Training Programs
Private Pilot Licence (Helicopter)
Learn to fly on your terms — at Billy Bishop Airport or at your preferred location. Our program meets XXXXXXXX’s licensing requirements and prepares you to navigate Canadian airspace safely and confidently.
Training Includes:
- 45 hours of flight training (minimum)
- 40 hours of ground school
- Real-world emergency procedures
- Night flying (optional)
- Advanced navigation and flight planning
Custom Flight Programs (Police, Defense & Government)
From tactical night operations to confined-area landings, our specialized training prepares public safety professionals for real-world missions.
Programs Include:
- Law Enforcement & Tactical Scenarios
- Case Studies & Mission Simulations
- Military and Defense Aviation Procedures
- Advanced Emergency Response Training
Night Rating
Master night flying with HVI’s Transport Canada-approved night training — a requirement for safe after-dark operations and a vital skill for professionals.
Recurrent Flight Emergencies Training
Stay sharp and maintain confidence through scenario-based emergency training — ideal for both private pilots and professional operators.
Advanced Operations Training
Expand your flight capabilities with advanced training in:
- Emergency landings
- Sling-load operations
- Confined-area takeoffs and landings
- Vortex ring state recovery
- Instrument flying and cross-country navigation
Fleet
Our Aircraft
Train on one of the world’s most trusted helicopters: the Robinson R44. Our fleet is maintained to Transport Canada standards and equipped with the latest avionics for safe and efficient flight.
Simulators & Equipment
HVI supplements flight training with advanced simulators, ground school resources, and instructor-led workshops — so you can master every challenge both in the cockpit and on the ground.