Helicopter Pilot Training
Learning to fly is a personal challenge that offers a chance to do something really different. The process can teach you as much about yourself and your skills as about flying an aircraft. You will develop improved self discipline and self-analysis as you learn to safely operate these machines. Experience the thrill of helicopter flight by booking a trial introductory flight today! Maitland Helicopters is a division of Apple Helicopters Australia Pty Ltd (AHA) and was founded with the sole purpose of delivering Quality Flight Training. The Motivation for AHA's divisions is to provide a launching platform for pilots entering the industry from the successful completion of their license. AHA is owned & managed by Pilots, who understand the difficulty, starting pilots face in a competitive industry. "Were here to support & develop the helicopter comunity" - Managing Director.
- Trial Introductory Flight If you have never flown before
A training introductory flight is normally a 60 minute flight with an instructor, designed to help you decide whether to continue training for either as a career or flying for pleasure. During the flight the instructor will show you the basic features of an aircraft, and allow you to take control of the Robinson R22 Helicopter.
- Private Licence Fly for leasure (PPL)
Obtaining the PPL should be regarded as a considerable achievement. From here you may fly privately anywhere in Australia with friends and other pilots; this makes the cost of flying very attractive.
- Commercial Licence Fly Proffessionally (CPL)
Commencing a career? The Commercial Pilot's License (CPL) allows you to act as pilot in command of most commercial operations. This is your next step if you are serious about pursuing a career in aviation
- Advanced Training Endorsements & Ratings
A short training course must be completed in order to move up to and fly more sophisticated aircrafts, and extra equipment. Such equipment includes fixed floatation landing gear and cargo hook for external lifting. Other endorsements include Turbine (jet engine), Low level operations and mustering.