Helicopters are grouped variously as Group 1 (A or B), Group 2 and Group 3 based on their handling characteristics. Airbus AS350/ H125 is group 1B – “all single engine helicopters with turbine powered engines” (CAR12.1.1.2).
The syllabus for ground training as prescribed by the ATO shall be followed. The Scandinavian Aerospace Academy uses OSD (Operational Suitability Data) which is produced by Airbus and is approved
The syllabus for flying training as prescribed by the ATO shall be followed, Scandinavian Aerospace Academy follows training as given in CAR 12.6 below, with prior approval of flying syllabus by DGCA
Adequate credit shall be granted for military flying experience i.e. flying hours flown while in military service on aircraft of the same type or variant, in this case Airbus AS350/ H125
A system of vetting the flying experience shall be followed, wherein the flying experience submitted by the applicant shall be perused and vetted on a case to case basis for approval.
Specific exercises to be carried out during conversion training are given in the Flight Report format at Appendix CA 43 and are used by Scandinavian Aerospace Academy.
We conduct Skill Test / PPC and IT Check by Day/Night on SE helicopters- specific AS350/ 125 according to CA - 44 form published by DGCA. This form is filled in by the EASA examiner and sent back to India with you, which you must present to the Indian DGCA.
The level of qualification and the complexity of the type will determine the amount of practical training that may be accomplished in simulators, including completion of the skill test. Before undertaking the skill test, a student should demonstrate competency in the skill test items during the practical training.
In Scandinavian Aerospace Academy, we use worlds first EASA approved and qualified Visual Reality Flight Training Device FTD 3 (FAA Designation FTD 6/7) for Airbus AS350/ H125, which is also approved by Indian DGCA. And, AS350/ H125 helicopters.
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