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A career as a professional helicopter pilot begins with the right foundation of knowledge and flight experience. LEFA students have the opportunity to complete helicopter flight training while earning an Associate of Applied Science degree in Aviation Science through Central Oregon Community College (COCC). This partnership provides a well-rounded approach to aviation education, combining academic… Continue reading The Benefits of Completing Your Associate of Applied Science Degree in Aviation Science While Training to Fly Helicopters

Starting commercial pilot ground school is a defining moment in every aspiring aviator’s journey. This stage builds the foundation for advanced flight training by covering complex regulations, navigation systems, meteorology, and aerodynamics. For many students, it can feel like an overwhelming volume of material. With the right approach, though, ground school becomes a manageable and… Continue reading How to Succeed in Commercial Pilot Ground School

In aviation, safety and reliability are built on one foundation: maintenance. For helicopter pilots and operators, the performance of an aircraft depends on the precision and expertise behind every inspection, repair, and overhaul. LEFA helicopter maintenance is handled with the same level of care and professionalism that goes into training future aviators. This attention ensures… Continue reading How Helicopter Maintenance Keeps Operations Moving

In some of the most rugged and isolated corners of the world, helicopters serve as the lifeline for essential industries. Mining, forestry, and oil operations often take place in terrain where traditional ground transport is impossible. These high-demand environments depend on helicopter pilots to move people, deliver supplies, and handle external loads with speed and… Continue reading Why Helicopter Pilots Are Essential for Remote Operations Jobs in Mining, Forestry, and Oil

Across the country, bridges, pipelines, power lines, and communication towers form the unseen framework that keeps daily life functioning. These systems, classified as critical infrastructures, require consistent monitoring to ensure safety and uninterrupted service. Helicopter pilots play a vital role in supporting these operations. They offer a unique and efficient vantage point to inspect assets… Continue reading The Helicopter Pilot’s Role in Monitoring Critical Infrastructures