CPL(H) — Commercial Pilot Helicopter
Flying as a profession — transport, training, HEMS
CPL(H) (Commercial Pilot Licence — Helicopter) qualifies you to fly a helicopter for remuneration. It is essential for anyone who wants to fly professionally — as a commercial transport pilot, flight instructor, HEMS (helicopter emergency medical service) pilot, or police/military pilot.
Entry requirements
- Valid PPL(H) licence
- Minimum age 18
- Class 1 medical certificate (extended examination)
- English at ICAO 4 minimum (5 recommended)
- Total time min. 155 h before entering the CPL module
- Completed secondary education with school-leaving exam (recommended)
Training structure
Price and fair billing
CPL(H) is the biggest single investment in a pilot's career, but our per-minute billing genuinely saves tens of thousands of crowns on top-up hours. We'll prepare a detailed calculation based on your current licence and total time.
During a full training course, the difference between per-minute and 6-minute billing adds up to tens of thousands of crowns. With us, you only pay for actual flight time.
Frequently asked
Do I need PPL(H) first?
Yes. CPL(H) builds on PPL(H) and cannot be obtained without it. You can go through the whole path with us from scratch.
What does a CPL(H) career look like in the Czech Republic?
Most commonly: flight school instructor, commercial transport pilot (VIP, tours, photo/film), HEMS pilot or armed-forces pilot. Demand for helicopter pilots in the EU is growing.
Can I become an instructor?
After obtaining CPL(H) you can continue with FI(H) training — flight instructor. We're happy to take you all the way to the instructor licence.
Is CPL(H) recognised abroad?
Yes, like all EASA licences it's valid across all EU member states. For the USA and other countries a conversion is required per local regulations.
Want to enroll or just ask a question?
Send us a message via the contact form on our home page or simply call. We're happy to help you figure out the best first step.