Professional Pilot Training
ASTA Aviation international academy in joint-venture with flyence Aviation Academy, American Aviation Academy, California Flight Academy, Aerocadet International academy, Hillsboro Aero Academy offer the following pilot:
a. AEROPLANE
We can help you attain your dream of becominga professional airplane pilot. For over years. we have helped hundreds of students, fromaround the world, do just that — live theirdream.
We invite you to start your navy pilot pathway at ASTA Aviation International Academy today by completing the Request Information Form below or by calling us directly at (+237) 680015921 or emailing us atadmission@astaaviation.aero
Request InformationLEARNING, LIVING & WORKING IN THE U.S AND EUROPE
We are one of a few airplane flight training schools authorized to offer the U.S and Schengen F-1 Visa. The F-1 Visa enables students to study in the United
States and Europe, attain their FAA and EASA pilot certifcations, and
then work as a pilot in the US to build valuable flight hours. Our quality training programs combined with real world flight experience ensure that our students gain the expertise, skills, and competitive edge needed to succeed.
INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION
As ASTA Aviation International Academy, we personalize the experience for each and every student and work with them to understand their individual goals. Each student has a tailored training plan to ensure the learning journey meets their
personal aspirations.
QUALITY INSTRUCTION FOCUSED ON SAFETY
Quality instructors and an embedded safety culture are at the heart of our approach. ASTA Aviation International Academy and alliance members is one of the first flight academies in the U.S to attain IS-BAO accreditation from the International Business Aviation Council-recognition for the exceptional safety standards and practices we maintain.
AUTHENTIC, REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE
The unique location of ASTA Aviation International Academy’s campuses in Northwestern United States offers an exceptional learning environment. Our students have the opportunity to train in terrain and weather conditions that emulate real-world conditions – from desert plains to mountain ranges, coastal areas and more – students’ benefit from a diverse training experience.
CONNECTIONS TO OVER 75 COUNTRIES
With over years of experience training professional pilots, we have the reputation and connections to help you take that first step in your career. Our alumni network spans the globe and helps open doors for our students.
COLLEGE DEGREE PROGRAMS
Through our college partnerships, you are able to obtain your aviation degree and your pilot certifications together. You can earn a two or four-year college degree from one of our partner colleges in tandem with you flight training at ASTA Aviation International Academy.
To learn more about ASTA Aviation International Academy’s Professional Pilot Program, contact our admissions team at (+237) 680015921 or info@astaaviation.aero.
1. PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE (PPL)
The Private Pilot Certificate is the first initial certificate. By earning a private pilot, you can legally fly an aircraft by yourself. This certificate is the first major milestone on the road to becoming a commercial pilot. You cannot fly for compensation with this rating, or fly in the clouds, and/or inclement weather in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC).
Course includes:
- Nine (09) theoretical lessons with Distance Learning and self-study via CATS e-Platform (or in the classroom with extra cost).
- 2.Flying training comprises a total of at least 46.5 hrs from which 10 hrs is solo flight. Single Engine Piston (SEP) / Flight Simulator (FNPT II).
The average duration of the course is 3 months.
Training plan is as follow:
| Training | Training hours | Cost | Payment Plan |
| Enrollment &PPL theory (e-D.L) | Necessary Classroom | 8.000 USD | Pre entry |
| Pre Solo / Solo | 15hrs SEP | ||
| Cross Country | 30hrs SEP | 8.500 USD | Pre start |
| Skill Test | 1.5hrs SEP | ||
| PPL License | 46.5 hrs | 16.500USD | TOTAL |
In order to enroll for PPL course you will need to have:
- Photocopy of Passport/ID
- Grade 12th or higher diploma
- Sufficient knowledge of the English language (if not applicants are entitled to undergo English language training).
- EASA or FAA Medical Class 2 Certificate
- Sign the suitable contract agreement
- Deposit of 35% (if required VISA)
2. INSTRUMENT RATING (IR)
The Instrument Rating follows the Private Pilot Certificate. An Instrument Rating will teach the student how to fly in the clouds, also known as IMC (Instrument Meteorological Conditions.) This is an aviation flight category that describes weather conditions that require pilots to fly primarily by reference to instruments, and therefore under instrument flight rules (IFR) rather than by outside visual references under visual flight rules (VFR).
