High Tide Aviation R44 helicopter in Southport, NC.

Helicopter

Advanced Helicopter Ratings & Certificates

High Tide Aviation in Southport, NC offers specialized advanced helicopter training programs for pilots looking to add ratings or pursue professional aviation careers. Our curriculum focuses on advanced certifications including Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII) programs.

Program Prerequisites

Please ensure you meet these before beginning your advanced training:

  • Existing Pilot Certificate: Must hold at least a Private Pilot Airplane (for add-on) or Helicopter certificate.

  • FAA Medical Certificate Obtained: Valid FAA medical certificate required.

  • Helicopter Ground School: Completion of the relevant advanced ground school modules.

Enrollment Process

To start your advanced helicopter training at High Tide Aviation, follow these simple steps:

  • Consultation: Contact us to discuss your current flight hours and training goals.

  • Meet the Prerequisites: Ensure you have a current FAA medical certificate and your existing pilot logbooks ready for review.

  • Registration: Complete the enrollment process and schedule your first block of R-44 instruction.

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Cost Estimates

Helicopter Instrument Rating

Elevate your helicopter piloting skills.

Starting at

$36,000

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  • 40 hours of dual instruction in R-44
  • Optional ground instruction
  • Includes books, FAA written exam, and checkride
  • Subsidized Cost for Airplane Instrument-Rated Pilots: $20,925

Commercial Pilot Helicopter Certificate

Take the next step in your helicopter flying career.

Starting at

$43,000

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  • 60 hours of dual instruction in R-44
  • Optional ground instruction
  • Includes books, FAA written exam, and checkride
  • For Airplane Commercial Pilots Adding Helicopter Rating: $36,050

Helicopter Certified Flight Instructor

Training available for both CFI and CFII.

Starting at

$14,000

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  • 15 hours of dual instruction in R-44
  • Optional 20 hours of ground instruction
  • Includes books, FAA written exams, and checkride

*Please note all prices are approximate and based on FAA minimums*

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