About Tech Helicopters Pilot Training School
Tech Helicopters Flight Training School has been operating in the Prince George Area since 1996. Though primarily a flight training school we also take-on Charters and Contract work.
Tech Helicopters Ltd. is situated approximately 15 minutes from the Prince George International Airport on 310 acres. This large location ensures that our students can train in an environment that has minimal distractions allowing them to get comfortable with the aircraft before venturing into the Airport Control Zone. The surrounding areas are also used in the helicopter training lessons for navigation and cross-country flights. The Prince George International Airport provides the environment for Radio procedures and circuit training.
Our Helicopter Flight Instructor
With one chief flight instructor at Tech Helicopters you can be sure he will take every opportunity to pass on his vast range of experiences to each and every student.
GREG SANDERS Class 2 Instructor
21 Years Experience
Time: May 1996 to Present
Description: Owner/Operator of Tech Helicopters Ltd. operating Robinson R44 and two Robinson R-22's.
Duties: Training school and charter/contract work
Time: April 1993 to May 1996
Description:Base manager for Pacific Western Helicopters operating one of two Bell 206's out of Mackenzie, BC.
Duties: Primarily mining and forestry operations
Time: October 1990 to April 1993
Description: Base pilot for Northern Mountain Helicopters operating one of two Bell 206's out of Fort Nelson, BC.
Duties: Primarily gas field and forestry operations
Time: April to October 1990
Description: Capital Helicopters
Training Facilities
Flight Simulator Training
A Computerized flight simulator is used to aid in the flight training. Students have unlimited access to the use of the simulator which lets the students improve their flight skills at their convenience. The simulator includes full use of collective, cyclic, and pedals to aid in student's coordination with the controls of the RH-22 and the RH-44.
You can benefit from two hours a day in a simulator and it won't cost you a penny. This new system of training along with two hours in the helicopter is proving itself valuable. Students who have had the opportunity to spend time in the simulator prior to flight training have demonstrated the ability to fly and land the helicopter on their very first flight training session.
Accommodations
Your Home away from Home! Accommodations are available during your training at no additional cost and they are fully equipped with all the ammenities of home. We offer helicopter training, studying and living all at one convenient location.
Helicopter Fleet
We have expanded....AGAIN! R44 Raven II C-GNVB has arrived, straight from the Robinson Factory in Torrance, California. The newest addition to our fleet joins R44 II C-FTPG and R22 C-FNVA.
The Robinson R44 is quickly becoming a favourite in the training industry and in the job field. It offers a similiar performance value of a turbine helicopter at a economic price. The Raven II is designed for higher altitudes and increased payloads while maintaining a comfortable cruising speed of over 110 knots. Most students will find themselves starting their career, flying this helicopter.
The Robinson R22 is still currently the most commonly used aircraft for flight training. Designed by former Bell engineer Frank Robinson for folks who want to commute from their country homes in the woods to their jobs or businesses in the city. The RH-22 cruises fast and everything in the machine is designed to be as simple, lightweight, and maintenance-free as possible. It is truly the perfect entry level helicopter
We also offer helicopter pilot training on private aircrafts at a reduced rate for those individuals who own their own machine.
Our company currently holds an unsurpassed safety record in the helicopter flight school industry.
