Is it harder to become a helicopter pilot?

Absolutely not! All it takes is dedication, commitment to study, and practice in the aircraft. Attending a helicopter flight school will help you learn the necessary skills required to fly a helicopter both through flight and ground instruction.

How long does it take to get a helicopter pilot license?

Our Helicopter Professional Pilot Program which includes the private pilot, instrument, commercial pilot and flight instructors courses is structured to take less than 15 months to complete if you are a full-time student on the flight schedule five times per week.

The FAA has set minimum hours required for flight training?

The FAA sets a minimum number of flight and ground hours that must be reached for each individual certificate or rating. Our courses ensure students meet those requirements before taking the FAA examination. We also structure our program to help students obtain 200 total flight hours to meet the SFAR 73 requirements to instruct in a Robinson R22 helicopter.

Aviation Maintenance Training | FAA A&P Mechanic Program

Build your career from the ground up with hands on aviation maintenance training

Train to become a certified A&P mechanic at one of the largest aviation academies—and launch your career training in aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection.

Our Aviation Maintenance Professional Program prepares you with the technical knowledge, hands-on skills, and FAA exam readiness needed to test for certification as an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) mechanic. Over the course of 12 intensive months, you’ll train on actual aircraft systems, guided by instructors committed to your success.

From your first day on campus in Hillsboro, Oregon, you’ll be part of a mission-driven community focused on safety, precision, and excellence.

Whether you’re mechanically inclined or just ready to take off a new career, our AMP program provides a clear runway toward your future.

FAQs

How long does it take to become an FAA-certified aircraft mechanic?

Our Aviation Maintenance Professional Program takes just 12 months to complete. As you progress through the 59-credit curriculum, you’ll be encouraged to take each portion of the FAA’s Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification exams. Upon completion, you’ll be fully eligible and prepared to enter the field as a certificated aircraft mechanic.

What are the FAA requirements for becoming a certified mechanic?

To become FAA-certified, you must pass written, oral, and practical exams in three areas: General, Airframe, and Powerplant. Hillsboro Aero Academy’s FAA-accepted program provides the technical training and hands-on experience needed to prepare you for your certification exams.

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