Raw person here, want to start a career as a helicopter pilot.

[gandharvm]

Hello everyone,

I'm a new member on this group. Looks like a great forum. I need some help. I wish to become a helicopter pilot and would really appreciate your guidance.

(background:I'm in my second last year of engineering from India)

I had the following few questions in this regard:

Your help is much appreciated.

 Which country has the best institutes for helicopter training?

 Among the institutes in the recommended country which are ranked on the top?

 Which helicopter should one train on?

 Which is the best terrain for helicopter training?

 Are there any special requirements for admission to the institute?

 How and when can I start preparing for the admissions?

 Are there any implications regarding LASIK eye correction surgery?

 How is current job scenario for helicopter pilots?

[r22butters]

It would seem that the job market for pilots really sucks (despite the looming pilot shortage proclaimed by people who write in helicopter magazines)?

 

If I were you I'd come to the States, use my engineering degree to get a good paying job in Silicon Valley, get my PPL in my spare time, buy an R22 and enjoy my well-to-do happy-go-lucky life!

[WolftalonID]

Hello everyone,

I'm a new member on this group. Looks like a great forum. I need some help. I wish to become a helicopter pilot and would really appreciate your guidance.

(background:I'm in my second last year of engineering from India)

I had the following few questions in this regard:

Your help is much appreciated.

 Which country has the best institutes for helicopter training?

 Among the institutes in the recommended country which are ranked on the top?

 Which helicopter should one train on?

 Which is the best terrain for helicopter training?

 Are there any special requirements for admission to the institute?

 How and when can I start preparing for the admissions?

 Are there any implications regarding LASIK eye correction surgery?

 How is current job scenario for helicopter pilots?

Welcome to the forums!

 

If you would like a professional approach to your questions, feel free to PM me directly and I will email you some information. I am the Chief Instructor for Rocky Mountain Rotors in Montana. We can also assist foreign pilot students in the path for a student visa and we are authorized to train foreign students as well. Being a pilot is a difficult path in life, but a very rewarding adventure only a few enjoy these days. Hard work, and a possitive attitude is what it takes to succeed. It sounds like your going to do just fine.

 

John