Program Packages

Choose the Right Hour Building Programme for Your Aviation Goals

Whether you’re looking to accumulate flight hours quickly, gain specialised operational experience, or transition into turbine helicopter operations, our structured programmes provide flexible solutions designed around your career objectives.

Our programmes are tailored specifically for international pilots seeking professional helicopter experience in South Africa’s world-class flying environment.

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Compare Our Hour Building Programmes

Package 1

Higher Hours | Volume Focused

60 Flight Hours
24 Days

Ideal for pilots who want to maximise flight time in the shortest possible period

Suitable For:

  • Hour accumulation
  • Career progression
  • Commercial experience building
  • Cost-conscious pilots

Package 2

Specialised Flying Experience

60 Flight Hours
24 Days

Combines hour building with specialised flying exercises designed to broaden operational capability.

Suitable For:

  • EASA Pilots
  • Commercial Pilots
  • Rating Candidates
  • Pilots seeking additional experience
  • Total of 40 hours on The Cabri
  • Total of 20 hours for Initial Turbine on the R66

Package 3

Structured Quality Programme

60 Flight Hours
6.5 Weeks

Designed for pilots preferring a slower pace with additional focus on learning and operational development.

Suitable For:

  • Private Pilots
  • International Students
  • New Commercial Pilots

Package 4

Diversified Experience Programme

80 Flight Hours
8.5 Weeks

Additional flight hours combined with broader operational exposure.

Suitable For:

  • Commercial Pilots
  • Future Airline Candidates
  • Advanced Hour Builders

Package 5

Hour Building & Turbine Management

90 Flight Hours
9.5 Weeks

Designed for pilots seeking advanced exposure and turbine helicopter experience.

Suitable For:

  • Advanced Commercial Pilots
  • Turbine Transition Candidates
  • Professional Career Development

Package 6

Specialised Flying Exercises

Hours Only

Customised specialised flying modules designed to strengthen operational capability.

Package 7

Custom Programme

Tailored around your specific objectives, available hours, budget, and training requirements.

Everything You Need to Focus on Flying

Structured Programmes Designed Around Your Goals

Our programmes are designed to minimise distractions and allow pilots to focus on building valuable flight experience.

Included

✅ Flight/Training Hours

✅ Fuel

✅ Accommodation Options

✅ Airport Transfers

✅ Daily Briefings

✅ Ground School

✅ Course Coordination

✅ Administrative Support

✅ Access to Study Resources

✅ Licence Validation Assistance

✅ 24/7 Local Support

✅ Training Uniforms

✅ Personal Protective Equipment

✅ Optional Headsets & Equipment Support

Not Included

❌ International Airfare

❌ VAT (where applicable)

❌ Personal Travel

❌ Additional Remedial Hours

❌ Landing Fees Away from Base

❌ English Language Proficiency Testing

❌ Aviation Medical Certification

Specialised Flying Options

Gain Experience Beyond Basic Hour Building

Pilots can customise their programmes through specialised operational flying exercises.

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Mountain Flying

Experience high-density altitude operations and mountain environments.

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Night Flying

Develop confidence in reduced visibility conditions.

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Precision Navigation

Improve route planning and operational awareness.

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Basic Instrument Flying

Develop instrument awareness and flight discipline.

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Sling Flying

Specialised helicopter external load operations.

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Emergency Procedures

Exposure to realistic operational scenarios and decision-making.

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Turbine Flying

Introduction to turbine helicopter systems and operations.

Additional Options

  • Hoist Operations
  • HEMS Experience
  • Search & Rescue Exposure
  • Offshore Operations
  • Instructor Development

Not Sure Which Programme
Fits Your Goals?

 Our team can help you identify the most suitable package based on:

  • Current Licence
  • Flight Hours
  • Career Objectives
  • Budget
  • Available Time
  • Desired Aircraft Type

Frequently Asked Questions

How many hours can I build?

Programmes range from specialised flying modules to structured packages of 60, 80, and 90 flight hours.

Can I customise a programme?

Yes. Custom programmes can be designed around your individual requirements.

Is accommodation included?

Is accommodation included?

Accommodation options are available and can be incorporated into programme pricing.

What aircraft are used?

Aircraft may include the Robinson R22, Robinson R44, Robinson R66, Cabri G2, and Bell 407 depending on programme selection.

Can I include specialised flying exercises?

Yes. Specialised modules can be added to selected programmes.

How do I apply?

Simply complete the enquiry form and a member of our team will contact you.

Start Building Flight Hours with Confidence

Join pilots from around the world who are choosing South Africa to accelerate their aviation careers through structured helicopter hour-building opportunities.

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