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Hillsboro Aero Academy – Oregon, USA

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45+ Years
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What does professional pilot training really cost?

Transparent pricing overview for your training at Hillsboro Aero Academy in Oregon, USA. All costs at a glance – no hidden fees.

01Aircraft Type

Helicopter or airplane pilot?

02Program & Prior License

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Your Training Package

200 Flight Hours
approx. 18 months

Included Licenses & Ratings

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PPL(H)Private Pilot Certificate

Private helicopter pilot license

$27,709.00 In Package
60h Flug 35h Ground
55 Hours Dual (Robinson R22)
$21,835.00
5 Hours Solo (Robinson R22)
$1,670.00
35 Hours Ground School
$2,205.00
21 Hours Pre & Post Flight
$1,323.00
Computerized FAA Written Exam
$175.00
1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test
$501.00
Total$27,709.00
IR(H)Instrument Rating

Instrument flight rating

$17,573.00 In Package
35h Flug 30h Ground
35 Hours Dual (Robinson R22 IFR)
$13,895.00
30 Hours Ground School
$1,890.00
15 Hours Pre & Post Flight
$945.00
Computerized FAA Written Exam
$175.00
2 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test
$668.00
Total$17,573.00
CPL(H)Commercial Pilot Certificate

Commercial helicopter pilot license

$26,323.00 In Package
60h Flug 20h Ground
50 Hours Dual (Robinson R22)
$19,850.00
10 Hours Solo (Robinson R22)
$3,340.00
20 Hours Ground School
$1,260.00
19 Hours Pre & Post Flight
$1,197.00
Computerized FAA Written Exam
$175.00
1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test
$501.00
Total$26,323.00
CFICertified Flight Instructor 🛂 F1-Visum

Flight instructor qualification

$13,926.00 In Package
25h Flug 40h Ground
25 Hours Dual (Robinson R22)
$9,925.00
40 Hours Ground School
$2,520.00
10 Hours Pre & Post Flight
$630.00
Computerized FAA Written Exams
$350.00
1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test
$501.00
Total$13,926.00
CFIICertified Flight Instructor – Instrument

Instrument flight instructor

$4,022.00 In Package
7h Flug 6h Ground
7 Hours Dual (Robinson R22 IFR)
$2,779.00
6 Hours Ground School
$378.00
3 Hours Pre & Post Flight
$189.00
Computerized FAA Written Exam
$175.00
1.5 Hours Helicopter Rental for Practical Test
$501.00
Total$4,022.00
ATPL(H) Theory Course

Complete theory course for the European ATPL(H)

Exam Preparation

Targeted preparation for EASA theory exams

License Conversion

Support with FAA → EASA license conversion

Optional Upgrades

These additional qualifications can be optionally added.

Robinson R44 – SFAR 73

Flight instructor qualification for the Robinson R44 helicopter. FAA SFAR 73 requires 25h R44 – 12.5h are included in the program.

+$4,500.00
FAA Examination Fees

Practical exams (checkrides) with FAA examiner – paid directly to DPE

$700 – $900
FAA Medical Certificate

Aviation medical certificate (Class 1 or 2)

$150
Fuel Surcharge

Dependent on current fuel prices, adjusted when significant price changes occur

Annual Price Adjustment

Typically in November, based on actual operating costs

Weather

Winter weather can slow progress and lead to additional flight hours

per month

Accommodation

Shared room or apartment

$900/Mo.
Food & Groceries

Self-catering and occasional dining out

$400/Mo.
Transportation

Public transit or carpooling

$200/Mo.
Health Insurance

International health insurance for students

$150/Mo.
Total $1,650/Mo.

All prices are approximate. Actual costs may vary depending on individual training progress.
Last updated: 2026-02-01

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