Certification: Helicopter Class Rating

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Helicopter Class Rating is a rating placed on a pilot and/or flight instructor certificate. Candidates must hold a pilot certificate for operating a civil aircraft of the United States or a pilot certificate for operating a foreign-registered aircraft within the United States. Candidates must have received ground and flight training and pass a practical exam.

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 2 Year(s)

Advanced

The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher and has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years, or requires obtaining a ‘core’ level certification from the same organization.

  • This certification is related to military occupational specialties.