We have two options, the first is a beautifully restored 1978 Hughes / Schweizer 269c / 300c. The names vary so widely for these mini, but mighty machines. At some point almost everyone in the rotorcraft manufacturing realm has owned the rights to the helicopter. They originally began as a product of Howard Hughes himself. The Hughes 269 was designed for primary training for military aviators. They were in service from 1964 - 1988 under the name of TH-55. Standing for training helicopter, model 55. The design has stood the test of time. These mighty machines are found everywhere, from training, to agriculture, airshow performances. Our helicopter was restored in 2009 by a private collector who held 5 examples at the time. The 269 / 300 offers a truly hands on feel. The fully articulated rotor-system allows for immediate control with a smooth and light touch. The added fun comes in with no true governor. It makes this a hands on experience that demands your attention and thought about the situations you put your helicopter and yourself in. The best pilots come from flying 269s.

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Our family model helicopter is a 2006 Model Robinson R44 Raven II air-conditioned instrument trainer. It is capable of carrying 4 people at 110kts in air-conditioned comfort using around 15 gallons an hour of fuel. Robinson blew the curve for piston helicopters when it came out with the R22 Trainer, and then it blew the curve again when the much more capable and functional R44 was introduced. Never had helicopters been more affordable and reliable. We are offering private, commercial, instrument, CFI, ATP, and R44 transition training in this awesome machine.

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Flying helicopters is a remarkable experience. Who among us was not in awe when Charlie pushed the red button in the Wonkavator, well a helicopter can do most of what the Wonkavator can do and probably a few extra tasks. It is truly a point to point method of travel if you have a good landing spot that you have control over or at least permission to land on. The view from the helicopter is unparalleled.

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Getting the rating is pretty easy. If you are already an airplane pilot, you need a minimum of only 30 hours. Call us an we will get you started.

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SFAR 73...You must have this training and an instructor endorsement before you can touch the controls of an R22 or R44 helicopter.

SFAR 73 Training Video

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Ratings Offered

• Helicopter Private

• Helicopter Commercial

• Helicopter ATP (Airline Transport Pilot)

• Helicopter Instrument Rating

• Helicopter CFI  (Certified Flight Instructor)

• Helicopter CFII (Certified Instrument Flight Instructor)

 

FAA Documents​​

• FAA Helicopter Flying Handbook

• FAA Helicopter Instructors Handbook

• FAA Instrument Flying Handbook

• FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook

• Private Pilot Rotorcraft Airman Certification Standards

• Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Airman Certification Standards

• ATP Rotorcraft Practicial Test Standards

• Instrument Rating Rotorcraft Airman Certification Standards

• CFI Rotorcraft Airman Certification Standards

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Pricing:  

269c $450/hr one hour minimum

R44  $600/hr  one hour minimum

(Limitations) 250LBS max weight​

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Robinson Documents​​

• Robinson Website

• Robinson R44 Raven II Pilots Operatin Handbook (POH)

• Robinson SFAR 73 Info