Flight school

Private Pilot Licence for helicopter PPL(H)

Want to fly your own helicopter or rent one of ours? Make your dream come true and become a private pilot.

By passing the theory exams and having at least 45 hours of experience, you'll gain access to the final skills test to obtain a private helicopter pilot license. This will authorize you to fly with friends and family, or for a pleasure flight to discover our magnificent region from a new perspective.

Prerequisites:

  • Age 16+
  • EASA-FCL Class 1 or 2 medical certificate

The 9 subjects:

  • Aircraft Law
  • Human Factors/Medicine
  • Navigation
  • Meteorology
  • General Aircraft Knowledge
  • Flight Performance and Planning
  • Principles of Flight/Aerodynamics
  • Operating Procedures
  • Radio Communications

Practical Part:

  • Minimum 45 hours of flight instruction
  • Simulated practical exam with a flight school instructor
  • Final skill test supervised by a Swiss Aviation Authority (FOCA) instructor