is just a giant gap between training and "requiring" 2000 hrs. You finish your training and are essentially 10 years behind. Not because you really need 2000 hours, but because companies can get away with it. That is absurd. I would tell anyone that if you want to fly for a living and live in the US, its military or bust. Or get trained and fly in another country for a while before coming back.
when you go to get your aviation medical, you are required to have a variety of things checked to ensure you are fit for flying, this includes verifying whether or not you have health issues or impairments, even though this is the case, the most they actually do is ask you questions about whether you drink or smoke and how often you do so along with taking a urine sample. for people with a commercial license, this has to be done every year in order to continue flying, for a private license however, you only need it done once every 3 years.
Aside from being a Critically Injured person needing an Urgent Medi-flite to ER, why would Anyone want to be a passenger (Much Less a Pilot) in a Non-- Stable machine Determined to Fling itself apart & Kill you ??
I have wanted to fly helicopters since I was age 3 and it took me 60 years to get the private licence. And it was still really really tough. Good for you if you can make a living doing it.
Congrats on doing it and living out your dream! It is a very difficult thing to do!
This is great information, because im going to be 62 next month and im planning on finally planning on doing all this. Thanks
Which part of the journey was the most difficult for you?
@@Brigand17 studying for the exams. I had nine, plus the oral test for the radio.
@@Steeyuv Okay, what types of things did the exam questions involve? And was getting your helicopter license similar in any way to getting your driver's license?
I’m 24 and Currently a truck driver but I’ve been thinking about transferring to aviation a helicopter pilot to be exact. This video made me go after it.
26 and a truck driver. Did you do it?? How’s it going?
I’m 23 and I was trucking for 2 years and I’m definitely switching over
22 and a truck drive aswell, thinking the same.
For someone beginning the process this is the most encouraging video I've watched I mark this day as a start of great and adventurous journey thanks man
So how's it going?
Well I have been there about 32 years ago where you are now...I’m glad you are so motivated but be aware that you need to be very flexible and ready to move around the US and work for different operators/owners..2000hrs is just a benchmark but if you don’t have a fair amount of turbine PIC time/ external load, and real experience across the board and be Forest Service carded..you are not getting the great paying jobs out there.! it’s a very tough and challenging job market..80% of candidates will fail to succeed...my advice you need to specialize and be extraordinary good at what you do and stay in touch with potential employers(chief pilots) who need your expertise/know how..e.g. camera pilot or external load etc.
For me active helo flying is over...been there done that...survived it with no crash or incident ..lost many great friends along the way...that’s the reality. Good luck...
Remember....there are old pilots and bold pilots.... but never old and bold pilots.
Thank you for your positivity! I'm 35 and new to the aviation world but this is a dream job for me and I'm feeling like following that dream
Yes, becoming a pilot is a dream job for LOTS of people. The result is that lots of people try to enter the field and, supply and demand, the pay is low.
do it
How far have you made it?
I know this is an older video but it actually gave me a lot of hope that if I'm average or a bit below average I can still do this. It's not that I'm not bright but I'm just a bit anxious and want to do things right and not make a fool of myself, I'm trying to learn to be better with myself and it actually gives me a bit of hope that I'll just have to try and really just give a fair shake and try it and with time it will come. I been going back and forth on whether to learn fixed wing or this, I'm not trying to make a ton of money just enough to be able to enjoy the moments I care for most with my family like going to Legoland or disneyland and stuff like that. I'm super introverted though so I don't know if I'll actually go through anything but it's fun to dream of.
Dam bro, I’m honestly was literally just 50/50 wit it but u giving this what to expect is literally what I needed, I’m going to do it
Awesome man! Send ittttt
Great segment
Your bang on Devin , I have my PPL and I loved every minute of it
Now I want to return and complete my CPL & instructor rating
Cheers Kelly from New Zealand 🇳🇿
Thanks so much Kelly!!! Congrats on the PPL and good luck with the rest of the journey! Im looking forward to hearing how it goes. Stay in touch!!
Elite Video, Super informative for someone that is looking at getting into the world of flying. A lovely contrast to the negativity thats out there on forums. Thanks!
This is a fantastic video, especially point # 1. I got all the way to fixed wing commercial and then decided to switch to rotary. Now I’m at the point of heli instrument. The 2000hr mark required for helicopters to do anything in the big boy world is baffling to me considering the fixed wing side allows you to fly hundreds of people at 1500 hrs or even 1000 hrs with a R-ATP.
