Flight training in preparation for the FAA Instrument Pilot-Helicopter Practical (flight) Examination. Attitude instrument flight manoeuvres, full and partial panel; radio navigation; flight planning; radio communications and clearances; takeoff, departure, enroute and terminal operations; weather and weather hazards; cross-country operations; precision and non-precision instrument approaches and procedures; diversion to unplanned alternate; emergency procedures, and preparation for the Practical Examination. Pre-requisite: Completion of TA203, and enrolment in TA104. Note: Tuition assumes best-case student performance, i.e. completion of the course to Practical Test standards within the FAA-required minimum number of hours. Most students do not reach that level with the minimum number of training hours. Additional training is charged by the hour at current prices. The typical student will complete in 50 hours (30 flight and 20 simulator) at a total cost of approximately $9000 to $10000, plus other (non-tuition) expenses.

Flight Training Costs

Duration (may be concurrent with TA104)

4 weeks

Pre- & post-flight briefings       $ 50 x 15 hours

$750

Dual Simulator (FAA minimums under FAR 141)
                                                $140 x 20 hours

$2,800

Dual Flight (FAA minimums under FAR 141)
                                                $210 x 15 hours

$3,150

Dual Instrument Helicopter ( R44 )
                                                $450 x 5 hours

$2,250

Other Training Expenses

Materials, pilot supplies

$300

FAA IFR Written Test

$90

FAA IFR Practical Test Fee

$400

Helicopter for Practical Test ( R44)

$450

TOTAL Tuition

$10,190