Pilot Instructor Standardization Course
This comprehensive program elevates helicopter flight training by equipping instructors with the skills and knowledge to produce highly proficient pilots.
Leveraging decades of safety expertise, the new Instructor Pilot (IP) course builds upon RHC’s well-established Safety Course, a cornerstone program for more than 40 years. This enhanced curriculum signifies a strategic shift, positioning Robinson as a preeminent leader in safety and global helicopter pilot training.
The Robinson IP program offers graduates the opportunity to join a network of ‘approved training providers.’ This designation signifies instructor qualification and provides new opportunities for aspiring operators and pilots.
Features
- Full-Week Curriculum: Classroom instruction takes place over a full week (Monday through Friday, 8 AM—5 PM), allowing for deep dives into crucial topics.
- Focus on Flight Proficiency: Several hours of flight training provide instructors with enhanced hands-on practice for refining their skills.
- Enhanced Safety Training: The course will place a significant emphasis on safety and incident mitigation strategies.
- Back to Basics & Precision: The class highlights the importance of fundamental maneuvers, advanced procedures, and system failure responses, ensuring instructors can effectively train others in both basic and advanced flying techniques.
- Aircraft Expertise: In-depth instruction on Robinson helicopter design equips instructors with a thorough understanding of the aircraft they’ll be teaching others to fly.
Class Dates
- May 6-10, 2024
- August 26-30, 2024
- November 18-22, 2024
The class is limited to only 8 students.
For more information on the Robinson Instructor Pilot course, please apply here, contact courses@robinsonheli.com, or call (310) 539-0508 x 151.
Pilot Safety Course
Who Should Attend?
The PILOT SAFETY COURSE course is open to all rated helicopter pilots with a minimum of 3 hours logged in the Robinson helicopter type selected for the course. A fundamental understanding of the model aircraft is necessary to enable the RHC flight instructor to concentrate on the safety aspects covered during the course.
Note: Student pilots may enroll in anticipation of receiving their rating; however, they must have obtained their helicopter rating prior to attending the course.
This course is taught entirely in English and all attendees are required to understand and speak fluent English. Should the instructors determine your English is not sufficient for this course, the flight will not be allowed and no course certificate will be issued.
Course Duration & Curriculum
The Pilot Safety Course conducted by RHC is 4 days of classroom instruction with 1 hour flight (approximate) led by an experienced RHC flight instructor in either an R22, R44 or R66. No additional flight time will be provided.
All attendees must arrive by 7:45 a.m. each class day and class begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. Applicants must attend the entire course to receive a certificate of completion. The course concludes at approximately 4:30 p.m. each day except on flight day. First applicants to enroll will be scheduled to fly on Day 3, with the remaining to fly on Day 4. Please check your confirmation letter for your assigned flight day.
While the course is tailored for the R22, R44 and R66 helicopters, the curriculum is not designed as a transition course for a specific make and model. It has been developed to address safety-related topics to assist pilots in developing/enhancing their aeronautical decision-making skills. Knowledge areas covered during the course will include some of the major causes of helicopter accidents and incidents, their root causes, and prevention techniques. Portions of the Pilot’s Operating Handbook limitations, emergency procedures, and performance sections, as well as pertinent FAA regulations, will be included as appropriate. Emphasis will be placed on human factors throughout the duration of the course.
Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, morning snack and lunch is provided the first 2 days. Special diet requests must be made several days in advance.
The Flight Instructor Refresher Course (FIRC) and SFAR endorsements are not available.
What to Bring
Enrollment
To secure a place in the course, please go to our website at www.robinsonheli.com and provide the following:
- Application
- Tuition Payment
- Copy of Applicant’s Helicopter Pilot Certificate (front & back) – Must Show Helicopter Rating
- Copy of Applicant’s Government-Issued Photo Identification
The course is generally booked several months in advance. If your preferred date is not available, you will be scheduled for your alternate date. You will receive formal confirmation by email. If you do not receive confirmation within one week, please contact the Course Administrator at courses@robinsonheli.com to ensure it was received. Do not make travel arrangements until formal confirmation is received. Course dates are subject to cancellation of sufficient registration is not achieved.
The cost of the course and flight, is based on the helicopter you choose:
R22 = US $900.00
R44 = US $1,500.00
R66 = US $1,600.00
RHC Policy
Reservation or tuition cannot be transferred/used for another pilot. To reschedule, RHC must be notified at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled course to avoid an additional 50% tuition. A new class date must be chosen at that time.
To cancel, RHC must be notified at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled course date to receive a 90% refund. If cancellation is not received at least 2 weeks prior to your scheduled date, no refund will be issued. “No Shows” forfeit tuition entirely.
Directions to Robinson Helicopter Company
Contact our Course Administrator at courses@robinsonheli.com or (310) 539-0508 x 151.
Robinson Helicopter Company
Safety Course Classroom
2901 Airport Drive
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 539-0508
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