Private Pilot Helicopter

Course Description

The Private Pilot — Helicopter Certificate Program is designed to provide aspiring aviators with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent and safe private pilots. This comprehensive course focuses on academic knowledge, critical thinking, practical application, and mastery of fundamental flying skills.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this program, students will:

• Attain a deep understanding of aviation principles and regulations.
• Develop critical thinking skills applicable to piloting decisions.
• Master the core concepts of aerodynamics.
• Acquire the knowledge required for an FAA Private Pilot Helicopter Knowledge Test (PRH).
• Learn to prioritize safety in all aspects of flying.
• Prepare to excel in the FAA Private Pilot Helicopter Knowledge Test (PRH) through exceptional knowledge.
• Decrease training costs by enhancing personal preparation for flight lessons.

Learning Objectives

• Achieve a level of practical knowledge that empowers pilots to make their own safety decisions
• Understand that safety is achieved through a combination of skill and intelligent decisions
• Develop a strong foundation in aerodynamic principles that promotes success in future flying endeavors
• Ace the written exam through exceptional knowledge, not just exam prep programs
• Decrease training costs by empowering students to prepare better for lessons

Teaching Philosophy

We don’t believe in “easy” training, but we do think that proper training makes the real thing easier, more fun, and safer. Our goal is to challenge, and prepare students so well that they don’t need us anymore.

Instructor

Jonathan Killea is a rotorcraft and fixed-wing commercial pilot and instructor. He primarily flies the Robinson R-22, R-44, and Bell 206, and also flies the CRJ-series for a U.S. Part 121 Airline.

Commitment and Self-Discipline

We value students who are dedicated to becoming skilled pilots. This course is designed to empower those who are committed to their aviation journey. The pursuit of a private pilot certificate demands self-discipline and a genuine dedication to aviation safety. Our program is crafted for individuals who are passionate about the art of flying and recognize the significance of this commitment. If you are ready to invest the time and effort required to excel in this field, you’ll find this course a valuable resource on your path to becoming a strong pilot. Your success hinges on your determination and your genuine desire to “give it your all.”

This revised section highlights the importance of commitment and self-discipline and sets expectations for the dedication required to succeed in the course.

Graduation Requirements

We issue a graduation certificate, which doubles as the written exam endorsement, after students:

• Complete all lessons and topics
• Complete all review quizzes
• Pass both final exams with a score of 90% or better

Course Materials

• Sectional Chart
• Facility Directory
• Plotter
• E-6B Flight Computer
• FAR/AIM (Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Manual)
• Computer with Internet Access
• iPad (Preferred but not required)
• Airman Certification Standards (ACS)

References

• 14 CFR Part 1: Definitions and Abbreviations
• 14 CFR Part 61: Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors
• 14 CFR Part 91: General Operating and Flight Rules
• Private Pilot Airman Certification Standards (ACS)
• FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
• The Helicopter Flying Handbook
• The Weight and Balance Handbook
• The Aeronautical Chart Users Guide
• Advisory Circular 00-45H: Aviation Weather Services
• Advisory Circular 43-9C: Maintenance Records
• Advisory Circular 60-22: Aeronautical Decision Making
• Advisory Circular 61-65H: Certification, Pilots and Flight and Ground Instructors
• Advisory Circular 61-67C: Stall and Spin Awareness Training
• Advisory Circular 61-98D: Currency Requirements and Guidance for the Flight Review and Instrument Proficiency Check
• Advisory Circular 61-134: General Aviation CFIT Awareness
• Advisory Circular 68-1A: Basic Med
• Advisory Circular 90-48E: Pilots’ Role in Collision Avoidance
• Advisory Circular 90-66B: Non-Towered Airport Flight Operations
• Advisory Circular 90-109A: Transition to Unfamiliar Aircraft
• Advisory Circular 91-74B: Pilot Guide: Flight in Icing Conditions
• Advisory Circular 120-66C: Aviation Safety Action Program
• Advisory Circular 91-92: Pilot’s Guide to a Preflight Briefing