Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)

•Command preparation •Risk management •Multi-Engine exposure •Instrument procedures •Planning and procedures •Multi-Crew Cooperation

There isn’t a specific type of helicopter to advance to your ATPL license, instead it is all about air experience and meeting the requirements as listed below. Henley operates a vast fleet of helicopters where experience can be obtained to achieve this higher license. However, during the latter stages of this course, you will be introduced into a Multi-Engine & Multi-Crew environment. The preferred helicopters then will be our: Bell 222: well-suited for ATPL(H) license training due to its advanced features and capabilities. It offers a Multi-Engine configuration, allowing pilots to gain valuable experience in managing and flying twin-engine helicopters. With its spacious cabin and excellent manoeuverability, the Bell 222 provides a comfortable and responsive training platform for aspiring helicopter pilots working towards their ATPL(H) license. Bell 230: With exceptional performance and versatility, the Bell 230 is a medium-sized twin-engine helicopter that serves as an ideal training platform. Pilots can acquire valuable experience in operating multi-engine helicopters, a crucial requirement for obtaining their ATPL(H) license. The Bell 230's comfortable and modern training environment, complete with a spacious cabin and advanced avionics, facilitates the development of essential skills and knowledge necessary for aspiring helicopter pilots.

A pass the total of 6 examinations are required.

A minimum of 1500 hours in total of which: •250 hours minimum as pilot in command •50 hours minimum as pilot in command by night •200 hours minimum as cross country •You require a minimum of 30 hours instrument flight time of which 10 hours may be accumulated on a simulator

Your Study/Career Pathway to an ATPL(H) •Private Pilot’s License (H) •Night Rating (H) •Commercial Pilot License (H) theoretical ground school and examinations •Hour building •Instrument Rating (H) •Multi Engine Rating (H) •Commercial Pilot’s License (H) •Airline Transport Pilot’s License (H) ground school and examinations •Airline Transport Pilot’s License (H)

NOTE: This is essentially not a course offering, but more guidance towards ATPL. (HAFS can assist a student when there are shortcomings to completing your ATPL when you are near 1500hours total time) This course is highly recommended for those individuals wishing to enter the corporate flying world. This is the highest certification level a helicopter pilot can achieve. The ATPL Course is designed to give the student the aeronautical skills and experience necessary to meet the requirements of the ATPL certificate and operate safely as an airline transport pilot.

•21 years old •A valid Class I or II Aviation Medical. oWe will assist you with a list of Aviation doctors for your Aviation Medical appointment, if required. •Hold a valid CPL(H) •Night Rating (H) •Instrument Rating (H) •Multi Engine Rating (H) •Commercial Licence theoretical ground school and examinations •Hour building •Have completed the appropriate training at an authorized ATO •Fluent in English (Speak, read, write, and understand) and pass the English Proficiency Examination

SACAA ATPL(H) Subject Credits: After completing the below and your final flight test, which will be a multi-engine instrument flight test, you will be issued an Airline Transport Pilots License (H). •Aviation Meteorology •Helicopter Technical and General •Radio Aids •Instruments •Navigation •Flight Planning and Performance