HELICOPTERS

5505 East Rutter Avenue No. 301

Spokane, Washington 99212

509.534.9114

Inland helicopters will prepare you for your future in helicopter aviation by steering you down a path for a successful career.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

1. • law enforcement
   

2. • EMS
   

3. • fire fighting
   

4. • logging
   

5. • off-shore
   

6. • corporate transport
   

7. • border patrol
   

8. • fish and wildlife counts
   

9. • instruction
   

10. • long-lining
    

11. • pipeline/power line patrol
    

12. • agricultural work
    

13. • news gathering
    

14. • tours/sightseeing
    

15. • movies
    

16. • search and rescue
    

17. • and many more...

WHY FLY HELICOPTERS?

Flying helicopters is a fun and exciting career.  It offers the possibility to see the world from a birds-eye view.  Each day proves to be a new adventure, and the adrenaline rush never stops after your first experience in a helicopter.  Being a pilot also gives you the opportunity to make a difference through the many exciting jobs available.  The demand for pilots is continuously increasing, creating job security and opening up more and more possibilities. 

INCOME POTENTIAL

Helicopter Pilot Salary

US National Average

10th%         25th%        75th%        90th%

$55,677

$68,115

$103,725

$123,703

data courtesy www.salary.com

November 2008 figures

Typically, students work as a flight instructor or a second-in-command after completing the necessary training. It allows you to start earning money while building your flight time.  Helicopter pilot salaries will vary depending on your accumulated flight time and experience. Becoming a helicopter pilot allows you to begin earning money much faster than many other career options.