By the time you have covered the helicopter rental, flight instruction and any fuel charges, usually somewhere between $250 and $300 an hour in a Robinson R22.
I forget the exact number, but he came through pretty quick. He flew 4-6 times a week and did about 3-4 grounds a week (more than average). I'd have to say though, to any new students: Don't put any focus on hours to solo/private - you need to get 200 total hours helicopter to get a job as a R22/R44 instructor anyway, so don't stress about it. Looking at logbooks of other employed instructors - the hours it took them to solo/private made no difference as to getting a job, etc.
I encourage all my students to talk out all the checks etc - so they don't forget anything. I didn't catch him asking any questions though. You may be hearing other radio chatter as the audio is recorded through my headset which is sat on the spare seat and would pick up any other pilots talking on the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF).
Go find the FAA Helicopter Flying Handbook (free online) and start reading through it, arrange a demo flight at a few different flight schools - make sure it is really for you. It is a lot of book work, a lot money and dedication - make sure you are up for that. And best of luck!
Congrat's Keaton. I am getting ready to solo soon...
How did it go? Are you working as a helicopter pilot now?
Outstanding! Congratulations Keaton!!! I with we had Go Pro Cameras when I did my first solo.
By the time you have covered the helicopter rental, flight instruction and any fuel charges, usually somewhere between $250 and $300 an hour in a Robinson R22.
Great videos to learn more about what to expect. You will never forget your first solo flight.
Thank you and agreed!
I forget the exact number, but he came through pretty quick. He flew 4-6 times a week and did about 3-4 grounds a week (more than average).
I'd have to say though, to any new students: Don't put any focus on hours to solo/private - you need to get 200 total hours helicopter to get a job as a R22/R44 instructor anyway, so don't stress about it. Looking at logbooks of other employed instructors - the hours it took them to solo/private made no difference as to getting a job, etc.
I encourage all my students to talk out all the checks etc - so they don't forget anything. I didn't catch him asking any questions though. You may be hearing other radio chatter as the audio is recorded through my headset which is sat on the spare seat and would pick up any other pilots talking on the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF).
Inspiring! =)
Thanks
I have zero experience. Any tips for a person just getting into the industry?
Go find the FAA Helicopter Flying Handbook (free online) and start reading through it, arrange a demo flight at a few different flight schools - make sure it is really for you. It is a lot of book work, a lot money and dedication - make sure you are up for that. And best of luck!
nice job
How much cost 60 nim lesson, with instructor ?
How many hours before solo?
It depends 20 to 30 I would say
ground = ground lesson - classroom work
i have done some helicopter flying on fsx