Universal Helicopters

Helicopter Flight Training	Doctorate in Aviation Science Awarded	NVG SCHOLARSHIP VISION AWARD CLICK HERE
Founded in 2000, Universal Helicopters has provided helicopter pilot training and flight instruction for people interested in careers in aviation; with Helicopter Flight School Locations in Scottsdale AZ, Prescott AZ, Dodge City KS, Salina KS, Provo UT.

prescott.erau.edu Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Video Prescott Arizona Campus		Arriving at Oshkosh 2012 Decision Height ILS 21L Prescott Embry Riddle's Ernie the Eagle 1st Lesson ERAU Site Aerial at 2012 Oshkosh Hovering Maneuvers Leaving the ramp - Prescott Lightning at PRC Meteor Crater Arizona Off Airport Landing On the ground - dusk Oshkosh 2012 Closing Fireworks Papillon Helicopters - Bell 407 - Grand Canyon Pinnacle Approach Prescott Air Traffic Control Tower R44 - Sedona Arizona Red Rock of Sedona Shiprock New Mexico UHI & ERAU UHI at 2012 HELI-EXPO Dallas HeliExpo 2013 - Las Vegas HeliExpo 2013 R22 BII N7536 - fly in to Las Vegas Convention Center UHI President - Dr. Gordon Jiroux William O'Hara - AV 8B Harrier Pilot first helicopter solo

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) has selected Universal Helicopters (UHI) as the exclusive provider of its Helicopter Flight Training Program to students at the University’s Prescott, Arizona campus. The ERAU/UHI agreement brings together the experience of two of the most respected names in aviation flight training.
Gateway Program with Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters Opens New Opportunities for Embry-Riddle Helicopter Students. An agreement between Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters, Universal Helicopters, and the Prescott campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has opened summer internships for helicopter flight specialty students and potential future flight positions for graduates. press release
UHI Inc. dba Universal Helicopters takes pride in offering the most highly advanced and exceptional professional helicopter flight training in the Robinson R22 Beta II and Robinson R44 Raven helicopters. President, Gordon Jiroux, and his flight instructors have set the standard for excellence in flight instruction around the world in the past, and will continue to do so.
We offer competitive Helicopter Pilot Training in the Robinson R22 and Robinson R44 for students wishing to obtain FAA Private through ATP certificates, Instrument, Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument certificates/ratings.
Add On programs for Airplane pilots - Private through ATP, CFI and CFII.
Turbine conversions.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality helicopter flight and ground training in the safest possible environment and in the shortest elapsed time. In the end analysis this results in the least cost for UHI students. It results in their entry into the professional helicopter pilot market with the highest possible qualifications from the leader in helicopter pilot training and with an excellent possibility of finding the best jobs in industry.
If you want to become a professional helicopter pilot in the shortest elapsed time and for the least total cost, come to Universal Helicopters.
We do not engage in any other activities as many other flight schools do, such as helicopter rentals, photographic flights, sightseeing flights, charters, tours, commercial operations, etc. Our sole business is to be the safest and best in the Helicopter Flight Training business.
We can build special individual training programs to suit your particular needs at your location at your convenience. We can also build a program to finish a certificate(s) or rating that you started but never finished - See our Training page
With five locations; Scottsdale AZ, Provo UT, Prescott AZ, Dodge City KS and Salina KS; Universal Helicopters offers a variety of terrain, scenery and weather conditions in which to train. This diversity of environments, coupled with a superior helicopter flight training program ultimately breeds a better, safer pilot.
Two Designated Pilot Examiners on Staff.
FAA Part 141 approved for: Private; Commercial; Instrument; Flight Instructor; Flight Instructor Instrument – Initial and Add-On Certificates/Ratings.
FAA Part 141 approved for: Turbine Conversion, Mountain & High Altitude; SFAR 73. 2. (b) (5) Instructor Endorsement for non R22 or R44 instructor pilots.
VA approved in Scottsdale & Prescott AZ, Provo UT, Dodge City & Salina KS.
International Citizens
- If you are a Non US Citizen wanting to obtain FAA Pilot Certificates, we can provide you with expert knowledge and assistance regarding your training whether you already have Certificates and Ratings from your own country or not.
- Since the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center 9/11/2001 the US Department of Homeland Security - Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP) requires that before any flight training is given, a Security Threat Assessment is made to ensure that you are not a threat to US aviation or national security. We can assist you to navigate this process.
- We are approved to provide qualified students with assistance to obtain M1 training Visas (SEVIS I-20).
- We do not train for JAA Certificates although we have a JAA Helicopter Flight Instructor on staff who can help with conversion and training questions.
Visiting Pilots
- We welcome all Helicopter certificated Pilots who just want to fly the R22 or R44, perhaps on vacation or to get some flight hours without training for FAA certificates. We will provide R22 and R44 flight time and a safety pilot at our published solo block rates if you call and reserve a minimum 5 hour flight block (see prices on our Training and Rates page).
We have knowledgeable, dedicated staff with extensive lending institution contacts to assist US students obtain loan financing for their helicopter training.
Degree Programs for Associates and Bachelors programs in conjunction with Embry Riddle University, Kansas State University and Dodge City Community College.

EARN YOUR UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE DEGREE IN AVIATION ADMINISTRATION AT UNIVERSAL HELICOPTERS through Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Kansas State University or through Dodge City Community College

See our University Degrees page for details or contact Gordon @ 1-866-I-FLY-UHI

Helicopter Flight Training