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About
Established in 1991 Pollux Aviation has been Alaska’s largest and longest running Robinson helicopter operator for over 24 years. Pollux is a 135/133 certified and OAS qualified helicopter company based in Wasilla, Alaska. We offer Charter services, Marine Services with our boat and off-shore capable helicopters, Long-term contract discounts, External Load Capabilities up to 800lbs, Tours, and more! Our helicopter services are available statewide. Our helicopter services can extend from the North Slope (Barrow) to Mid-Aleutians (Adak) to the end of the Southeast (Ketchikan). The Pollux Service Department is a Robinson Factory Approved Service Center and it has the largest Robinson Parts inventory in the state! Each of our mechanics have been factory certificated prior to performing any maintenance on our aircraft. With 3 full time mechanics and 2 Pilot/Mechanics, you can count on Pollux to have a dependable machine on your project. Thank you for your interest in Pollux Aviation Ltd. and Please let us know what we can do to help! Here’s to another amazing summer in Alaska!
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Pollux Aviation has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Pollux Aviation operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Pollux Aviation does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
Pollux Aviation's training fleet includes the Robinson R66, Robinson R44 II (Raven II), and Robinson R22. Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
No flight simulators are listed for Pollux Aviation. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Pollux Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.