Special Training Courses for pilots

HeliAir Academy offers you various special training courses to develop your skills to a higher level and make you more attractive to employers. The instructors for our special training courses fly all the different operations we offer to customers. The training courses we offer follows the exact same course curriculum we use for our own pilots to be able to perform the operations we conduct.

The courses are mainly carried out at our main base at Västerås airport and with a course schedule to suit every students needs and conditions. All our special training courses start with a proficiency check with one of our instructors who will conduct the training course with you.

By taking one of our special courses you will be more than just another pilot looking for a job, you will stand out from the crowd.

You didn't miss all the photos and movies we've published from some of our sling load operations did you!?
Have a look here!

Now, wouldn't it be really cool to try it out and maybe also drop some water with the Bambi Bucket?

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Power line inspections course

Our line inspections course will certify you and leave you completely prepared for inspection flights for the power industry. The course contains the following parts:
- Low flight
- Line inspection
- EBR

During inspection- and disturbance flights for the power industry, almost all flights are conducted below 500 feet, which places high demands on your low flight skills as well as your line inspection knowledge. Our training in line inspection includes the following elements:

Low flight

Theoretical training

General principle for low level flight
Wind and turbulence effects on the flight
Hill and obstacle crossing
Different weather phenomena impact on the flight
Emergency procedures

Practical Training

Constant altitude over terrain
Obstacle recognition and avoidance technique
Flights at various weather conditions
Emergency procedures

During the training, we also practice elements such as communications between the pilot and crew, risk assessment and helicopter performance minima...

Line inspection

During this part of the training, we cover the following topics:

Theoretical training

Review of warning signs and fault finding
Review of EBR Standard
Weather affecting the flight
Helicopter Limitations / Performance
Risk Awareness
Start and landing areas
Coordination and planning with crew member / Inspector
Other training regarding equipment
Familiarization of maps and computers to be used

Practical training

General flying on current aircraft
Low speed flying with high and low AUM
Low speed flying with obstacles, high power lines and varying terrain
Flying to and from the site, faults, observations on the power line
Inspection flying on double pole power lines
Inspection flying on larger single pole power lines
Inspection flying on other major power lines

This part of the training is designed to cover all the elements that you need to perform line inspection flights along with an inspector from the power industry.

EBR

An EBR training certificate is mandatory for everyone working in the Swedish power industry. It is developed by Svensk Energi, and contains all the parts you need to know to fly inspection flights on our distribution network for electricity in Sweden. HeliAir Sweden have permission to train pilots as well as inspectors under the EBR standards.

Sling load operations course, basic

During basic training in sling load operations, the following topics are included:
- Low flight
- Sling Load Operations (basic level)
- Bambi bucket (basic level firefighting)

During basic training in sling load operations, the following topics are included:

Low level flight

Theory

General principles for low level flight
The influence of wind and turbulence during low level flights
Passing heights and obstacles
Weather phenomena that have special influence at low flights
Emergency procedures

Practical training - Flight Training

Constant height above terrain
Recognition of obstacles and techniques for avoiding these
Operating in various weather conditions
Emergency procedures

During training in low level flight we also practice elements such as communications between the pilot and crew, risk assessment and helicopter minima...

Sling load operations, basic course

Theory

Preparations and procedures for sling load assignments
Handling and use of equipment
Review of HFM

Practical training - general sling loads

Lift and placement of sling loads
Take off and flight with sling loads
Adaptation of speed, cancellation of oscillating loads with various types of loads
Exercise in the initiation and flight into autorotation with load
Exercise routines at emergency release of cargo
Precision placement of the load with the guidance of land staff

Practical training - special areas

Flying with concrete berets
Fire fighting with bambi buckets

The two above special areas include all techniques and skill training parts for the safe operations of these aerial work activities, and leave you well prepared for executing these techniques in real situations.

Sling load operations course, advanced

The advanced course in sling load operations is the continuance of the basic course, including the following elements:
- Precision lift and docking of sections during construction work
- Long line techniques / vertical reference at high altitudes
- Flying with sling load and mirror (optional)

When commencing an advanced training course in sling load operations, we would like you to have passed the basic level training with us, or that you can demonstrate the equivalent skills, preferably combined with some sort of documentation.

Sling load operations, advanced level

Theory

Preparations and procedures for hanging load assignments - continued
Handling and use of specialized equipment
Review of HFM

Practical training - sling load operations, advanced level (general training)

Lift and placement of loads, high-precision
Placement of load with the guidance of ground staff
Placement of load solely by altitude reference and ground staff guidance

Practical training - specialized areas

Flying with longline - high altitude vertical reference
Docking of sections and components during construction
Flying with mirrors (optional, requires AS 350)

The training for the above aerial work types include all aspects and skills that can be considered mandatory for checking you out on the respective technique.

Mast construction, advanced

The mast construction course is intended for those who already have experience of working with sling loads, and want to move on to more advanced types of flight. The course includes:
- Installation of mast sections
- Removing mast sections
- Work and communication with the mast building crews

Mast Construction and assembly/disassembly of mast sections is regarded as highly advanced flight, and thus associated with high risks. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on the security of this type of flight, with advanced risk management and planning included.

Mast Construction, advanced level

Theory

Risk management, planning and preparations
Equipment and Use
Communicating with staff and mast builders
Various mast types, guide lines, foundations, etc.

Practical training - mast construction

Lifting and placement of loads
Height and distance assessment during flight with vertical reference only
Approach and disengagement
Installation of mast sections
Removal of mast sections

Each of the elements above contains a variety of considerations and requires advanced piloting skills. Virtually all of the work is directed by personnel on the ground or up in the masts, demanding your skills in flight with only vertical reference from height to be the very best. Our instructors are working themselves with all forms of mast construction, and will give you all the advice and tips you'll ever need during the course...

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Special Training Courses for pilots