Our program transforms the low-time commercial pilot from flying piston helicopters around the traffic pattern into an experienced turbine pilot with on-the-job training.

This apprenticeship brings you to the next level in your aviation career.

Pilot Receives:
25 hours of turbine helicopter flight time- Hughes 500C or Bell 206B3
Real World job training
Chance for line pilot position
Line pilot paid $320.00 per week plus a bonus of $15.00 per flight hour including housing.

Pilot Requirements:
FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate Rotorcraft Helicopter
FAA Certified Flight Instructor Rotorcraft Helicopter (Recommended)
Second Class Medical
Minimum Hours: 250 Rotorcraft (recommended)

Applebee Aviation, Inc. has a proven track record of producing highly skilled pilots and acting as a gateway for pilots transitioning into commercial turbine work. The skills you will learn here and the tasks that you will perform are above those that are found in 1500 hour pilots.

Cost:  $24,950.00