Robinson R44 Transition Training Program for R22 pilots
Welcome to the Boston Helicopters R44 transition course outline. We are a helicopter flight school located outside Boston, Massachusetts. Our R44 transition course is designed to accommodate either pilots traveling from a distance to Boston on a fixed schedule or as an outline for local pilots. As an added feature, we have additional cross country flights for pilots with extra time who are looking to enjoy their R44 transition with the added benefits of a cross country excursion.
If you would like to include in your transition one of the cross country flights, we offer many destinations which will add to your Robinson R44 transition experience. Some of the destinations include:
New York City : We will fly into the Class Bravo, do the tour around the Statue of Liberty, and either land at a heliport or depart the area.
Mountains of New Hampshire : We will take you into the White Mountains via Route 93 and Franconia Notch, proceeding to the Mt. Washington Hotel. Prior arrangement is necessary and weather is always a factor.
If you are traveling from a distance, we recommend scheduling in advance (we will assist you with this process), allowing a minimum of 4 days for the Robinson R44 transition due to weather, mechanical, or any other factors which may occur in aviation. The actual training usually takes 2 days but it is nice to have the extra flexibility. There are many sights to see in the Boston area, whether by helicopter or by land. We will also be happy to assist in arranging ground transportation and/or shuttle from the airport, as well as guidance to the many local hotels. Call us at 978-689-7600 for more information.
The Transition Course consists of the following - included as per SFAR 73:
(A) Enhanced training in autorotation procedures;
(B) Engine rotor RPM control without the use of the governor;
(C) Low rotor RPM recognition and recovery; and
(D) Effects of low G maneuvers and proper recovery procedures.
Here is our recommended schedule for the Robinson R44 transition training:
Pre-Arrival
Review your qualifications/needs with our staff
Order the Robinson R44 POH for study
We will email our SFAR Quiz required for completion
Day 1 (may be 2 flights)
SFAR review
TSA and flight school paperwork
Aircraft preflight and familiarization
POH review (to enhance prior reading)
Hovering
Pattern work
Pickups & setdow
Max performance departures
Steep approaches
Air taxi procedures
Rapid deceleration
Autorotations
Day 2 (may be 2 flights)
Question & answer session with our maintenance staff
Maximum glide autorotations
180 degree autorotations
Low rotor RPM
Governor failure
Systems emergencies
Hydraulic system
Review ground questions and complete the SFAR quiz
Celebrate!
Dinner and the local sights!
Basically, your Robinson R44 transition includes almost everything in the Practical Test Standards Guide, minus a few maneuvers.
We cannot guarantee 5 hours as a checkout time, but we will try our best to accommodate your schedule. We also recommend scheduling in advance if you are traveling. We prefer to reserve the aircraft for the entire day for travel students to ensure flight time.
Welcome to the Boston Helicopters R44 transition course outline. We are a helicopter flight school located outside Boston, Massachusetts. Our R44 transition course is designed to accommodate either pilots traveling from a distance to Boston on a fixed schedule or as an outline for local pilots. As an added feature, we have additional cross country flights for pilots with extra time who are looking to enjoy their R44 transition with the added benefits of a cross country excursion.
If you would like to include in your transition one of the cross country flights, we offer many destinations which will add to your Robinson R44 transition experience. Some of the destinations include:
New York City : We will fly into the Class Bravo, do the tour around the Statue of Liberty, and either land at a heliport or depart the area.
Mountains of New Hampshire : We will take you into the White Mountains via Route 93 and Franconia Notch, proceeding to the Mt. Washington Hotel. Prior arrangement is necessary and weather is always a factor.
If you are traveling from a distance, we recommend scheduling in advance (we will assist you with this process), allowing a minimum of 4 days for the Robinson R44 transition due to weather, mechanical, or any other factors which may occur in aviation. The actual training usually takes 2 days but it is nice to have the extra flexibility. There are many sights to see in the Boston area, whether by helicopter or by land. We will also be happy to assist in arranging ground transportation and/or shuttle from the airport, as well as guidance to the many local hotels. Call us at 978-689-7600 for more information.
The Transition Course consists of the following - included as per SFAR 73:
(A) Enhanced training in autorotation procedures;
(B) Engine rotor RPM control without the use of the governor;
(C) Low rotor RPM recognition and recovery; and
(D) Effects of low G maneuvers and proper recovery procedures.
Here is our recommended schedule for the Robinson R44 transition training:
Pre-Arrival
Review your qualifications/needs with our staff
Order the Robinson R44 POH for study
We will email our SFAR Quiz required for completion
Day 1 (may be 2 flights)
SFAR review
TSA and flight school paperwork
Aircraft preflight and familiarization
POH review (to enhance prior reading)
Hovering
Pattern work
Pickups & setdow
Max performance departures
Steep approaches
Air taxi procedures
Rapid deceleration
Autorotations
Day 2 (may be 2 flights)
Question & answer session with our maintenance staff
Maximum glide autorotations
180 degree autorotations
Low rotor RPM
Governor failure
Systems emergencies
Hydraulic system
Review ground questions and complete the SFAR quiz
Celebrate!
Dinner and the local sights!
Basically, your Robinson R44 transition includes almost everything in the Practical Test Standards Guide, minus a few maneuvers.
We cannot guarantee 5 hours as a checkout time, but we will try our best to accommodate your schedule. We also recommend scheduling in advance if you are traveling. We prefer to reserve the aircraft for the entire day for travel students to ensure flight time.