I crossed over to the dark side for aerial cinematography. What were your goals when you started? Have your goals changed?
You have such upbeat and positive energy. Love it!
SO helpful! Low-key, straight up info. Thank you!
You got it!
Thanks man, I needed this
Exactly! There is definetly a job for you. Industry isn't going anywhere soon! Keep me posted on the journey!
I'd like to see a drone take a flight medic and flight nurse to an mva and bring them both back with the patient 😅
Hey Devin, your video is really inspiring and motivating! Im now wondering of becoming a heli pilot and this video said, Yes do it
You can do it! Thanks for watching
@@PilotDevin My biggest issue of becoming heli pilot is quite common among poeple who want to become one, financing the flight school
Haha, yes. There is an etiquette to telling ppl your job is probably one of the best jobs to have.
It’s dangerous, you have to be able to multitask on a level that most can’t comprehend and it increases the chances of death exponentially if you can’t…you are responsible for the lives of your precious cargo and the lives of onlookers out side whom your flying over or buzzing. The aircraft it self is highly priced.
Hearing conversationalist giving communication training, they’ve said to start with a small amount of self deprecating humor. Then follow up with what you really do.
I have an attitude of gratitude and a mindset of joy and abundance in all its forms. Thank you for sharing this video with us. So grateful, thanks.
thank you sir for this video, much appreciated
Your contents are always pretty informative, exciting and moreover motivating. Keep it up bruh !
Thank you so much my man!! Means more than you will ever know.
if you want it bad enough you will do it i am going to get mine just privet license anything worthwhile is tough
just like when i got my CDL license but it did it or when i became a SCUBA diver and a rescue diver.
I’m 33, and thinking about becoming a pilot.. But this is definitely helpful!
Get them hours G. Thank you for the information and your service.
You bet!
Did my ppl,fir, and just a check ride away from my commercial and then as they say, life happens. Now I’m 46 and looking to finish what I started, never too late if it’s your dream!
How inspiring, thanks for the info brother
What a Fantastic Video, it is motivating
Glad you think so! Thank you!!
Really high quality content, you should have way more subs. Keep it up!
Jack I can't tell you how much that means. Seriously. Thank you
Good information. Thanks! 👍🏼
No problem!
Great video!
Ok, as soon as your “Heli mountain pilot” self-made diagram came up, I liked the video. Loved the video, interesting and very informative! I’m a fixed wing CFI, I’ve always loved helicopters 😊😃😄
something i plan to do myself is to get my private license for fixed wing aircraft, along with maybe a commercial license, then i will likely go to get my helicopter license and seek a job in a transport company that does services for oil rigs, i hear that corporate companies pay way more than public service jobs like police or firefighting.
I think the biggest thing I wish I knew before getting into it was how expensive it'll be. I'm at the very base of the mountain with 11 hours so A lot more investing to do, but as point 3 says, it's one of the best things I could have imagined doing. It's such a unique experience and I've got to try things I never even imagined doing. My first flight in any aircraft was a helo, which was only a year ago, ended up being the start of my love for flying. I've been lucky enough to have a great instructor and was even allowed to fly his new R22 the day after he brought it home, but can't downplay the R44 that I started on. If I can get a career in flying, I can't say that I would have any regrets honestly.
When I started it was $75 per hour
After my commercial certificate it was $95 per hour
My last bi an Check ride it was $320 per hour
Makes your eyes water
Happy New Year, Devin.
I stumbled across your videos among my favorites and couldn't remember if I asked you this before or not. Perhaps someone else has as well. (If so on either, please forgive me.)
I appreciate all the great things you mentioned to us about learning to fly, including the before and after the fact of gaining your certification.
I have always been fascinated with helicopters since I saw my first one, and especially when I rode along in a BJR3 at age 15. However, because of the amount it costs of learning, and then being able to find a place who can rent them to you once certified, I thought it may be best to learn fixed wing instead. However, setting all those thoughts aside, here is my question to you.
What are YOUR thoughts on learning to fly and which aircraft -- once everything is said and done. (Just for reference I live in S. Florida area and I will be 50 later this year....dang, I'm getting old) 😀
Thank you for all the time you do for answering our comments / questions, as well as, the videos you post.
Stay safe and have a great day.
