Flight Training

The PPL(H) is governed by the CAA, this means you can fly any helicopter you have been trained and passed the appropriate test. To achieve this you must have completed a minimum of 45 hours of flight instruction of an approved syllabus, which includes ground school. 9 multiple choice ground exams and radio oral practical test. A class 2 medical is required and a final flight skills test. Once passed, your PPL(H) could lead you on to a amazing career in aviation be it a flight instructor or even a commercial helicopter pilot.

Ground School is a requirement of the PPL(H) training and we are approved by the CAA to offer this in-house. Currently run fortnightly, it’s a great opportunity to learn alongside other students and benefit from our unique mentoring scheme. Ground School is also available on a one-to-one basis with your instructor.

For more info on what the course entails, our ground school or to book your trial lesson please contact training@elstreehelicopters.co.uk or call 0208 099 7766

Looking for a challenge, a new hobby or the ultimate rewarding career? Then learning to fly a helicopter could be the answer! Whether your desire to fly is to achieve a Private Pilot’s Licence PPL(H) for fun or to begin your training towards a Commercial Pilot’s Licence CPL(H), Elstree Helicopters boasts over 20 years experience in teaching people to FLY! Our instructors live and breathe helicopters and work with you to ensure that our training programmes are tailored to suit each individual pilot.

You now have “Full Control”, make the best decision of your life, choose a flying school of the future. Live the dream, fly helicopters!

For more info on what the course entails, our ground school or to book your trial lesson please contact training@elstreehelicopters.co.uk or call 0208 099 7766

Our Course

PPL(H)

Achieving a PPL(H) is no longer reserved for the rich and famous, at
Elstree we offer a range of training programmes to suit your budget and
ultimate goal which is of course to FLY!

LAPL(H)

The LAPL(H) is a ‘Light Aircraft Pilot’s License’. This is a fast track license
that entitles you to fly any single engine helicopter up to a max. weight of
2000kg and max. of 4 seats anywhere in Europe.

Type Ratings

We offer conversion courses for the Robinson R44 and the NEW Guimbal
Cabri G2. Courses typically last 5 hours plus your type-rating skills test (1 hour).

PPL(H)

Achieving a PPL(H) is no longer reserved for the rich and famous, at Elstree we offer a range of training programmes to suit your budget and ultimate goal which is of course to FLY!
Get Started

LAPL(H)

The LAPL(H) is a ‘Light Aircraft Pilot’s License’. This is a fast track license that entitles you to fly any single engine helicopter up to a max. weight of 2000kg and max. of 4 seats anywhere in Europe.

Get Started

Type Ratings

We offer conversion courses for the Robinson R44 and the NEW Guimbal Cabri G2. Courses typically last 5 hours plus your type-rating skills test (1 hour).

Get Started

Student Reviews

Capt Harkin

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</p> <h4>PPL(H) Guimbal Cabri``The instructors are the best``</h4> <p>
“The instructors are the very best, attentive and thorough. If you want to be a good, safe pilot, which I really hope is the case, this school is for you”
Capt Dunkley

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</p> <h4>PPL(H) Robinson R22``Fantastic training environment``</h4> <p>
“I always have a fantastic time here. If you thinking of doing your licence or more advanced flying I highly recommend Elstree Helicopters. Fantastic training environment”
Capt Lally

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</p> <h4>PPL(H) Guimbal Cabri G2``Great place to learn to get your PPL(H)``</h4> <p>
“The instructors are the very best, attentive and thorough. If you want to be a good, safe pilot, which I really hope is the case, this school is for you”