
Specialized Helicopter Ratings & Advanced Training
Expand Your Skillset. Unlock New Career Opportunities.
ATA’s Specialized Helicopter Program offers advanced training for pilots who want to go beyond standard certifications. These courses strengthen your safety, precision, and mission capability, opening the door to more advanced and better-paid rotorcraft roles.

Turbine Transition
Learn turbine engine systems, power management, and emergency procedures to safely operate turbine-powered helicopters.

NVG (Night Vision Goggles) Training
Develop night-operations proficiency used in EMS, law enforcement, and military support.

External Load / Sling Operations
Train in vertical reference flying, load management, and safety protocols for utility and long-line missions.

Advanced Autorotation & Emergency Procedures
Sharpen critical emergency skills, including advanced autorotations and system-failure management.

Mountain Flying
Master high-altitude operations, terrain navigation, wind patterns, and confined area landings.

Instrument proficiency / IFR Refresher
Improve IFR procedures, approaches, holding patterns, and scenario-based instrument skills.




