Brazos Helicopters Course Prices

 

Unlike other schools, we do not charge for pre and post flight briefing time.

Our price list accurately reflects the current cost of training at Brazos Helicopters.

 We use realistic numbers so that you can plan your financing needs.

 

 

Private Pilot Helicopter Course Cost Estimate*

Includes the following:

 

Private Pilot Course Total

$10,600

30 Hrs Dual Instruction

 

10 Hrs Solo Flight

 

Course Materials, Equipment, David Clark Headset, and Books

 

 

Private Pilot Helicopter "Add-On Rating" (For current licensed pilots)

Includes the following:

  Private Add-On Course Total

$6,750

15 Hrs Dual Instruction

 

10 Hrs Solo Flight

 

Course Materials, Equipment, David Clark Headset (if needed), & Books

 

Private Pilot Helicopter "Add-on" ratings may be obtained with as little as 20 Hours, depending on student's ability.
 

Commercial/Instrument Helicopter Pilot Course Estimates **

Includes the following:

Commercial Pilot Course Total

$29,500

10 Hrs Supplemental Instrument Time

50 Hrs Ground School
 

Commercial Pilot Helicopter "Add-On Rating" (For current licensed pilots)

Includes the following:

 

Commercial Add-On Course Total

$12,500

20 Hrs Dual Instruction  
20 Hrs Pilot in Command Flight  
10 Hrs Solo Flight  
 

Helicopter Instrument Rating Estimate

Includes the following:

 

Instrument Pilot Course Total

$11,000

40 Hrs Dual Instruction  
20 Hrs Ground School  

Book & Supplies

 

 

Helicopter Instrument "Add-On Rating"

Includes the following:

  Instrument Add-On Course Total

$5,120

16 Hrs Dual Instruction  
20 Hrs Ground School  
 

Helicopter Flight Instructor Rating Estimate (CFI)

Includes the following:   CFI Course Total

$7,400

20 Hrs Dual Instruction  
50 Hrs Ground School  
 

Helicopter Instrument Flight Instructor Rating Estimates (CFII)

Includes the following:   CFII Course Total

$3,100

10 Hrs Dual Instruction  
10 Hrs Ground School  
This rating may be done concurrently with the commercial and instrument  training at little to no additional cost.
 
Rates
Bell 47 Dual and Solo Non-Course Flights Per Hour $   315.00
Bell 47 Instrument, CFI, and CFII Per Hour $   330.00
Pre-paid Discount Rate $2500 Block Per Hour $   280.00
Pre-paid Discount Rate $5000 Block Per Hour $   270.00
Pre-paid Discount Rate $7500 Block Per Hour $   260.00
Pre-paid Discount Rate $10000 or More Block Per Hour $   250.00
Classroom Ground Per Hour $     35.00
Individual Ground

Per Hour

$     40.00
 

Complete Career Helicopter Pilot Course through CFI, CFII, and Instrument (150 Hrs) available for $42,300**** !

 

Pre-paid discount is available for "blocks" of flight time purchased in $2,500 increments or more.  UVU students will pay total estimated flight time expenses per semester at the start of each semester to obtain Pre-paid discounts.

* This pricing is based on realities of obtaining the rating.  Some students may be able to finish with lesser dual hours.  Pricing based on "prepaid discounts".
** A total flight time of 150 hrs in powered aircraft is necessary to meet FAA requirements for the Commercial Helicopter Pilot Rating. Flight time in other types of aircraft may apply toward the FAA required total time.
*** Course material and books for the commercial courses are the same as used in the private pilot course.
**** All costs are based on concurrent training done for the Instrument, CFI, and CFII during Commercial training. The actual hours required depends on the student's abilities, training frequency, prior experience and motivation.  Pricing based on "prepaid discount pricing".
Prices do not reflect money or aircraft rental needed for any written or practical tests (check ride) or any other examiners' fees, if applicable nor does it include costs for individual written exams.

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