This rating is essential for those who are trying to reach their goals of becoming a professional pilot. It teaches you how to fly safely in the conditions in the Pacific Northwest. Hillsboro Heli Academy is an obvious choice for those looking to do flight training in realistic weather conditions and many students choose our school because of this.
What you’ll learn
- Navigating by Instruments
- Attitude Indicator Flying
- Advanced Approach
- Advanced Landing
- Flying in Bad Weather
- And So Much More
| Instrument Rating cost | |
| 21 Hours Dual (Cessna 172) | $6,670.00 |
| 14 Hours Dual Simulator | $3,520.00 |
| Group Ground School | $695.00 |
| 27 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $3,295.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exam | $175.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Airplane Rental for Practical Test | $277.50 |
| TOTAL | $14,632.50 |
3. COMMERCIAL PILOT CERTIFICATE (CPL)
Round out your flight training experience with a credential that will boost your career and open doors of opportunity.
ASTA Aviation International Academy conducts commercial pilot training to prepare students to work as a commercial pilot. The purpose of the commercial ratings is to obtain the experience to become prepared to carry passengers or get a job in the industry. To get paid as a pilot, a pilot must hold this commercial certificate.
The completion of a Commercial Multi-Engine Rating permits the holder to act as the Pilot-In-Command of a multi-engine aircraft. This license also permits pilots to be paid for his or her work. The ability to operate an aircraft with multiple engines can open professional pilots to a host of additional employment opportunities. And for those who plan to pursue a career as an Airline Transport Pilot, the Commercial Multi-Engine
| Commercial Pilot Certificate (Single and Multi-Engine) | |
| 24.5 Hours Dual (Cessna 152) | $6,635.00 |
| 11 Hours Dual (Cessna 172) | $3,970.00 |
| 61 Hours Solo (Cessna 152) | $9,845.00 |
| 15 Hours Dual (PA-44) | $8,200.00 |
| 13.5 Hours Dual Simulator | $2,430.00 |
| Group Ground School | $695.00 |
| 39.5 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $3,357.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exam | $175.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Airplane Rental for Practical Test | $217.50 |
| 1.5 Hours Airplane Rental for ME Practical Test | $592.50 |
| TOTAL | $36,117.50 |
4. FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATES (CFI, CFII)
At the completion of the commercial certificate, a student will have around 200 hours of flight time. Most students will work towards obtaining the Certified Flight Instructor ratings to flight hour experience working as an instructor teaching new students.
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Rating is required for a pilot to instruct other pilots—often the first step in a pilot’s career and a terrific way to gain flight hours. Flight instructing is a wonderful way to get started in the aviation industry, and you can build up your own experience and credentials while sharing your passion for flying with other aspiring pilots. Most pilot’s hour goal as a CFI is 1,000 hours. After 1,000 hours there are many more job opportunities as a helicopter pilot.
The Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) Course combines the techniques developed in the prior instructor courses with the knowledge and experience you learned in the Instrument training to ensure that you are safe and proficient to teach a student to fly in the clouds.
| Certified Flight Instructor Rating | |
| 25 Hours Dual (Cessna 152) | $6,000.00 |
| Group Ground School (CFI & FOI) | $1,380.00 |
| 12 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $1,140.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exams | $350.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Airplane Rental for Practical Test | $217.50 |
| TOTAL | $9,087.50 |
| Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Rating | |
| 5 Hours Dual (Cessna 172) | $1,400.00 |
| 5 Hours Dual Simulator | $950.00 |
| 7 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $665.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exam | $175.00 |
| 1 Hour Airplane Rental for Practical Test | $185.00 |
| TOTAL | $3,375.00 |
| Multi-Engine Instructor Rating | |
| 15 Hours Dual (PA-44) | $8,350.00 |
| 11 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $2,045.00 |
| 1 Hour Airplane Rental for Practical Test | $395.00 |
| TOTAL | $10,790.00 |
5. AIRLINE TRANSPORT PILOT LICENSE (ATPL) (A) Integrated
Course
1. Theoretical Training stage:
● 14 theoretical lessons and 750 hours of Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) theory in the classroom.
