Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter)

AVI50322

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the roles of flight crew personnel performing normal and emergency commercial pilot duties in support of commercial or Defence aviation flight operations.

Flight crew duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge to a wide range of air transport operations, including passenger, charter and cargo operations.

Individuals working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility in known or changing contexts and within broad but established parameters.

This qualification forms some of the requirements for certification as a commercial pilot by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 61 Flight crew licensing.

People seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA.

Occupations include:

  • Commercial helicopter pilot
  • Military helicopter pilot.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Conduct helicopter pre-solo exercises Core
Control helicopter during advanced manoeuvres Core
Implement aviation fatigue risk management processes Core
Implement threat and error management strategies Core
Licence to operate a commercial helicopter Core
Maintain aircraft radio communications Core
Manage abnormal situations and emergencies - helicopter Core
Manage aircraft passengers and cargo Core
Manage disruptive behaviour and unlawful interference with aviation Core
Operate at a controlled aerodrome Core
Operate at non-towered aerodromes Core
Operate helicopter on solo navigation flights Core
Operate helicopter solo in the circuit area Core
Operate in Class G airspace Core
Operate in controlled airspace Core
Apply aircraft safety procedures Elective
Command an aircraft in a multi-crew environment Elective
Conduct night vision imaging system operations Elective
Maintain and manage situational awareness as pilot in command Elective
Navigate aircraft under night visual flight rules Elective
Operate aircraft in the traffic pattern at night Elective
Operate aircraft using aircraft flight instruments Elective
Operate helicopter at low level Elective
Pilot a helicopter during external load operations Elective
Plan a flight under night visual flight rules Elective
Provide basic emergency life support Elective
Supervise and manage safe flight operations as pilot in command Elective
Undertake aircraft underwater escape and survival Elective

Job prospects

The Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter) sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Aeroplane Pilot

    ANZSCO 231111

    Aeroplane Pilots fly aeroplanes to transport passengers, mail and freight, or provide agricultural, aerial surveillance or other aviation services.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Flying Instructor

    ANZSCO 231113

    Flying Instructors teach the theory and practical skills of flying aircraft.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Helicopter Pilot

    ANZSCO 231114

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

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

Training providers delivering Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter)

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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