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  • Virtual Ground School – Flight Performance and Planning

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    We hope everyone enjoyed Operational Procedures at our last session, felt quite retro to be back online only again. Next up on Tuesday 8th November we will be exploring Flight Performance & Planning 18:00 - 20:00

    The 7 Ps is a British Army adage for Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents P*** Poor Performance. As an instructor we teach a PIC (pilot in command) the importance of having a well prepared flight plan and a good understanding of your aircraft’s capabilities. On Tuesday we will be looking at LAT & LONG, Charts & Symbology, Airspace, Weight and Balance, PLOGS and the good old Whizz Wheel (CRP-1). Meet at the flying school or in our virtual crew room via 'ZOOM' don't forget to RSVP!

  • Isle of Wight Student Trip Autumn 2022

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    The Isle of Wight is definitely one of our top trips. Join us for this 'island hopping' experience, transiting through London zones southbound to Portsmouth, we leave the mainland and fly across the Solent to IOW. This is a superb introduction to flying over water and great for advanced training. During the trip we'll have the opportunity to circumnavigate this beautiful English Isle not forgetting of course the take in the famous Needles. A warm welcome awaits at Sandown EGHN where we will fuel both aircraft and pilots before heading back to Elstree.

  • The Cotswolds Student Trip Autumn 2022

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    If you are looking for a scenic trip then The Cotswolds is for you. Heading West from Elstree we will take in the stunning views of this chocolate box region and on to the Severn Bridge before heading to Cotswold Airport formerly known as RAF Kemble via Highgrove. Once fuelled (aircraft and pilots) we head back via RAF Benson.

  • FREE Ground School – Radio Telephony

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Thank you to all those who joined us for Flight Performance and Planning, was great to dig a little deeper into weight and balance and to virtually fly with Sophie again! On Tuesday 22nd November we will be holding another special edition of ground school - RT Masterclass from 18:00 and we are again lucky to have our friendlyRadio Guru and RT Oral Examiner Capt Helena Hughes joining us to guide us through all the dos and don'ts of Radio Telephony and the RT Exam.

    Sounding competent when using the radio is an essential part of flying. Often students can be nervous when making a call to ATC (Air Traffic Control) but with training and plenty of practice you'll be reciting your callsign in your in your sleep...  The main aim of this session will be to take you step by step through a mock RT exam, with plenty of hints and tips along the  way. There will also be an opportunity for pilots post PPL to ask any questions they have too!

  • FREE Ground School – Aircraft General Knowledge

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Next up is... Aircraft General Knowledge! On Tuesday 6th December at the usual time, from 18:00 - 21:00. As our seasoned Ground Schoolers will know, Aircraft General Knowledge will cover the 'nuts and bolts' of the aircraft; Engine, Gearbox, Air frame, Rotor/Electrical Systems and Avionics etc. It is important to have a good understanding of the helicopter so you know what to look for during your daily inspection, warning signs of potential issues either before or during flight. Our session this week is designed to give you broader knowledge of your aircraft and how it works.

  • FREE Ground School – PPL(H) Quiz Night Christmas Edition

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Our last ground school of the year will be on Tuesday 20th December and it's our festive favourite... The ever popular PPL(H) Quiz Night - Christmas Special at our usual time of 18:00 - 20:00. As always, the quiz will be based on questions across the entire theoretical knowledge syllabus from ALPHA to ZULU with a few seasonal teasers along the way too!

  • FREE Ground School – Human Performance & Limitations

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    On Tuesday 17th January we will be focusing on Human Performance and Limitations at the usual time 18:00 – 20:00

    Join Capt.White as he guides us through HPL and answer any questions you may have. Human error is cited as a major cause in over 70% of accidents, and it is widely agreed that a better understanding of human capabilities and limitations - both physical and psychological - would help reduce human error and improve flight safety. Specific topics to be confirmed.

  • Helicopter over London

    FREE Ground School – Navigation

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    On Tuesday 31st January we will be focusing on Navigation at the usual time 18:00 - 20:00

    When flying as PIC (pilot in command), you also need to become a navigator too. It’s critical you are able to apply the correct practices to navigational tasks and developing your navigation skills is the very essence of flying solo, hence the importance of this section of the PPL(H) syllabus.

    The ability to Navigate is second only to physically flying the aircraft so to hone your NAV skills will be a huge benefit to your overall competence as a pilot; for student, self fly hirer, commercial pilot or aircraft owner. Specific topics to be confirmed

  • white Jimmy's sign

    Student Trip to Jimmy’s Farm February 2023

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    Fly with us to this super Suffolk sanctuary. Our first visit was back in 2015 and has since become a bit of a favourite with self fly hirers as a lunch destination with friends or family. Great route options either along the south east coast or cross country with of course the added bonus of the Farm/Wildlife Park to enjoy when you arrive! Great food available on site with a few shops including a butchers/farm shop should you want to take a slice of Suffolk home for tea.

  • People standing in front of helicopter

    Student Trip to Heli Museum Weston-Super-Mare February 2023

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    This is a REAL ROTORHEAD trip! The Helicopter Museum is the largest dedicated Helicopter Collection in the world with over 100 helicopters on display. Exhibits include two of the Queen's Royal Flight helicopters, the current world speed record holder G-LYNX, a Vietnam Veteran Huey and a Russian Hind Gun Ship.

    Out of Elstree SW towards Marlow and Henley upon Thames continuing westbound over Reading and through RAF Benson MATZ turning at Newbury Racecourse, over Devizes remaining south of Bristol and to fly over one UK's famous geographical landmark Cheddar Gorge! From there it's NW to Weston Super Mare and the Heli Museum...

  • FREE Ground School – Air Law

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    On Tuesday 28th February we will be looking at Air Law from 18:00 - 20:00

    In simple terms Air Law is a series of rules governing the use of airspace tends to be one of the first exams taken by student pilots as is a requirement prior to your first solo flight. Remember, much of Air Law is common sense and demonstrating good airmanship. Essentially the procedures are there for good reason and you need to prove that you understand them.

    As ever, Capt. White will be giving us a few tips on how to learn and more importantly retain the information and trying the impossible... to make Air Law fun! Specific topics to be confirmed.

    Perfect for all NEW and pre-solo students and a great way for those more experienced pilots to refresh your memory.

  • FREE Ground School – Principles of Flight

    Elstree Helicopters Elstree Helicopters, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

    On Tuesday 13th March it's one of Capt. White's favourites... Principles of Flight at the usual time 18:00-20:00

    Principles of Flight (POF) is best described as the science bit of the PPL course. Specific topics to be confirmed but obviously we can't miss out our POF favourites; Vector force on rotors, Vortex ring including the 'Vuichard Technique' and Flat Back! We will also look at ground effect, autorotation and stability, and how all affect our in-flight decisions as a pilot.