Professional Helicopter Pilot - Option

The Professional Helicopter Pilot option is designed to provide students with the necessary aeronautical skills and knowledge to earn a commercial pilot certificate with a rotorcraft category and a helicopter class rating. Emphasis is placed on aeronautical decision-making, flight safety, and effective flying techniques. Upon successful completion of this program students will be prepared to gain entry-level employment as a commercial helicopter pilot and/or continue their education by transferring to a baccalaureate program.

The Aviation Program Admission Application is required for admission to this program. To be eligible for admission into this program you must be a citizen of the United States, be at least 18 years old and successfully pass an FAA Class II medical examination.

It is strongly recommended that students pursuing this degree regularly meet with their faculty advisor.

For additional program information, please contact Aviation Operations Chair, Tim Cwik or Aviation Program Assistant, Barbara Clark.

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Obtain the FAA Instrument Rating;
• Obtain the FAA Commercial Pilot License;
• Make aeronautical decisions;
• Design and deliver instruction.

Recommended sequence of courses: