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As we often mention, helicopters provide vital support for operations around the world and even in the most remote setting, Antarctica, they are mission critical.

Weather is a large factor in operating any aircraft since it can obscure vision, blow the aircraft in a certain direction, and make it more difficult for it to remain in flight. A pilot cannot fly in[…]

Chances are, you’ve probably ridden an airplane and perhaps caught a glimpse of the landscape out of the little oval window. It’s one thing to go up into the sky in a closed-off cabin but it’s[…]

If you’re trying to become a pilot, getting a strong education is imperative to your success. The foundations of knowledge and safety learned during training will ensure you are prepared when it[…]

Information from our partner United Airlines about March interviews for the Aviate program.

United just announced the exclusive list of training partners for its Aviate program and Hillsboro Aero Academy is one of small number of approved flight schools for the program.

As with any vehicle, there are many forms of helicopters created for specific uses. Within the military, diverse categories exist according to the kinds of missions a helicopter must undergo, what[…]

Becoming a pilot is so much fun. You get to fly in the air like a bird. However, becoming a pilot is not a piece of cake. You have to learn the very difficult mechanism of a helicopter or an[…]

Hillsboro Aero Academy, is thrilled to announce our new collaboration with ADAC Luftrettung gGmbH (ADAC Air Rescue). Due to Germany’s increased need for emergency medical service pilots, ADAC[…]

Curious about the helicopter job market in the US right now? It's a hot topic of discussion for those in the industry and those considering a career as a helicopter pilot.