2. Flying training has 6 phases and comprises a total of 205 hours including skill test hours.
a. Phase 1 to prepare the student for the first SOLO flight.
b. Phase 2 to train the student in Navigation flight.
c. Phase 3 to upgrade the flight experience in Navigation as Pilot in Command (PIC) and certify the student at Night flight.
d. Phase 4 to advance the flight experience with Instrument Flight Rules and Multi Engine aircraft including PBN qualification.
e. Phase 5 to qualify the student pilots in the UPRT course.
f. Phase 6 for the Multi-Crew Cooperation training between the flight crews
Total average duration of the course is 16 months. Training plan is as follow:
The type of training flight hours during the course are:
● Single Engine Piston (SEP) – Cessna 152/172
| Training | Training hours | Duration |
| Enrollment & ATPL theory | 750 hrs Classroom | 7-8 months |
| Phase 1 Phase 2 | 16.5 hrs SEP 22.5 hrs SEP | 2-3 months |
| Phase 3 | 41 hrs SEP | 2 months |
| Phase 4 | 40 hrs FNPT II 51 hrs SEP 11 hrs MEP | 2-3 months |
| Phase 5 Phase 6 | 4 hrs SEP 15 hrs FNPT II | 2 week |
| CPL/IR/MEP License with ATPL Frozen | 205 hrs | 14-17 months |
Payment plan is as follow:
| TRAINING | COST | DURATION |
| Enrollment and ATPL theory | $25.000 | 7-8 months |
| Phase1 Phase 2 | $15.000 | 2-3 months |
| Phase 3 | $20.000 | 2 months |
| Phase 4Phase 5Phase 6 | $25.000 | 3-4 months |
| CPL/IR/MEP LICENSEWITH ATPL Frozen | $85.000 | 14-17 months |
b. HELICOPTER FLIGHT TRAINING COURSES
With a commercial helicopter pilot license, an exciting and varied career
Request InformationWhether you have your heart set on firefighting or emergency medical services, or you dream of flying tourists over breathtaking scenery, ASTA Aviation will help you get there. Our flight school has the helicopter flight lessons and courses you need to start your career.
All of our helicopter flight training courses are Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved and we offer Federation Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 61 and Part 141 training. We also offer European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approved courses. We even offer specialty helicopter flight courses to include with your FAA helicopter training—like external load operations and mountain flying—so that you can set yourself up for the career you’ve always dreamed of.
1. FAA Helicopter Training courses
We offer pilot training under both FAR Part 61 and FAR Part 141.
What does that mean?
This means we have two different ways to approach your training. Both FAR Part 61 and Part 141 training demand the same minimum standards for you to get your pilot certificate, but FAR Part 141 is more methodical and refined in its approach to helicopter flight lessons.
Flight instructors approved by the FAA can train you under FAR Part 61 anywhere—whether they’re attached to a flight school or not—and they can follow their own method.
FAR Part 141 training is given through approved flight schools, like ASTA Aviation International Academy, who have had our course curriculums reviewed and approved by the FAA. This means we’ve perfected our courses over time, found the best path for your training and we stick to it.
Your long-term goals and learning style will determine which FAR part is right for you, and we’ll help you decide.
1.Getting Started as a Helicopter Pilot
Every pilot starts by getting their professional pilot certificates and ratings from a flight training school. When you finish your program for the professional pilot program, you’ll end up somewhere over 200 hours of flight time.
But, to get hired for entry-level careers, you need 1,000 to 1,500 hours of flight time — it’s an insurance requirement at most companies.
So how do you even get your first job as a helicopter pilot? Read on
2.Building Hours as a Certified Flight Instructor
The first job helicopter pilots get is typically as a flight instructor at a training school. This allows you to get paid for instructing while building your flight experience. Flight instructing is a very rewarding and challenging opportunity to develop airmanship skills, aeronautical knowledge, and experience.
Over 95% of flight schools train their students on the Robinson R22 helicopter. You must have at least 200 hours in helicopter and 50 hours in an R22 to instruct in this helicopter, due to the SFAR 73 regulation, and get hired at any of these schools using the R22 for training. That’s part of why we train on the Robinson R22 at Hillsboro Aero Academy and it sets you up for the next step in your career.
