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FAA Training Programs

Code of Federal Aviation Regulations 14 CFR Part 61.187(b)(3) details the areas of operation in which training must be received for the issue of a Certified Flight Instructor – Helicopter, and 14 CFR Part 61.183 details the minimum requirements for the issue of the rating Certified Flight Instructor (Helicopter) – minimum eligibility requirements.

There is no minimum hour requirement for the training for a CFI(H), and the training required to become proficient to the required standard will vary from person to person.

The course is typically 15-20 hours of flight instruction, and 60 hours of ground instruction, and the sample costing is based on these typical times.

Course Outline & Fees

15 hours of dual flight instruction | $5,625
60 hours of ground instruction (one-to-one) | $3,900
2 FAA written knowledge tests | $165 (each)
Practical test and check ride | $1,250

Course Total – $11,105

PLEASE NOTE: Prices are subject to change

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Minimum eligibility requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age
Be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language to at least ICAO level 4 (minimum operational level)
Hold an FAA third class medical certificate
Hold either an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with a Rotorcraft Category, Helicopter Class rating
Pass a written knowledge test on the Fundamentals of Instruction
Pass a written knowledge test for Certified Flight Instructor – Helicopter
Complete a minimum of 15 hours of PIC flight time in helicopters
Pass a practical test with an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner – the test comprises an oral exam and a flight test

FAA Certified Flight Instructor (H)