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Utah Helicopter Training School Earns Part 141 Status

Saturday, May 14th, 2011
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Mountain Ridge Helicopters in Logan, Utah announced Friday the school has been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to offer FAR Part 141 Certified Pilot Training. The helicopter school offers private, commercial and flight Instructor certification, all of which are now available under Part 141, a rigorous program in which a student’s instruction is regimented and structured to provide the most comprehensive training available.

According to a company press release, the school will hold a celebration on May 21st in conjunction with National Learn to Fly Day at their location at Logan/ Cache Airport in Logan, Utah. Introductory flights will be available for $59 and hands-on demonstrations will be offered to give attendees a “real world” feel of being a helicopter pilot. The school also will supply lunch to visitors.

According to the company website, “Mountain Ridge Helicopters was purchased in August of 2005 by Vaughn and Jean Carlston. The Carlstons have been business entrepreneurs for over 20 years in the Salt Lake Valley and are aviation enthusiasts. Vaughn built his first helicopter over 10 years ago. Purchasing the school became a way for the Carlstons to combine their business savvy with their passion for helicopters. They compiled a staff of professional aviators who have an ingrained desire to teach, innovative administrators who are financially knowledgeable and hands on in order to aid in the production of incredible pilots and a memorable flight instruction experience.”

Mountain Ridge Helicopters is also an authorized Robinson Service Center and a CATS testing facility.

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For more information please visit MountainRidgeHeli.com or call 435-752-3828

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ACCSC Honors Upper Limit Aviation as “School of Distinction”

Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

Upper Limit Aviation is now an ACCSC School of Distinction.

The Accrediting Commission for Career Schools and Colleges, which accredits education programs at private colleges and career schools, recently awarded Upper Limit Aviation status as a School of Distinction for its helicopter flight training program. The ACCSC award is presented “to recognize ACCSC-accredited institutions that have demonstrated a commitment to the expectations and rigors of accreditation as well as a commitment to delivering quality educational programs” says Michael McComis, Executive Director of ACCSC. The award was presented to Upper Limit Aviation in the fall at the 2010 Professional Development Conference Awards Ceremony.

Upper Limit Aviation, based at Salt Lake International Airport in Utah, operates a helicopter flight school. They offer both Part 141 and Part 61 helicopter flight training programs for ratings from Private to Instrument Flight Instructor. They have also partnered with Salt Lake Community College to offer students the option of enrolling in an Associate of Science Degree or Commercial Certificate of Completion in the Professional Pilot program. Additionally, they offer VA approved courses allowing up to 100% GI Bill benefit coverage for eligible students. According to Lois Reid, co-founder and school director, “It is our mission to create a solid program that is unlike anything in the flight training community.”

Upper Limit Aviation currently offers 13 Federal Aviation Regulation Part 141 approved flight training courses, which allows them to train international students and reduce the number of flight hours required for U.S. students. Additionally, Upper Limit operates a Part 135 on demand Air Carrier to perform various contracts including utility work, aerial surveys, and fire suppression.

For more information on Upper Limit Aviation please see our featured school page.

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Sources: Upper Limit Aviation Receives ACCSC ‘School of Distinction’ Award
This article was written by Matthew Everett, a private pilot, aviation writer, and frequent contributor to AviationSchoolsOnline.com. You can follow him on twitter @leaving_tf or find his blog at http://leavingterrafirma.com.
Sources: Upper Limit Aviation Receives ACCSC ‘School of Distinction’ Award

http://www.helihub.com/2010/11/08/upper-limit-aviation-receives-accsc-school-of-distinction-award/

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Flight School Donates Helicopter to Arizona Sheriff’s Office

Friday, October 29th, 2010

Guidance Helicopter School has donated a Robinson R44 to an Arizona sheriff's office.

During a recent meeting, the Cottonwood Arizona Board of Supervisors approved Guidance Helicopter School’s donation of a Robinson R44 Raven to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office.

The approval was the final step in a months-long process during which Sheriff Steve Waugh and John Stonecipher, President and CEO of Guidance Helicopter School, have worked tirelessly on transferring the aircraft, based at the Prescott airport, to the YCSO.

The helicopter, valued at $180,000, requires a complete overhaul, but it is expected to begin service within 4 months. Even with the cost of the overhaul, the sheriff’s office is saving more than half the cost of a new aircraft. According to the YCSO, funds for the overhaul has come from a Public Safety Stabilization Program grant and drug seizures.

Once the overhaul is complete, the 4-seat helicopter will be put into service conducting high altitude rescue operations. It will be primarily operated as a backup for the Ranger, already in operation by the Department of Safety, when time or money dictate.

Under the agreement established with the county, Guidance will provide certified pilots for the YCSO who will provide any additional personnel.

This is an exciting addition to this department that will certainly expand their abilities. Additionally, the Robinson R44 Raven-a specially-equipped, piston helicopter-will likely save the department a significant amount of money on operations that don’t require the larger, more expensive Ranger that has previously been their only option. As time progresses, YCSO personnel will most likely undertake flight training at Guidance, further solidifying the relationship between the two organizations.

For more information on helicopter flight training and choosing the right school, check out our Helicopter Training Resource Center or find helicopter training near you.

Sources: Guidance Helicopter Donates Robinson R44 Raven To YCSO
This article was written by Matthew Everett, a private pilot, aviation writer, and frequent contributor to AviationSchoolsOnline.com. You can follow him on twitter @leaving_tf or find his blog at http://leavingterrafirma.com.

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Florida Tech Announces Helicopter Pilot Degree Program

Friday, May 7th, 2010
By Kyle Garrett – AviationSchoolsOnline.com

Aspiring helicopter pilots can now earn a four-year degree and attend professional helicopter training simultaneously at Florida Tech in Melbourne, FL. The new program, a joint venture between Florida Tech and Bristow Academy, will produce commercial helicopter pilots with instrument ratings who hold degrees in aviation management.

According to Steve Cusick, the college’s helicopter program director, Post 9/11 GI-Bill veterans could be able to fund the entire program through their benefits and should contact the school for more information.

Florida Tech is only one of a handful of universities offering a four year degree combined with helicopter pilot training. Other programs include those offered by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Arizona and the University of North Dakota.

For more details, please see the full article at FloridaToday.com.

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