Become An Offshore Helicopter Pilot And Reach A Market Few People Know About

Few People Know How to Become a Commercial Helicopter Pilot, Especially in the Offshore Sector. Understand the Steps and the School That Offers the Course

Contrary to what many people think, being a helicopter pilot is not that complex. In fact, with a completed elementary education and a minimum age of 17, it is already possible to start the course and look toward a market that no one else is considering, reaching salaries that can go up to R$18,000. However, to follow this path, there are some fundamental steps, such as schooling and costs. Below, find out the requirements for each category of this profession.

Requirements

To begin the Private Pilot Course, the student must be at least 17 years old and have completed elementary education. For Commercial Pilot, a completed high school diploma is required.
It is also necessary to take the aircraft type exam (Ground School R22), which the school offers to students.

1. For PPH Training – Private Helicopter Pilot, a minimum of 35 flight hours is required.
   The PPH Course is the first step for those dreaming of a pilot career; the PPH is the certification to pilot private aircraft.
   Before starting practical lessons, the student must obtain an Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA) by undergoing health examinations at hospitals and clinics accredited by ANAC.
   The student must complete the theoretical course for Private Helicopter Pilot at an accredited school, and after finishing this course, must take a theoretical exam at ANAC called the “ANAC Panel”, although they can begin practical lessons before taking the panel.
2. To Graduate as PCH – Commercial Helicopter Pilot, a minimum of 65 additional flight hours is required.
   This is the phase of professionalization for the pilot, where the student is prepared for the civil aviation market, being able to work in private companies, specialized air services, air taxi, and large airlines, including OFFSHORE, which currently have a demand for qualified professionals.
   The student must take a theoretical course for Commercial Pilot at an accredited entity and take another panel at ANAC, this time for Commercial Pilot and 1st Class CMA.
3. To Graduate as INVH – Helicopter Flight Instructor, a minimum of 10 additional flight hours is required.
   This is the stage where the pilot becomes a flight instructor and begins to share their knowledge and experience with students.
   It is also a good way to accumulate flight hours to add to their résumé and seek better positions in the market.
   For the INVH course, the pilot must take a theoretical course at an accredited school, pass the ANAC Panel to be forwarded for the check.

Cost of Practical Lessons

• When starting to fly, you will fly in the Robinson 22. A very small aircraft for only two people. The cost per flight hour ranges from R$ 700 to R$ 800. This value depends on the package of hours you choose and the school.
• To become a Private Pilot, you need a minimum of 35 practical hours. This would amount to approximately R$ 26,250 (base cost per hour R$ 750)
• To become a Commercial Pilot, you must be a Private Pilot and have 100 practical hours. Total cost R$ 70,000 (base cost per hour R$ 700)
• In addition to these costs, there are fees for exams, practical courses, teaching materials, and medical examinations (CCF). This will all amount to approximately R$ 6,000, meaning the minimum cost to become a Helicopter Pilot is R$ 76,000.

School That Offers the Course

The authorized and accredited school to conduct the courses is Helibraz, a company with great tradition and trust in the civil aviation market. If you would like more information about prices and classes, please contact us at (48) 999751524 – TIM, (48) 991515464 – VIVO or via email cmtebraz@gmail.com. You can also visit their contact page by clicking here for more information.