Further training

Type ratings and further training for helicopter pilots

Already licensed? For each helicopter type you follow a short course, the type rating. We also offer VFR Night, renewal training and other further training, at Kortrijk-Wevelgem Airport.

Type ratings

Flying a different helicopter type?

For each helicopter type you follow a short course: the type rating. Theory about the aircraft, flight lessons with an instructor and a skill test.

Robinson R22piston

Robinson R44piston

Robinson R66turbine

Cabri G2piston

Colibri H120turbine

Bell 206 JetRangerturbine

Airbus AS350turbine

Airbus AS355twin-engine

Airbus H135twin-engine

Another type?Contact us

Colibri H120 helicopter type rating at Heli Business Wevelgem

Airbus AS355 twin-engine helicopter type rating

Further training

Keep growing as a pilot

Learning doesn’t stop after your licence. Take the next step as a pilot.

Commercial pilot CPL(H)

Make flying your profession. With a CPL(H) you may fly as a paid pilot: scenic flights, helicopter taxi and aerial work.

More about the CPL(H)

VFR Night

The rating to fly VFR after sunset. A real asset, especially if you want to become a professional pilot.

Refresh and revalidate

Keep your ratings valid

Revalidate your type rating every year, or reactivate it after a break? We get you back on track quickly.

Proficiency checks

A type rating must be revalidated every year with a proficiency check. Prepare with a training flight and take the check with our examiner.

Renewal training

Has your type rating expired? With refresher training with an instructor and a new check, you can fly that type again.

Tailored training

Haven’t flown for a while, or want extra lessons for a specific flight? We put together a programme with you.

No licence yet?

Start with the PPL(H)

Without a licence, you start with the private helicopter licence. Or first get a taste of flying.

Learn to fly a helicopter: PPL(H) training at Heli Business

PPL(H): become a helicopter pilot

Theory and practice for your private licence.

To the PPL(H)

Trial flight

Fly a helicopter yourself, together with an instructor.

See trial flights

Interested?

Questions about our training?

Tell us which type or which training you are looking for. We are happy to make you a tailored proposal.

Answers to your questions

Frequently asked questions

What is a type rating?

A type rating is the privilege to fly a specific helicopter type. Each type has its own course with theory on the systems and performance, flight lessons and a skill test. The type is then added to your licence.

Which helicopter types do you offer?

The Robinson R22, R44 and R66, the Cabri G2, the Colibri H120, the Bell 206 JetRanger, and the Airbus AS350, AS355 and H135. Another type? Contact us and we’ll look at the possibilities.

What is a proficiency check?

A helicopter type rating is valid for one year. To revalidate it, you take a proficiency check before the expiry date: a check flight with an examiner. If your type rating has already expired, you first follow renewal training.

What is renewal training?

If your type rating has expired, you follow refresher training with an instructor and take a new proficiency check. Then you can fly that type again. We tailor the training to your experience and how long you haven’t flown.

Can I also become a professional pilot?

Yes. With a PPL(H) and enough flight hours you can follow the commercial pilot training: the CPL(H). Read more on the page Commercial pilot training CPL(H).

I don’t have a licence yet. Where do I start?

With the PPL(H), the private helicopter licence. You start with the theory course and flight lessons on the Cabri G2 or the Robinson R44. You’ll find all the information on Become a helicopter pilot.