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Video: Off Airport Helicopter Training

One of the things that makes our helicopter training unique is the ability to conduct off airport operations and landings in some of the most picturesque settings that the Pacific Northwest offers.[…]

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Celebrating Success: Bryan Jeffers

Helicopter Foundation International’s 2017 Michelle North Scholarship for Safety Award has been presented to Bryan Jeffers, Hillsboro Aero Academy’s Helicopter Assistant Chief Instructor.

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Employee of the Month Phil Haupt

It’s time to announce our Employee of the Month. This award is given every month to an HAA employee who goes above and beyond his or her normal job duties demonstrating one of our core values – yes[…]

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Celebrating Success: Trent Vick

Hillsboro Aero Academy is pleased to recognize one of its own for winning the 2017 Appareo Pilot of the Year Award. This award, presented by Helicopter Association International, is given to an[…]

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Brazilian Flight Training Seminars

Join us a free informational seminar about flight training in the US. This is our 6th consecutive year hosting these seminars in Brazil and sharing information about the exciting opportunities[…]

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2017 HAA Safety Conference

In support of our holistic safety culture, we are dedicating an entire day to focusing specifically on safety. There will be no flight operations on Friday, January 6. Instead all employees and[…]

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Strong Airplane Pilot Forecast According to Boeing Report

617,000 - the number of new airline pilots needed between now and 2035, according to the Boeing Pilot and Technician Outlook. The infographic below illustrates some of the key points from that[…]

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Hillsboro Aero Academy and Horizon Air Launch Pilot Recruitment Program

Demand for professionally-trained airplane pilots is growing at a remarkable rate. The 2016 Boeing Pilot and Technician Outlook estimates the airline industry will need an additional 558,000[…]

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10 Reasons to Start Your Fly Carrer with Hillsboro Aero Academy?

When selecting a school for your flight training, there are a number of important considerations. Here are 10 of the top reasons why our students have selected Hillsboro Aero Academy to help them[…]

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Hillsboro Aero Academy Upgrades Airplane Fleet

We recently spoke with our students to find out what fleet improvements they would like to see. Based on their feedback, we have developed an upgrade plan that is already in work.

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