-- Matthew
Hey Matthew Happy New Year! I'm glad you found the channel! In my opinion the best training helicopter you could learn in is a Cabri G2. They are very safe, efficient, and a great platform to learn on if you want to progress onto bigger helicopters at some point. But if that is not available I would recommend a Robinson R44!
All the best!
@@PilotDevin Thank you Devin for the tips.
I think you may have misunderstood my previous question though - perhaps the way I worded it. I don't know. So....
In short, are you also fixed wing certified? If yes, then which did you get certified in first - fixed or rotary? Follow up to that, what would you recommend in regards to getting both?
Again, sorry for the confusing question. Appreciate all the help you give for me and all the viewers.
Take care and be safe.
-- Matthew
Thank u u teaching the process we need to in going I like that the way u explain 🙏👍🙋
For every 1/2 hour of flight, is 1 hr of maintenance, and for every $1K in a fixed-wing, is $10K in a helo.
Not sure what to choose plane or helicopter school,
I'm learning both right now on my own and I'm just collecting capital before I choose
Thank you
Have been wanting to fly my whole life but I've been afraid of the medical exam. I was stabbed in my right eye at a young age but still have somewhat usable vision in it. I've coped with it enough to drive and shoot guns accurately but just don't know if I would qualify to fly a helicopter. My dream would be to fly airmed if possible as I work as a firefighter and was inspired by the skill of our pilots. If there is anything you could tell me about the vision requirements, I would greatly appreciate it, be it good/bad news.
Check out BC,Northern Territory, I was able to sit left seat twin turbine time.. oil exploration companies
Awesome video, and I was also wondering if you know how often people in pilot training use loans. Is it common for trainees to take out large loans to pay for all of flight school? And if so, do you happen to know of anyone who was able to use loans that they didnt have to pay back until after getting their commercial pilot's liscense? Just wondering, because I'm trying to figure out how I'm going to pay for it if its something I'm able to do.
That what I did. I took out at $120,000 dollar loan from the federal gov and went to mauna loa helicopters for school. I have a video on my channel about it! Good question
@@PilotDevin When, in relation to your pilot training, did you start having to pay back the loan? And how long did it take to go from getting the loan, to making money as a heli pilot?
@@PilotDevin OH MY GOD!!!!!! I could NEVER take out a loan that much money for flying.
Just started flying helicopters for the Army and the school is very tough. Definitely at the bottom of that mountain right now 😂
Did you have a Bachelor Degree to fly helis in the army? I am 23 years old with 70 hours of total time in Fixed Wing.
Wanted to know if ‘Family Time or Personal Time’ gets drastically affected, with being a helicopter pilot?
Me to bro I am not good at math reading good understanding not bad but yeah I hear what you are saying
Hey Devin! I love your videos, I have a question! I'm thinking about even starting a business or getting into aviation it has always been my dream to become a helicopter pilot.. I dont have all the money together to get all certifications together.. do you think is better pay hour by hour weekly or wait and save money to do it all together? right now I can probably pay 2 hours a month here in Florida each hour of R44 are $590...
Join The the national guard and use your GI bill to pay for flight school.
You have to do a part 141 with degree for them to cover 100% but you get paid to go, so hey!!
Great video. How about location and everything? I Just got my first house and thought there was a program just down the road but apparently they don't have a helicopter to teach with. The closest place is about 2.5 hours away. I just don't see how commuting is practical or feasible for becoming a pilot. Any suggestions? Thank you,.
Hello, if one had access to a Robinson 22 and flew 900 hours PIC VFR and then obtained instrument and comercial rating, do you think I would have a chance at getting hired as a tour helicopter pilot? Or is cfi hours a must?
What are your thoughts on the social sacrifices? With traveling a lot, i’m nervous about having to move somewhere and not being able to travel back for weekends to see my good group of friends. will i ever see them again? lol
You will always make new friends if those friends back home are real you will always find ways to connect get out of your comfort zone the best thing you could do for yourself
I’m 52 is that old to start?
How old were you when you started flying and got your helicopter licence?
What is a “mou-in”?
I wish I had the money for flight school guess I’ll have to join the army since from what I’ve heard it’s the easiest of all the branches to become a heli pilot
It doesn’t require a four year degree but your at a minimum of ten years you don’t just do four and get out
Great point!
