Tech Helicopters Flight Training

HELICOPTER PILOT TRAINING SCHOOL

Helicopter Training School Helicopter Pilot Training Your Helicopter Pilot Career Starts Here
Flight Simulator Training Helicopter Pilot School

The Buzz...

Well September is upon us and you can definitely feel it in the air! This last week has brought cooler temperatures with a crispness in the air which can only be identified with the changing of seasons.

It has been a quiet summer around the hangar with training wrapping up in May and both R44's out at work. Things will soon be back to routine, with our fall training course starting October. C-GNVB has been busy at work, getting "broke-in", she just received her 300 hour inspection!

About Tech Helicopters Pilot Training School

flight instructor Flight Instructor flight instructor Training Facilities flight instructor Helicopter Fleet

Our Helicopter FacilitiesTech 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.


Testimonial: “I really enjoyed training with Greg at Tech Helicopters Ltd. I was recommended Tech by a friend who is already in the aviation industry and was not disappointed. Greg’s experience made training and finding employment afterwards that much easier. I received my commercial licence in December 2006, after only 3 months of training, I immediately found employment. I would recommend Tech Helicopters Ltd. to any aspiring pilot because of Tech’s dedication to the highest safety standards, the great one on one instruction in an easy-to-learn environment and Greg’s knowledge of the aviation industry.”
- Nolan Beingessner

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 - Helicopter Pilot and Flight InstructorGREG SANDERS Class 2 Instructor
20 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

RH-22 HelicopterWe 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.