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Flight Instruction
Learning to fly is an exciting and exhilarating experience. Working your way through the program to become an instructor, build your hours, and become a commercial pilot will change your life.
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Charter
Independent Helicopters employs professionals whose task is to escort these individuals in comfort, style, luxury and on time. Flying a helicopter is the best form of transportation in and around the metro areas.
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Aerial Photography
Independent Helicopters takes you to rooftop level, so you can get sunset shots never before seen of New York.
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Utility Inspection
An Independent Helicopters pilot flies a utility inspector along wire and pipeline routes to inspect services from the air taking note of downed trees, poor connections and other hazards.
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Forestry Inspection
The Northeastern United States forest is unforgiving, and sometimes only accessible by foot. Forestry engineers can identify tree species from the air, and cover hundreds of acres in a single day to aid in sustainable ecosystem planning and mapping.
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Tours
Book a private scenic tour from the Hudson Valley to New York City and beyond!
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TESTIMONIALS
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Very professional and personable staff. Had a great flight and found I had a lot in common with our pilot, including having been stationed at Edwards AFB during our stints in the USAF.
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The best helicopter flight yet! So peaceful and relaxing and the pilot Heather was so knowledgeable and confident. We will definitely be riding again! Highly recommend them!
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Love the staff, love the crew. Flown with Heather on several occasions now. She never ceases to amaze me with all there is to take in throughout the Hudson Valley from above. Better yet have you touched a cloud yet?!?!
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Learning to fly ? Need a fast And safe way to get to a meeting ? How about just an amazing leisurely tour of the region ? This is your company ! Highly recommended and trusted.
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Took a ride with my family over the weekend out of Stormville and it was awesome. Pilot was a cool dude as well as the ground crew. Looking to hook up with them again at Rhinebeck in a few weeks.
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I took a couple of my guys on a sight seeing ride. Incredible! They make you feel super safe. If you have never been in a helicopter, you must go! Its a great treat for employees!
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Matt - Thanks for the time you spent with my son on his Birthday. The introductory helicopter flight turned out to be a great present that he will always remember. You are a fantastic instructor - and we just want to commend you on a job well done! I will be calling you soon for my lesson.
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Had a great experience flying with Matt! He was calming yet fun and personable! Smooth flying. My boyfriend and I loved it so much. Next summer we are looking to do this again take a longer ride to see more sights! Thank you Independent Helicopters!
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Your Helicopter Intro Flight: 8 Things to Expect
Prepare to take to the skies! The first step on your journey to receiving your helicopter pilot’s license is an introductory flight, sometimes referred to
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After your discovery flight, the next step on your journey to receiving your private pilot certification is ground school. Helicopter ground school will not only
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Seeking a talented and positive helicopter flight instructor to join our team We exist in an environment that is part ultra professional, part relaxed atmosphere. As
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Our Helicopter Online course is geared to prepare you for the Oral and Written exam for the Private Pilot license! We now have the R22
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Day One They learned about aerodynamics, flew in a helicopter simulator, and I think one of the favorites was RC helicopters! Day 2 of BE
