We specialize in providing fast, high-quality flight training in various helicopter models, including the Robinson R-22, R-44, R-66, and MD-500. Our top priority is to offer the best possible instruction experience. Our experienced instructors provide individualized training and give full attention to each student.

Jerry Trimble, the owner, has over 40 years of experience flying Robinson helicopters. He has worked in various fields such as EMS, logging, fire-fighting, flight training, and ENG. Jerry is an A&P mechanic certified with IA authorization and specializes in touchdown auto and CFI training.

Private Pilot Certificate

Robinson R-22 $16,698

Obtaining a private pilot certificate is the first step. Whether your goal is an aviation career or you want to fly for fun, this is your starting point.

 

Price Breakdown

The times listed below are FAA minimums. It is difficult to obtain proficiency in the dual times listed, therefore, it is wise to add 10% to the total price for planning purposes. There is no sales tax in Oregon but, due to the current increase in fuel cost, we have incorporated a Fuel Surcharge per flight. Our Rates

FAA Requirement per FAR 61.109 Private Pilot Helicopter

Item Cost
30 hours Dual R-22 @ $348/hour $10,440
10 hours Solo R-22 @ $303/hour $3,030
20 hours Ground @ $45/hour $900
Knowledge Test and Books $300
3rd Class Medical $120
Examiner fee and Checkride (2.5 hours helicopter time, $900 examiner fee, $250 examiner travel fee) $1,908
Total price for Private Rotorcraft Helicopter Certificate $16,698

Commercial Pilot Certificate

Robinson R-22 $39,122

Unlike a private license, a commercial pilot license allows you to be paid for flying. This is a crucial step if your goal is an aviation career.

 

Price Breakdown

The times listed below are FAA minimums. It is difficult to obtain proficiency in the dual times listed, therefore, it is wise to add 10% to the total price for planning purposes. There is no sales tax in Oregon but, due to the current increase in fuel cost, we have incorporated a Fuel Surcharge per flight. Our Rates

FAA Requirement per FAR 61.129 Commercial Pilot Helicopter

This quote assumes a total of 150 hours of flight time, 50 of which are in a helicopter. 100 hours PIC, of which 35 hours are in a helicopter. This quote also assumes the student obtained their private helicopter with the hours listed above and has 42 hours of logged flight time in a helicopter.

Item Cost
10 hours Dual R-22 @ $348/hour  $3,480
98 hours Solo R-22 HP @ $313/hour  $30,674
5 hours Instrument R-22 Beta II @ $348/hour  $1,740
20 hours Ground @ $45/hour  $900
Knowledge Test and Books  $300
2nd Class Medical  $120
Examiner fee and checkride (2.5 hours helicopter time, $900 examiner fee, $250 examiner travel fee)  $1,908
Total price for Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter Certificate  $39,122

Flight and Ground Instructor Private and Commercial @ $45/hour, CFI @ $76/hour

Instrument Pilot Rating

Robinson R-22 Beta II $12,248

While private and commercial licenses allow a pilot to operate only under visual flight rules (VFR), adding an instrument rating qualifies a pilot to fly under instrument flight rules (IFR) and helps create a more proficient pilot.

 

Price Breakdown

The times listed below are FAA minimums. It is difficult to obtain proficiency in the dual times listed, therefore, it is wise to add 10% to the total price for planning purposes. There is no sales tax in Oregon but, due to the current increase in fuel cost, we have incorporated a Fuel Surcharge per flight. Our Rates

FAA Requirement per FAR 61.65 Instrument Pilot Helicopter

Quote requires Commercial license

Item Cost
20 hours in TH-100 Simulator @ $109/hour  $2,180
20 hours Dual in Instrument R22 Beta II @ $348/hour  $6,960
20 hours ground @ $45/hour  $900
Knowledge Test and Books  $300
Checkride and Examiner Fee (2.5 hours R22 Beta II helicopter time, $900 examiner fee, $250 examiner travel fee)  $1,908
Approximate Cost for Instrument Rotorcraft Certificate  $12,248