Day 1
Intro & System Basics
23 lessons
Introduction, Resources, Helicopter System Basics, Magnetos, Engines, Transmissions, Main/Tail Rotor systems and so much more!
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21-Day Private Pilot Helicopter Course
Private Pilot Helicopter Ground School
Everything for the FAA private helicopter written test and checkride oral, in 550 lessons plus quizzes. We help ordinary people with no experience become helicopter pilots.
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550lessons plus quizzes
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$349or 3 payments of $129
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Instant lifetime access, $349 or 3 × $129.
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Learn at your pace
550 lessons plus quizzes, and Study Sheets.
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Earn your wings
Walk into your written test and checkride oral prepared.
"Ryan has a way of explaining sometimes difficult concepts in a simple way by breaking them down, using analogies and humor. Ryan is knowledgeable and quick to answer my questions. Over all a fantastic course and I am grateful for his guidance!"
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Access 550 lessons plus quizzes
in bite-sized pieces that you can study at your own pace, on your own time.
20
Years as a CFI
Ryan was a certified flight instructor for 20 years, including 4 years teaching Army 95-1 standards as an instructor pilot. Over 2,100 hours of dual instruction given. Also author of the Helicopter Oral Exam Guide and the Helicopter Maneuvers Manual (ASA).
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Lifetime access
No expiration, no annual fee.
Flexible learning
Self-paced: study on your own schedule.
Personalized support
Questions? Email me or we can hop on a quick free call (separate from paid tutoring).
Study Sheets included
I've done the work of figuring out exactly what you need to know for the written exam and checkride. Print them, write on them, take them to the flight school.
What people are saying
"Ryan's Private Helicopter Ground School course was a game-changer for me, he made it easy to understand. I easily passed my checkride and feel confident as a pilot. Highly recommend it to anyone serious about learning helicopters!"
"Investing in Ryan's Private Helicopter Ground School course was the best decision. The course is detailed, well-structured, and incredibly informative. The study sheets were super helpful for the checkride."
"While I haven't completed the course, I'm amazed at the number of lessons. So far Ryan has done a good job teaching and I enjoy his humor. So far I'm satisfied with my decision."
"Ryan is an exceptional instructor who goes above and beyond for his students. His passion for flying is infectious, and his lessons are always clear and engaging. He truly cares about his students' success, making learning a joy rather than a chore."
Why this course hits different
I paid $3,500+ on private ground school. This course is $349.
And I'm not guessing at what matters. I wrote the Helicopter Oral Exam Guide and the Helicopter Maneuvers Manual, published by ASA. I put the same care into this course.
Get Instant Lifetime Access$349 one time, or 3 payments of $129. 7-day money-back guarantee.
$3,500+Ryan paid for private ground school
$349for the 21-Day course, lifetime
7-Day 100% Money-Back Guarantee
If you go through the course and don't feel it was worth every dollar, just let me know within 7 days and I'll refund you in full. No questions asked.
To request a refund, contact [email protected]
So what's in the course?
21 days, 22 modules, one clear plan
One module a day for 21 days, plus a bonus checkride prep module. Or go at your own pace.
Day 2
Instruments
21 lessons
Helicopter engine, fuel, pitot static, gyroscopic, magnetic instrumentation, OAT Gauge, Carb Temp Gauge and so much more!
Day 3
Aerodynamics Basics
42 lessons
Airfoils, Aerodynamic Forces, Lift Principles, Newton's Laws, L/D Max, Translating Tendency, Gyroscopic Precession and more!
Day 4
Aerodynamic Hazards
41 lessons
Overview, Low RPM Rotor Stall, Vortex Ring State, Dynamic Rollover, Ground Resonance, Mast Bumping, Retreating Blade Stall and more!
Day 5
Weight and Balance
16 lessons
Overview, Definitions, Basic Empty Weight, Maximum Gross Weight, Limitations, C.G., Computational, Loading Graphs and more!
