About Us

Independent Helicopters is a Certified Woman Owned Business (WBE) operating from Stewart International Airport and Saratoga Airport in New York.
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Robinson R-22 Beta II

Robinson introduced the most cost-effective, reliable and performance-oriented piston helicopter available in the world today. This helicopter is fast, fuel efficient, and fun to fly.
“If you can fly the R-22 you can fly anything!”

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Robinson R-44 Raven II

For those who expect excellence and appreciate value, there’s the R44 Raven II. The R44 delivers the performance of an expensive turbine helicopter at an affordable piston price. Its sleek design, impressive speed, and unparalleled reliability give it the competitive edge in today’s fast-paced, changing environment.

Already have a great career? Looking for something new to enjoy, share with family and friends?

Our flight training programs are geared around the working adult and designed to take a student from zero helicopter time to an employable Professional Certified Flight Instructor in as little as 10-18 months. We are able to provide the training you need to safely enjoy the freedom of flight.
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Matthew Taggard

  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Certified Helicopter Instrument Flight Instructor (CFII)
  • Many hours of dedicated, professional flight instruction teaching many students of all ages and experience levels
  • Proficient in Aerial photography and tours in NYC
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Heather Howley

Operations Director
Chief Pilot & CEO of Independent Helicopters, LLC
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Certified Helicopter Instrument Flight Instructor (CFII)
  • Commercial Pilot
  • ATP Certificate
  • Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)
  • Utility Inspection, Geoscience, Aerial Mapping, Geological Survey, Remote Forestry Inspection
  • Many hours of dedicated, professional flight instruction
  • Has taught many students of all ages and experience levels
  • Charter pilot, special events, aerial photography and tours in NYC