Commercial Pilot Licence
Turn your passion for aviation into a paid professional helicopter career
Flying helicopters professionally offers a career like no other — dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding. At Helifly, we deliver structured training for aspiring commercial pilots, guiding you from the early stages of training through to achieving your Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) (CPL(H)).
You’ll build the advanced skill set and decision-making required to operate safely and confidently to commercial standards. Training covers precision handling, emergency procedures, navigation and flight planning, operational knowledge, human factors, and the professional habits expected in the industry — all under the guidance of highly experienced instructors who understand what employers look for.
A CPL(H) opens the door to real-world helicopter operations, from tourism and charter to air work and specialised roles. Our programs are tailored to your goals and paced to support steady progress, with a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and practical competency — so you graduate job-ready, capable, and confident in the cockpit.
"The BEST Job I Ever Had!”
1. Age & Medical Requirements
Minimum age: 18 years old
Medical certificate: Hold a Class 1 aviation medical, ensuring you meet stricter health, hearing, and vision standards than for a PPL.
2. Flight Training
Minimum hours:
105 flight hours
Training includes:
Advanced helicopter handling, precision flying, and emergency procedures
Cross-country navigation
3. Ground School / Theory
You’ll complete a comprehensive set of theory subjects at a commercial standard, including:
Air law and regulations
Meteorology and advanced weather interpretation
Navigation and flight planning
Aircraft general knowledge, systems, and performance
Human factors and safety
Principles of flight and aerodynamics
Operations, performance, and loading
4. Examinations
7 written exams covering all CPL(H) theory subjects.
Flight test with a CASA-approved flight examiner, demonstrating advanced handling, navigation, emergency management, and professional standards.
5. Additional Requirements
Minimum aeronautical experience must be logged and endorsed by your instructor.
English Language Proficiency at the required ICAO level.
Earning your Commercial Pilot Licence is a major achievement that marks the beginning of your professional aviation career. At Helifly, we honour this milestone with our proud tradition—signing the tail boom.
Your name joins the legacy of pilots who have turned their passion into a profession, a permanent reminder of your commitment, skill, and hard work. Congratulations!
The end of this journey is the beginning of your next
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