Helicopter Training - Type Ratings

FAST Helicopters is a CAA-approved Type Rating Training Organisation (TRTO), which allows us to train pilots to fly other types of helicopter, from a small piston to a large twin-turbine.

Having gained your licence you will be limited to the type of helicopter you trained on. There may come a time when you will want to take more passengers or you require more speed or comfort. FAST Helicopters provide conversion courses onto a wide range of helicopter types.

We offer training on the following helicopter types:-

Robinson R22
Robinson R44
Schweizer 300
Hughes 269/369
Bell 206/Bell 206L
MD 520N
MD 600N
MD 902 Explorer
Gazelle
Scout
Wasp
Twin Squirrel

Also contact us for Type Conversions onto the following:-

Bell 47
Bolkow 105
BK 117
Agusta 109

The conversion course is designed to familiarise the pilot with the differences in aerodynamics, mechanics, technology, operation and performance, together with an understanding of the differences in emergency procedures.

The course requires a minimum of 5 hours flying (8 hours for your first twin rating) with an instructor on the new type, although this may also include the type-rating test. The time that you will require depends very much on the individual and their levels of experience.

The instructor will ensure that you are ready for your test and to fly the new type safely and with confidence.

You will need to take a Licence Proficiency Check (LPC) test annually on each type that you fly with one of our examiners to maintain currency.

The scope of the helicopter is limited only by your imagination…