International Helicopter License Conversions Calgary Alberta Canada

International Conversions

Foreign Conversions

L R HELICOPTERS welcome International Private and Commercial Pilots. We have significant experience in helping students from various sectors of the globe including: Europe, Russia, Australia, Switzerland, China and Brazil to name but a few. We can guide and support you through all necessary steps to convert your existing foreign licence into a Canadian. We are also able to provide assistance for you to obtain your FAA (United States of America) or EASA (European) commercial or private licence.

New FAA conversion for holders of Canadian Helicopter Pilot Licence.

Under the Agreement for the Promotion of Aviation Safety, dated 12th June 2000 between the United States of America and the Government of Canada, a new implementation procedure for licensing exits.

We will need a copy of your log book with a minimum of 100 hours pilot flight time in helicopters, of which a minimum of 35 hours pilot-in-command flight time, including 10 hours cross-country pilot-in-command flight time; and 55 hours dual instruction flight time under the direction and supervision of the holder of a flight Instructor Rating-Helicopter, including:

RH44 Pricing

CAD$7,970.43

5 Hours on RH44 and 5 Hours on Simulator

Flight Training RH44 ($ 840.00 per hour Fuel Included)
$2,520.00
Flight Test RH44 (estimated 2 hours) (Fuel Included)
$1,680.00
Simulator 5hours ($ 150.00 per hour)
$750.00
Ground Course
$1,000.00
Books, Pilot Supplies, Maps, Flight Manual, POH RH44
$862.93
Fees:
Medical (with ECG) Dr. Adams, Springbank Airport
$185.00
Medical TC* Fee
$55.00
English Proficiency Test
$105.00
Licence Written Examination TC* Fee
$107.50
Flight Test TC* Fee
$525.00
PSTAR Examination / SPP
$40.00
Radio Licence Fee
$40.00
Issue of Licence TC* Fee
$80.00
Shipping
$20.00
Pricing Notes:

H125 Pricing

CAD$17,500.43

5 Hours on H125 and 5 Hours on Simulator

Flight Training H125 ($ 2,750 per hour Fuel Included)
$8,250.00
Flight Test H125 (estimated 2 hours) (Fuel Included)
$5,500.00
Simulator 5hours ($ 150.00 per hour)
$750.00
Ground Course
$1,000.00
Books, Pilot Supplies, Maps, Flight Manual, POH H125
$862.93
Fees:
Medical (with ECG) Dr. Adams, Springbank Airport
$185.00
Medical TC* Fee
$55.00
English Proficiency Test
$105.00
Licence Written Examination TC* Fee
$107.50
Flight Test TC* Fee
$525.00
PSTAR Examination / SPP
$40.00
Radio Licence Fee
$40.00
Issue of Licence TC* Fee
$80.00
Shipping
$20.00
Pricing Notes:

Admission Dates & Application

Thank you for considering L R Helicopters Inc. for your pilot training. Complete the application below and our team will get back to you within 2 business days.

Fee Notice: A $1,000 deposit is required with your application, half of which ($500) is non-refundable.

Upcoming Monthly Start Dates:

September 9, 2025
October 14, 2025
November 10, 2025
December 9, 2025
January 13, 2026
February 10, 2026

Limited slots available each month. Apply early to secure your training start date.

We look forward to supporting your journey to becoming a professional pilot.

  • Commercial Pilot License Helicopter needs to be Valid and Current
  • Eighteen years of age
  • Category 1 Medical examination from a Transport Canada approved medical examiner
  • Aviation Language Proficiency Test (ALPT)
  • Radio License (ROC-A) Restricted Operators Certificate – Aviation
  • PSTAR written exam you must achieve 90% or higher
  • Meet the flight time requirements as listed in CARs. Note that your previous flight time is fully credited
  • Transport Canada written exam CPHEL, 100 multiple choice questions
  • Transport Canada Successful completion of a flight test

We will need a copy of your log book with a minimum of 100 hours pilot flight time in helicopters, of which a minimum of 35 hours pilot-in-command flight time, including 10 hours cross-country pilot-in-command flight time; and 55 hours dual instruction flight time under the direction and supervision of the holder of a flight Instructor Rating-Helicopter, including:

  • 5 hours cross-country flight time
  • 10 hours of dual instrument flight time, using suitable radio navigational facilities to complete elementary navigation procedures and two-way radio to comply with Air Traffic Control procedures and clearances, including a minimum of 5 hours in helicopters. A maximum of 5 hours of the 10 hours may be conducted on an approved helicopter simulator or flight training device.
  • 35 hours solo flight time emphasizing the improvement of general flying ability and skill, including a cross-country flight to a point a minimum of 2 hours flight time at normal cruising speed from the point of departure including a minimum of 3 landings at points other than the point of departure.

