One of the most attractive, albeit expensive, types of air transport is a helicopter, which, unlike an airplane, does not need a long runway. Private helicopters are becoming frequent guests in the Russian sky, but before you sit down at the helm, you need to learn how to operate this complex machine.
Instructions
Step 1
To learn how to fly a helicopter, at least at the level of an amateur pilot, it is necessary to attend a course of theoretical lectures, including lectures on aerodynamics, navigation techniques, familiarity with the principle of flight and the structure of a helicopter. Naturally, you cannot do without practical training. According to aviation regulations, to obtain a government-issued amateur pilot license, you need to have 42 flight hours. Such a certificate will give you the right to operate a helicopter for your own needs, that is, you will not be able to work as a hired pilot. The certificate is issued for a period of two years, at the end of which it can be extended by passing off tests in the qualification commission.
Step 2
In Russia, quite a few organizations have licenses that allow them to train civil aviation pilots. In addition to universities and institutes that train pilots for air travel, various aviation clubs are involved in training. For example, in Moscow there are 5 aviation clubs and firms where you can take courses to obtain a pilot's license. The duration of the course is about four months. Training is carried out for one type of helicopter, and to retrain for another, it will take about 15-20 training hours.
Step 3
Unfortunately, learning to fly a helicopter is quite expensive. Depending on the level of the organization, the cost of a full course can vary from 500 thousand rubles to a million. The lion's share of this amount will be paid for flight hours. However, for that kind of money, some firms provide a number of additional services, up to ordering an instructor with a helicopter "at home". Also in these organizations you can buy helicopters for personal use or rent.
