Becoming a Helicopter Pilot in Queensland

About this role

Helicopter Pilots fly helicopters to transport passengers, mail or freight, or provide agricultural, aviation or aerial surveillance services.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Helicopter Pilot include:

• prepares and submits flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance
• flies aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
• provides flight information for flight crews and air traffic services staff
• completes cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are acceptable for flight
• monitors aircraft performance and reports on mechanical condition.