Oil Industry-Ready JAA Instrument Rating Course

It used to be that having an instrument rating would effectively guarantee you a well-paid job flying offshore. However, in these days when the oil industry is contracting due to the current economic situation and reduced oil prices, this is no longer the case. The more relevant training and experience gained by a pilot, the better the chance of successfully securing employment.

Dragon Helicopters have therefore developed this Oil Industry-Ready JAA Instrument Rating Course, comprising:
• instrument rating conducted on industry-standard workhorse AS365 Dauphin;
• helicopter underwater escape training;
• 10 rig platform landings.

The IR course, which includes the AS365 type rating and 10 oil rig platform landings, consists of:
• a minimum 40 hours tuition in a FNPT II flight simulator;
• 10 hours instrument flying in an IFR AS365.

The course cost depends on whether this is your first twin type or whether you already have a twin on your licence:
Total IR course cost with initial twin rating 49,400 Euros (£45,100*).
Total IR course cost with additional twin rating 40,400 euros (£36,900*).
Any additional simulator time or flight training required will be charged at the standard hourly rate.

Helicopter Underwater Escape Training
We recommend adding a basic offshore safety three-day course, which includes helicopter underwater escape training. This is attractive to potential employers as it reduces costs and the training time required before the pilot can begin work. The training meets the UK and Danish sectors offshore oil and gas exploration and production requirements.
Total Cost £632.50.

*Prevailing exchange rate at time of course purchase will apply. All course costs include VAT where applicable.