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Asked by: Jess Kwiatkowski
hobbies and interests radio controlHow much does it cost to Learn How do you fly a helicopter?
The average total cost of learning tofly a helicopter was $10,000 to $15,000, according to 2008information from the Professional Helicopter PilotsAssociation. In addition to these costs, you willneed to pay fees to take the FAA private pilot written andpractical tests.
Consequently, how long does it take to learn how do you fly a helicopter?
Most people take a little longer to learnto control the aircraft well enough to pass the CAA“practical” flight test. The national average is about50-65 hours. How long a period of time will it taketo earn my helicopter licence?
- Hold a Commercial Helicopter Pilot License.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Read, write, and speak English.
- Log at least 15 hours pilot-in-command in helicopters.
- Pass a written test.
- Pass an oral test.
- Pass a practical flight test.
Likewise, people ask, is it difficult to fly a helicopter?
There are four ways to lose a flight: weather isunfavorably cloudy or windy, instructor is not available,helicopter is down for maintenance, helicopter hasbeen scheduled by another student. If you are training at a schoolwith only one helicopter and one instructor, the risk ofbeing unable to fly is very high.
The FAA doesn't prohibit helicopters fromoperating most places, so you should be able to landone in your backyard if you can do so safely. And nolaw says you have to build a helipad toland.