CAD$7,970.43

5 Hours on RH44 and 5 Hours on Simulator
Flight Training RH44 ($ 840.00 per hour Fuel Included)  $2,520.00
Flight Test RH44 (estimated 2 hours) (Fuel Included)  $1,680.00
 Simulator 5hours ($ 150.00 per  hour)  $750.00
Ground Course  $1,000.00
Books, Pilot Supplies, Maps, Flight Manual, POH RH44  $862.93
Fees:
Medical (with ECG) Dr. Adams, Springbank Airport  $185.00
Medical TC* Fee  $55.00
English Proficiency Test  $105.00
Licence Written Examination TC* Fee  $107.50
Flight Test TC* Fee  $525.00
PSTAR Examination / SPP  $40.00
Radio Licence Fee  $40.00
Issue of  Licence TC* Fee  $80.00
Shipping  $20.00
*(TC fees as published on CAR’s) Fuel Pricing  may change at any time All Prices Includes Applicable Government Taxes Accommodation, meals and transportation are not provided as part of the course

CAD$17,500.43

5 Hours on H125 and 5 Hours on Simulator
Flight Training H125 ($ 2,750 per hour Fuel Included)  $8,250.00
Flight Test H125 (estimated 2 hours) (Fuel Included)  $5,500.00
 Simulator 5hours ($ 150.00 per  hour)  $750.00
Ground Course  $1,000.00
Books, Pilot Supplies, Maps, Flight Manual, POH H125  $862.93
Fees:
Medical (with ECG) Dr. Adams, Springbank Airport  $185.00
Medical TC* Fee  $55.00
English Proficiency Test  $105.00
Licence Written Examination TC* Fee  $107.50
Flight Test TC* Fee  $525.00
PSTAR Examination / SPP  $40.00
Radio Licence Fee  $40.00
Issue of  Licence TC* Fee  $80.00
Shipping  $20.00
*(TC fees as published on CAR’s) Fuel Pricing  may change at any time All Prices Includes Applicable Government Taxes Accommodation, meals and transportation are not provided as part of the course

RH44 Pricing

CAD$7,970.43

5 Hours on RH44 and 5 Hours on Simulator

Flight Training RH44 ($ 840.00 per hour Fuel Included)
$2,520.00
Flight Test RH44 (estimated 2 hours) (Fuel Included)
$1,680.00
Simulator 5hours ($ 150.00 per hour)
$750.00
Ground Course
$1,000.00
Books, Pilot Supplies, Maps, Flight Manual, POH RH44
$862.93
Fees:
Medical (with ECG) Dr. Adams, Springbank Airport
$185.00
Medical TC* Fee
$55.00
English Proficiency Test
$105.00
Licence Written Examination TC* Fee
$107.50
Flight Test TC* Fee
$525.00
PSTAR Examination / SPP
$40.00
Radio Licence Fee
$40.00
Issue of Licence TC* Fee
$80.00
Shipping
$20.00

*(TC fees as published on CAR’s)

Fuel Pricing  may change at any time

All Prices Includes Applicable Government Taxes

Accommodation, meals and transportation are not provided as part of the course

H125 Pricing

CAD$17,500.43

5 Hours on H125 and 5 Hours on Simulator

Flight Training H125 ($ 2,750 per hour Fuel Included)
$8,250.00
Flight Test H125 (estimated 2 hours) (Fuel Included)
$5,500.00
Simulator 5hours ($ 150.00 per hour)
$750.00
Ground Course
$1,000.00
Books, Pilot Supplies, Maps, Flight Manual, POH H125
$862.93
Fees:
Medical (with ECG) Dr. Adams, Springbank Airport
$185.00
Medical TC* Fee
$55.00
English Proficiency Test
$105.00
Licence Written Examination TC* Fee
$107.50
Flight Test TC* Fee
$525.00
PSTAR Examination / SPP
$40.00
Radio Licence Fee
$40.00
Issue of Licence TC* Fee
$80.00
Shipping
$20.00

*(TC fees as published on CAR’s)

Fuel Pricing  may change at any time

All Prices Includes Applicable Government Taxes

Accommodation, meals and transportation are not provided as part of the course

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