We do hire qualified graduates as flight instructors, and you’ll have a chance to start your helicopter pilot career at ASTA Aviation after you complete your professional pilot training.
Helicopter Rates and Fees
Our current helicopter program and hourly rates and fees are shown below. Please note that prices are subject to change, and that program pricing is based on average hours for completion. Individual student completion rates will vary.
Our joint EASA-FAA helicopter program has some requirements and fees specific to EASA. Please contact us at 1.503.489.1142 to get pricing for this program.
Hourly Rates and Fees (Effective 9/1/22)
| Helicopter Hourly Rates | |
| Robinson R22 | $305.00 |
| Robinson R22 IFR | $305.00 |
| Robinson R44 VFR & IFR | $554.00 |
| Flight Simulator Hourly Rates | |
| FRASCA TruFlite | $95.00 |
| Instruction Hourly Rates | |
| Flight & Ground Instruction | $59.00 |
| Ground and Pre/Post Flight | $59.00 |
| Group Ground Instruction | $31.00 |
| FAA Tests & Practicals | |
| FAA Written Exams (paid to PSI) | $175.00 |
| Practical Exam (paid to DPE) | Variable $600-800 |
| Other Fees | |
| Student Registration Fee | $200.00 |
| International Application Processing Fee | $300.00 |
| Training Deposit (Refundable) | $500.00 |
I.PRIVATE PILOT CERTIFICATE
Your Private Pilot Certificate lets you fly helicopters for fun and recreation—giving rides to friends and family or flying for your own transport. It’s the first step toward building the skills needed for your Commercial Pilot Certificate. You’ll be in the cockpit from Day One!
This course is the first step for every pilot. You learn how to safely conduct basic flight maneuvers and proper aeronautical decision making. After safely demonstrating selected maneuvers and sound judgment in the aircraft, you get to do something you will remember for the rest of your life; fly solo for the first time.Every detail of that experience will be vivid in your memory from what the weather was like to how the aircraft felt when you looked over and realized your instructor’s seat was empty. Soloing in a helicopter is an experience not many people have achieved and it is something to be proud of.
During the next phase of your training, you will take the helicopter on cross-country flights. Hillsboro Area Academy is uniquely positioned, located only 40 minutes east of the Oregon Coast and 45 minutes west of Mt. Hood. It’s an incredibly diverse area of the country, and you will get to see it from a perspective few people get.This part of the training also includes an amazing night flight where you can fly over a major metropolitan area and even land at the city’s downtown heliport.
Once you have completed the solo and cross country requirements, you will take the FAA practical test also known as a check ride with an FAA-designated examiner. When you successfully complete the check ride, you will be a private pilot!The FAA minimum hour requirement for a Private Pilot Certificate is 35 hours of ground training and 35 hours of flight training. Most people complete their training in 50-60 hours, but we can’t guarantee a specific minimum for completion—everyone learns at a different rate.
| Private Pilot Certificate cost | |
| 55 Hours Dual (Robinson R22) | $21,020.00 |
| 5 Hours Solo (Robinson R22) | $2,525.00 |
| 35 Hours Ground | $2,065.00 |
| 21 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $2,239.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exam | $175.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test | $457.50 |
| TOTAL | $28,481.50 |
II. INSTRUMENT RATING
Gain an advantage that helicopter employer’s value: learning to fly in real weather conditions.
What You’ll Learn
- How to Fly by Instruments Only
- Basic Attitude Flying
- Advanced Approaches
- Instrument Cross Country Procedures
- Flying in Challenging Weather
- And So Much More
The Instrument Rating is essential to learning to fly safely in low visibility conditions — a skill that’s in high demand in the helicopter industry as new aircraft applications are realized. Regardless of whether you fly in actual instrument conditions or not, the Instrument Rating will give you the tools and knowledge you need for a safe career as a professional pilot.
At ASTA Aviation International Academy, we utilize our Frasca TruFlite simulators and Robinson R22 and R44 instrument-equipped aircraft to develop the skills that you will need for instrument proficiency. The weather in the Pacific Northwest provides great opportunities for pilots to recognize the conditions that necessitate the helicopter Instrument Rating.