Pilot entry is very competitive with officer training etc.. study hard and you could do it
Yes, after they starve you, torture you, and break a few bones at SERE school I’m sure it’s easy
The grind with a TON of debt and scraps for pay. It’s insane.
It is indeed but the joy of getting paid to do my passion is 1000% worth it!!
Hey man. Liked your video. Good info! Thank you. Was wondering what a typical helicopter pilots schedule is, when it comes to different jobs.. is it like a monday-friday kind of stuff or is it more like a week on-off? I know it probably depends on the job, but.. thanks!
Thanks a ton man!! Thats a great video Idea, maybe Ill talk about that. Really intresting!
@@PilotDevin please do!
I would also like to see a video about this. Great video!
Bro let me ask u, math was my absolute worst subject I honestly only know basic math will that be a problem for me? for most it's usually money but what exactly can we expect in the class room?
That’s where us fixed wing guys differ we will 100% tell you we are a pilot within the first 30 seconds😂
Is there a all-in-one school?
10K! Impressive 😎 #SkyBaum
Thanks 🔥
that mountain is very expensive
Any chance flight school will take military/ gi bill?
Yes
@@PilotDevin where ? Everyone I talked to wouldn't take it
Helicopter pilot, one who flys shit you can’t.
How much do tour pilots make
Large range from $35k - 100k+
This just made me more depressed watching this as a 33yo wanting a career change from log truck driving
Man, getting out of trucking was one of the best things I ever did for myself. I stepped into the medical field personally, but if it’s something you truly want, push yourself. You’ll never make it further if you don’t take the next step
I am in the process of enrolling for flight school.......I have no idea how I am going to pay for all of my ratings and schooling (its not part of a university), if you or anyone can direct me or give pointers, please let me know, because there are not many women pilots in this field.
Hey, congratulations! I wish you all the luck and success on your journey! It is a brutal fight to get through it all but so worth it in the end. You might have to scratch and claw and fight to pay for it but it's incredibly worth it. I have a video about flight school financing on my channel. Keep me posted! Im looking forward to see your journey!
Do the minimum time in the guard to get your GI bill. That will pay for 100% of a degree/ flight program
@@chief5981 unfortunately I am too old. I tried enlisting OCS for Air Force Reserves, but my recruiter dropped the ball as I was supposed to be going to MEPS. 🤷🏻♀️
Besides that.......I already have 3 college degree 's........
@@mmafightergirl3155 I feel you. I've finish my first bachelors next month and just started looking into flight school a few weeks ago. I have to earn a second bachelors in aviation if I want the VA to pay for flight school. As much as I want to fly, I do not want to write more essays every single week for the next three years.
The biggest issue for career flying in the US, especially for helo pilots, will be the plethora of military trained aviators coming out of our enormous armed forces. This is why there is just a giant gap between training and "requiring" 2000 hrs. You finish your training and are essentially 10 years behind. Not because you really need 2000 hours, but because companies can get away with it. That is absurd. I would tell anyone that if you want to fly for a living and live in the US, its military or bust. Or get trained and fly in another country for a while before coming back.
When did we stop pronouncing the letter T?
I'm 37 , excellent health. Can I still do it?
Absolutely!
Do I need a college degree to become a helicopter pilot?
No
I want to put my girlfriend through hellicopter training but i dont want her training in no robinson though either
That's funny, when you have next to no hours (experience), you teach???
Yup. Even though you are low hours you do technically have the skills and ratings to be able to teach. It is an interesting way of doing things!
Russian hellicopters can fly at higher altitudes
The entire point of helicopters is not having to fly at high altitudes.
👍🏼👍🏼👊🏼
I just want someone to give me a helicopter, show me what the sticks and knobs do, then go away.
Do you get drug tested as a pilot?
when you go to get your aviation medical, you are required to have a variety of things checked to ensure you are fit for flying, this includes verifying whether or not you have health issues or impairments, even though this is the case, the most they actually do is ask you questions about whether you drink or smoke and how often you do so along with taking a urine sample.
for people with a commercial license, this has to be done every year in order to continue flying, for a private license however, you only need it done once every 3 years.
they let a 15 yr old fly a helicopter??
I can fly helicopters easily
On GTA 😎
Aside from being a Critically Injured person needing an Urgent Medi-flite to ER, why would Anyone want to be a passenger (Much Less a Pilot) in a Non-- Stable machine Determined to Fling itself apart & Kill you ??
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