Day 6
R22 & R44 Specific Systems
35 lessons
R22/R44 Engines, Oil, Main/Tail Rotor, Controls, Clutch Actuator, Fuel, Electrical, Audio, EMU, Landing Gear, ADS-B Equipment and much more!
Day 7
Weather Theory
27 lessons
Atmosphere, Heat and Temperature, Water Vapor, Wind, Air Masses and Fronts, Stability, Icing, Turbulence, Thunderstorms and much more!
Day 8
Weather Information
25 lessons
ATIS, AWOS, ASOS, METARs, TAFs, PIREPs, FSS, AIRMETs, Briefings and much more!
Day 9
Airspaces
22 lessons
Class A, B, C, D, E, G, Restricted, Prohibited, MTRs, SUAs, TFRs and much more!
Day 10
Navigation Basics
53 lessons
Charts, Variation, Deviation, Compass Errors, Lat/Long, Pilotage, and much more!
Day 11
Flight Planning
38 lessons
Flight Plan Overview, Radio Navigation, VORs, GPS, Airport Operations, ATC Radio Communications and much more!
Day 12
Airport Markings
24 lessons
Runway/Taxiway Markings, Signs, LAHSO ops, Lighting, Beacons, VASI and much more!
Day 13
Aeromedical Overview
24 lessons
Night vision, Visual Illusions, Hypoxia, Hyperventilation and much more!
Day 14
Aeronautical Decision Making
17 lessons
I.M.S.A.F.E., P.A.V.E., 3P Model, SA, Risk Management, Controlled Flight Into Terrain (CFIT), Hazardous Attitudes & Antidotes, ACs and much more!
Day 15
FAR Part 61
24 lessons
Applicability, Definitions, Alcohol & Drugs, Medical Certificates, Tests, Certificates, Aeronautical Knowledge and much more!
Day 16
FAR Part 91
49 lessons
Applicability, Definitions, PIC, Airworthiness, Preflight, Right-of-way, Speeds, Manual, Marking, & Placards and much more!
Day 17
NTSB 830 & Inspections
25 lessons
NTSB 830, MMEL, Form 337 & STCs, 91.213, 100-Hour, Annual Inspections, Requirements, ADs, Service Bulletins and much more!
Day 18
Intro to Maneuvers
22 lessons
Preflight, Engine Starting, Taxiing, Landing, Climbs/Descents, Turns, Go-Arounds, Acceleration/Deceleration and much more!
Day 19
Performance Maneuvers
10 lessons
Max Performance T/O, Running T/O, Quick Stops, Confined Areas, Pinnacle/Platform Operations, High/Low Recon and much more!
Day 20
Emergency Maneuvers
7 lessons
Straight-In, 180-Auto, Hovering Auto, Low RPM, Vortex Ring State (Settling with Power) and much more!
Day 21
Final Quiz and What's Next
3 lessons
Final Quiz, Course Conclusion, Resources!
Bonus
Checkride Prep
4 lessons
Written Test Prep, Before showing up, Ground portion, and Flight Portion.
A few questions I hear a lot
Will this replace my actual flight training?
No, and it's not supposed to. You still need a certified flight instructor and logged flight hours to earn your certificate. What this course does is make sure you show up to every flight lesson prepared. Students who understand the theory before they fly pick it up faster, spend less on flight hours, and perform better on their checkride. Think of it as the ground school your flight school should have given you.
Is this enough to pass the FAA written exam and oral?
The 21-Day Course is built directly around what the ACS requires. I wrote the Helicopter Oral Exam Guide, so I know what a thorough oral looks like. What I can't control is how much time you put in. Students who work through the material and use the study sheets are well prepared.
What if it doesn't work for me?
Then I'll refund every dollar. You have 7 days from purchase, no questions asked. I'd rather give you your money back than have a student who isn't getting value from the course. That's never happened to me in 20+ years of flight instruction, but the guarantee is there because I mean it.
$349one time
or 3 payments of $129 · Lifetime access
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