Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Must a person have an airplane Pilot License before learning to fly Helicopters?
A: No. Most of our students have no prior flying experience.

Q: Is it harder to learn to fly a Helicopter than to fly an airplane?
A: While flying Helicopters requires a different set of skills than an airplane or driving an automobile, it is not difficult.

Q: Do you have to be wealthy to learn to fly Helicopters?
A: No. Any person with average means can learn to fly a Helicopter affordably. J.R Aviation can also provide financing for your level of pilot license.

Q: Can an average person own a Helicopter?
A: Yes! With our Fractional Helishare program a person can own a share of a NEW Helicopter for about the same as a new car.

Q: Can a Helicopter land anywhere?
A: Yes, within reason. Permission of the landowner is the only basic requirement to land a Helicopter. Also, Helicopters are relatively light, so helipads can be easily constructed in convenient places like a roof, boat, parking lot, small field, or dock..

Q: How far can a Helicopter travel on a tank of gas?
A: About 300 air miles (equivalent to approximately 400 road miles).