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At Hillsboro Heli Academy, we're committed to helping our students achieve their aviation dreams, no matter where in the world they want to fly. Recently Director of Helicopter Operations, Jared[…]

Curious about pilot salaries and wondering, “how much do pilots make?” We get right to the point: pilots can earn from $60,000 to $300,000 annually depending on their position, airline, and[…]

Hillsboro Aero Academy, a global leader in airplane and helicopter pilot training, proudly announces the acquisition of 10 new Piper aircraft, comprising five Archer TX and five Pilot 100i models.[…]

Are you intrigued by the exciting world of helicopter aviation but curious about the job outlook for helicopter pilots? The surprising fact is there's a substantial shortage of qualified pilots in[…]

For all of you helicopter enthusiasts out there, you have to check out this article by Daniel Bachmann entitled “5 Innovative New Helicopters That Are Coming to the Skies.” He breaks down of the[…]

Did you know that Hillsboro Aero Academy is a United Aviate partner flight school? It’s true! That means that if you are a student or instructor at Hillsboro Aero then you are eligible to apply to[…]

It’s been just over one year since a Sikorsky S-76 crashed in Calabasas, California killing nine individuals including famous basketball player Kobe Bryant. On February 9th, 2021 the NTSB issued a[…]

When trying to determine future demand for pilots, one of the resources we turn to is the Boeing: Pilot and Technician Outlook. This report looks at long-term pilot demand over the next 20 years and[…]

As the Talent Acquisition Manager for Hillsboro Aero Academy, I can attest to the current competitive market. Pre-pandemic, the industry was booming with pilot jobs in every sector and the shortage[…]

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.