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Instrument Rating
Helicopter Add-on
An Instrument Rating is essential for today’s helicopter pilots looking to expand their credentials. Improve your safety, expand your employment opportunities, and build confidence flying in low-visibility conditions with real-world IFR training from our experienced team through our specialized add-on program.
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Instrument Rating Helicopter Add-on
FAA Part 141 Approved Course
Overview
The Instrument Rating Helicopter Add-on program is designed for existing pilots who want to add an instrument rating to their rotorcraft privileges. Whether you are flying offshore, working EMS, or seeking your first job as a flight instructor, being instrument-rated gives you a significant advantage in the professional industry. Our specialized add-on curriculum is crafted to fulfill all FAA Part 141 requirements efficiently, bypassing redundant general training and focusing entirely on helicopter-specific instrument precision, advanced simulation, and focused ground instruction.
Key Points
- Structured FAA Part 141 approved add-on curriculum
- Essential for safety and professional advancement
- Required for many commercial helicopter jobs and insurance policies
- Real-world IFR instruction from experienced pilots
- Greatly improves flight decision-making and situational awareness
What’s Included in Your Training Package?
- 10.5 Hours Dual Instrument Flight Instruction
- 5 Hours of Simulator Time
- 20 Hours Ground Training
- 4 Hours Tutored Instruction
- 2.5 Hours Pre/Post Briefing
- *All hours subject to student performance
- *No solo flight time required
What’s Not Included (Additional Student Costs)?
- Flight Gears (Headset,kneeboard,etc...)
- Teaching material, book, POH/RFM
- Ipad with EFB (Foreflight recommended)
- FAA Medical Exam (Class 3 or higher required)
- FAA written test & checkride fees
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Why Add an Instrument Rating?
- Drastically improve flight safety and instrument decision-making
- Meet hiring requirements for most commercial helicopter jobs
- Qualify for complex IFR operations like EMS or offshore transport
- Boost your marketability as a professional flight instructor
- Train with structured simulation and focused ground support
FAQs
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Who should take this add-on course?
Pilots seeking to add instrument privileges to their helicopter certificate to boost their employability, fulfill commercial job mandates, or improve general flight safety. -
What are the prerequisites?
You must hold a Private Pilot Certificate (Rotorcraft-Helicopter) and be proficient in English (reading, speaking, writing, and understanding). -
What helicopters are used for training?
We conduct training using the S300CBi and R44 helicopters, combined with advanced simulator environments to complete the curriculum requirements. -
How long is the add-on course?
Because this is a streamlined add-on curriculum with 10.5 dual flight hours and 20 ground hours, it can be completed very efficiently depending on your availability. -
Is solo flight time required for this add-on?
No, this specific FAA Part 141 approved instrument rating add-on curriculum does not require any solo flight time.
Add Confidence and Capability to Every Flight
Gain the precision, judgment, and skill to fly safely under instrument flight rules. This focused add-on course delivers the credentials to set your aviation path apart.
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