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Finding Your Flight School: A Comprehensive Guide
Choosing the right flight school is a crucial step in your journey to becoming a helicopter pilot.
Dec 4, 20242 min read


The Enduring Helicopter Pilot Shortage 2024
Here's a deep dive into the reasons behind this ongoing challenge, along with evidence of the booming industry despite the lack of pilots.
May 28, 20243 min read

A Pilot's Guide to Safety and Precision
With low-altitude flying lies a hidden world of dangers; demanding preparation, clear focus and experience. Don’t get caught out!
Apr 9, 20243 min read


Do not confuse quick stops with autorotation landings
Autorotations. We all train for them, but let's be honest - even seasoned pilots can struggle with that perfect touchdown. The culprit is ..
Mar 31, 20242 min read

Characteristic Traits of Student Helicopter Pilots
Studies performed shows helicopter pilots have specific characteristic traits, but what about student helicopter pilots?
Mar 29, 20245 min read


Helicopter Rescue in the Mountains
These operations require specialized equipment, highly skilled personnel, and an in-depth understanding of mountainous terrain.
Feb 13, 20244 min read

Spatial Disorientation:The Coriolis Illusion
Coriolis illusion is a mischievous little gremlin in the pilot's labyrinth of spatial disorientation challenges.
Feb 9, 20243 min read


Spatial Disorientation: The Graveyard Spiral
The graveyard spiral is arguably the most insidious of all spatial disorientation illusions, particularly for pilots in low altitude ops.
Feb 8, 20242 min read

Spatial Disorientation: Somatogravic Illusion
As the name suggests, the somatogravic illusion arises from a combination of somatosensory (body) and gravitational cues.
Feb 7, 20242 min read


Various types of helicopters and their uses
We take a closer look at some of the different types of helicopters used in various industries, showcasing the features and capabilities.
Jan 26, 20243 min read

How to Convert from Fixed Wing to Helicopter
Converting from fixed-wing to helicopter flying can be a challenging process, but it's also incredibly rewarding. Here is how to do it.
Oct 11, 20232 min read


Helicopter Pilot Safety: A Guide to Staying Safe in the Air
Whether you are a seasoned helicopter pilot or just starting out, read on to learn how to stay safe in the air!
Sep 19, 20232 min read


What Happens to a Helicopter When Flying at Higher Altitudes?
Helicopters are capable of flying at a variety of altitudes, but their performance decreases as they fly higher.
Sep 15, 20232 min read

VFR to IFR Flying in Helicopters
We'll explore the dramatic shift that occurs when a pilot transitions from VFR to IFR flying in helicopters and the challenges and adaptions
Sep 1, 20233 min read


The Health Risks of Helicopter Pilots
Helicopter pilots are exposed to a number of health risks, both physical and psychological. How can you mitigate these risks?
Aug 21, 20232 min read


EMS Helicopter Pilot Shortage
We explore how the helicopter pilot shortage is affecting the HAA sector and discuss the implications it has on patient care and operations.
May 23, 20234 min read

Do we still have a helicopter pilot shortage?
One year on. Did anything change or are there still a pilot shortage?
May 15, 20232 min read

Are Helicopters Safe?
Are helicopters safe? We take a look at Accident Rates and Improvements.
May 13, 20233 min read

Helicopter pilot - Are You Heading for Burnout?
As a helicopter pilot, burnout is a real concern. Long hours, high stress environment, demanding nature of the job can all take it’s toll.
May 9, 20232 min read

Should you wear a helmet when flying helicopters?
There is a growing debate in the aviation community on whether or not helicopter pilots should be required to wear helmets.
May 4, 20233 min read
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