I was on the UK's first PPL ground school intensive course delivered in just 5-days by Ice Helicopters at London Elstree aerodrome EGTR!

Listen now to find out more about why I decided to take the PPL ground school training course to convert from aeroplanes to helicopters, the private pilot exam training received on each day, how 200 hours of pilot training was crammed into just 5 days, my brutally honest feedback on the course structure and the all-important results from the students who took some or all of the CAA PPL helicopter exams.

This is a must-listen for all private pilot student pilots currently going through aviation ground school for either aeroplanes or helicopters!

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In this episode, I mentioned a few resources and people to follow:

1) Visit Ice Helicopters website

2) Follow Ice Helicopters on Instagram

3) Follow Jordane on Instagram the head of ground school training at ice helicopters.

4) Follow The Flying Mum on Instagram

5) Follow Becca Forman on Instagram

6) Aviator Hotel at Farnborough Airport

Subscribe & Listen to learn more about helicopter pilot ground school training requirements in the UK with Aaron Henriques.

Aaron talks about...

» How and why I decided to choose Ice Helicopters for my PPL(H) helicopter ground school training

» What 9 exams you need to take to pass for your PPL(H) helicopter pilot license in the UK

» Why you won't need to take all of the exams if you already have a UK issued PPL(A) pilot license for aeroplanes

» The expected costs of helicopter PPL(H) pilot training and more to follow!

Visit Ice Helicopters based at Elstree aerodrome in London: https://www.icehelicopters.com/

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The UK CAA is changing the rules for FAA private pilot license holders living in the United Kingdom. 

Hear why you may now need a UK part-FCL license to continue to fly planes (including multi-engine) and helicopters in the United Kingdom.

You can see the full information on this link:

https://www.caa.co.uk/Commercial-industry/Pilot-licences/Non-UK-licences/Recognition-of-ICAO-third-country-licences-in-UK-airspace/

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The British government and CAA have announced the key dates for private pilots and student pilots to recommence flying training after lockdown.

Listen in for the key dates!

Full document here: http://bit.ly/2Odei35

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DISCLAIMER: (Because I have to really...)

I'm only sharing my own personal experiences and beliefs which may not always be 100% accurate but I will try to make it as accurate as possible. You should seek advice from professional sources yourself and not try to sue me or anything if it doesn’t work out for you in the same way as it has for me or any guests on the podcast!

Some great news for student private pilots in the UK! I answer a question from a podcast listener about the type of iPad to buy after completing pilot training to use with Foreflight or Skydemon. The type of GPS receiver to use and there's news on the CAA electronic conspicuity device rebate scheme! Tune in to find out more... it's going to be a good one!

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DISCLAIMER: (Because I have to really...)

I'm only sharing my own personal experiences and beliefs which may not always be 100% accurate but I will try to make it as accurate as possible. You should seek advice from professional sources yourself and not try to sue me or anything if it doesn’t work out for you in the same way as it has for me or any guests on the podcast!

With the recent announcement from Boris Johnson about the lockdown restrictions ending over the coming months, your flight training school are likely to be reopening very soon.

Check out the dates and timeline in this super short episode!

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DISCLAIMER: (Because I have to really...)

I'm only sharing my own personal experiences and beliefs which may not always be 100% accurate but I will try to make it as accurate as possible. You should seek advice from professional sources yourself and not try to sue me or anything if it doesn’t work out for you in the same way as it has for me or any guests on the podcast!

Hey I’m Aaron Henriques, a British night rated aeroplane private pilot, doing my professional flight training and learning for my helicopter PPL. You can find me on Instagram @AaronHenray. I’m also a british business person and here to share an honest account of my flying journey with you! 

I record this on my iPhone and there will be very little (or no) editing, so be prepared for the odd slip-up or swear! If you’re easily offended… find another podcast. Thanks!

In This Episode...

I give an update on general aviation flying in the UK during coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown and why I changed to Austro control for the ATPL professional pilot exams.

I talk about the Sky Echo 2 by uAvioni purchased from Transair Flight Equipment, the eligibility rules and timelines for you to claim your rebate. Also about how the Sky Echo 2 can help to keep you safer as a general aviation pilot.

What are your thoughts on Sky Echo 2? Have you flown with it yet? Let me know on my Instagram post.

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Want to know more?

Follow me on Instagram @AaronHenray and see my latest aviation videos and pictures.

Do you have a story to share? Something you’d like to hear on this podcast? Why not get in touch! Message me on Instagram @AaronHenray

DISCLAIMER: (Because I have to really...)

I'm only sharing my own personal experiences and beliefs which may not always be 100% accurate but I will try to make it as accurate as possible. You should seek advice from professional sources yourself and not try to sue me or anything if it doesn’t work out for you in the same way as it has for me or any guests on the podcast!

I've been speaking with Bristol Ground School about making the switch to them after leaving the ATPL full-time ground school.

It's not 100% clear on the future of ATPL exams taken in the UK and I have a few questions. 

I've shared the process and cost of changing from full-time to BGS ATPL training courses which is more expensive than you may think.

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Hey I’m Aaron Henriques, a British night rated aeroplane private pilot, doing my professional flight training and learning for my helicopter PPL. You can find me on Instagram @AaronHenray. I’m also a british business person and here to share an honest account of my flying journey with you! 

I record this on my iPhone and there will be very little (or no) editing, so be prepared for the odd slip-up or swear! If you’re easily offended… find another podcast. Thanks!

💰 Want to help Aaron keep producing this podcast? Leave a Tip of any amount here https://aaronhenriques.com/tip

Want to know more?

Follow me on Instagram @AaronHenray and see my latest aviation videos and pictures.

DISCLAIMER: (Because I have to really...)

I'm only sharing my own personal experiences and beliefs which may not always be 100% accurate but I will try to make it as accurate as possible. You should seek advice from professional sources yourself and not try to sue me or anything if it doesn’t work out for you in the same way as it has for me or any guests on the podcast!