**On his first Discovery flight!**
“Flying a helicopter like the R22 is an amazing experience. I’ve flown fixed wing aircraft before, but this was truly my best flight yet. My instructor, Heather Howley, was also amazing. She had me flying the helicopter within minutes of strapping into the pilot’s seat. I learned a great deal during my lesson and look forward to getting my pilot’s license under her instruction.” ~ Matt
"I trained with Heather Howley and we worked for the same helicopter company. During that time I came to know her both personally and professionally. Heather is a great pilot and an instructor who understands the subject matter in depth and is able to teach it in an easy to understand manner. But what really separates Heather from other instructors is her dedication to her students. She is not here to build her time; Heather will be there every step of the way to help you reach your goals so.... Dream big!" ~ Shane Espinoza, CFII (Colorado Springs, CO)
"I am a Commercial fixed wing pilot and flight instructor for the past 34 years and decided to become a dual rated airplane/helicopter pilot. Needless to say that with my experience, an absolute requirement of mine is that my helicopter training needed to be a professionally prepared, scenario based syllabus that was cost and time effective and, the training was complete in all respects. Heather Howley and Independent Helicopters filled my requirements. The training syllabus was well prepared with an emphasis on safety and emergency procedures. In just a few months, I was able to complete my helicopter rating. I would highly recommend Heather and Independent for any Helicopter training, she is a very talented and skillful instructor/pilot." ~ Neil W., Commercial Pilot, Single and Multi Engine Land/Sea, Instrument Airplane, Private Helicopter, Certificated Flight Instructor, Airplane Single and Multi Engine, Instrument, Ground Instructor, FAA-Safety Team Representative
Simulator Testimonial
"When I decided to learn to fly helicopters I put together my own Heli Chair and SIM running Microsoft Simulator. It helped me tremendously, but it still wasn't like the real thing. When I learned that Independent Helicopters was getting their own FAA approved Simulator I was the first on line to give it a try. After my first 30 minute session, I was sold on it! It's response and performance are just like the real thing. The SIM sessions have increased my flying skills beyond all my expectations. After just 4 hours of actual flight time in the helicopter I am doing full control lift offs, touch downs and hovers. I have decided to do 30 minutes of SIM time before each 1 hour lesson as it gives me time to loosen up and relax before each real flight!" ~ Gerry Goyette, Student Pilot