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About
Tahoe Helicopters provides scenic helicopter tours, high altitude flight training (primary and advanced), and aerial photography services, operating from the Lake Tahoe Airport (KTVL) at 6,264 ft above sea level. We fly the Robinson R44 Raven II.
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Tahoe Helicopters has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Tahoe Helicopters 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, Tahoe Helicopters 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.
Tahoe Helicopters trains in the Robinson R44 (Raven II). Contact the school for current availability and hourly rental rates.
No flight simulators are listed for Tahoe Helicopters. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Tahoe Helicopters does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.