We break the instrument training into two stages. In stage one, you will learn how to maintain a given altitude, airspeed and direction using only information from the instruments inside the cockpit. Practicing emergency procedures in simulated instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and learning what to do if one of the instruments you are relying on fails is key during this course.
In stage two, you practice taking off in simulated IMC while only referencing your instruments. During this part of the training, you go to a variety of airports to practice different types of approaches. We have many local airports that offer a myriad of instrument approaches giving you a large amount of experience without having to travel far.
Once you and your instructor feel that you have the required ground knowledge and have demonstrated the necessary flight skills for the instrument course, you will take your instrument check ride.Under Part 141 regulations for the Instrument Rating, the FAA requires 35 hours of flight training and 30 hours of ground training. Remember that these are the minimum hours that the FAA requires but every student learns a different speed.
| Instrument Rating training cost | |
| 40 Hours Dual (Robinson R22 IFR) | $16,560.00 |
| 0 Hours Dual Simulator | $0 |
| 30 Hours Ground | $2,770.00 |
| 15 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $885.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exam | $175.00 |
| 2 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test | $610.00 |
| TOTAL | $21,000.00 |
III. COMMERCIAL HELICOPTER PILOT CERTIFICATE
It’s time to turn pro: get the skills you need to fly for a living.
What You’ll Learn
- How to Fly Professionally
- Advanced Aerodynamics
- Commercial Rules & Regulations
- Helicopter Power Management
- How to Use Good Judgment
- Pinnacles & Confined Areas
- Additional Specialized Skill Modules
- And So Much More
If you want to get paid to fly, you need your Commercial Pilot Certificate. This course expands on private pilot training and introduces more advanced maneuvers and skills. This training course teaches you to fly to higher and more precise standards to prepare you for your first commercial job.
During the commercial portion of your training, we continue to refine your skills and help you learn more advanced flying techniques so you will be prepared for that first commercial job.
When you first start your commercial training, we work on building your experience flying to different locations and airports so you become comfortable flying into new areas. This experience will be valuable when a future boss asks you to move an aircraft to a new location, and you are able to safely and efficiently handle this.
The later part of your commercial training focuses on refining your flight knowledge and abilities so that you will not only get hired for your first pilot job but have the skills to keep it. You will learn advanced autorotation techniques, different ways to do off-airport landings and a higher level of helicopter control necessary to be a safe commercial pilot.
The FAA minimum required hours for a Part 141 Commercial Pilot Certificate is 30 hours of ground training and 115 of flight training. At least 20 of those hours must be completed with a flight instructor, but the actual amount of time spent on dual training will depend on any extra training modules you choose. We do have an option for a commercial/instrument course that can increase your efficiency during this training.
| Commercial Pilot Certificate | |
| 50 Hours Dual (Robinson R22) | $20,200.00 |
| 10 Hours Solo (Robinson R22) | $4,050.00 |
| 20 Hours Ground | $1,180.00 |
| 19 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $1,121.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exam | $175.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test | $457.50 |
| TOTAL | $27,183.50 |
| Certified Flight Instructor Rating | |
| 25 Hours Dual (Robinson R22) | $11,100.00 |
| 40 Hours Ground | $2,360.00 |
| 10 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $590.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exams | $350.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test | $457.50 |
| TOTAL | $14,857.50 |
| Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Rating | |
| 7 Hours Dual (Robinson R22 IFR) | $4,548.00 |
| 0 Hours Dual Simulator | $0 |
| 6 Hours Ground | $354.00 |
| 3 Hours Pre & Post Flight | $177.00 |
| Computerized FAA Written Exams | $175.00 |
| 1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test | $457.50 |
| TOTAL | $5,711.50 |
| PRO PILOT (PPL-CFI) AVG COST | $85,522.50 |
| PRO PILOT + CFII AVG COST | $89,234.00 |
| Based on 200 hour program for SFAR instructor requirements Totals based on averages, actual costs may vary Prices subject to change During times of extreme fuel costs, a surcharge may be implemented | |
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