Mountain Training

Precision Flight Training's Mountain Training Course in the Oregon Coast Range focuses on the challenges a pilot faces when encountering steep mountain topography. This course is a must for pilots considering a career in flying long-lines, fir boughs, power lines, or any other utility work in hilly or mountainous terrain. The course syllabus covers:

  • Aircraft Performance
  • Aircraft Limitations
  • Engine Performance at Altitude
  • Mountainous Terrain
  • Mountain Techniques
  • Approaches
  • Departures
  • Pinnacles
  • Ridgelines
  • Confined Areas
  • Performance Checks
  • Reconnaissance Techniques
  • Touchdown Choices
  • Vertical Reference
  • Mountain Weather
  • Contour Flying
  • Passenger Management
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Charts / Navigation
  • Side Slopes

Mountain Training Course (Piston) - $1,800

  • 5 hours flight instruction - Schweizer 300C
  • 5 hours ground instruction

Mountain Training Course (Turbine) - $4,050

(Prerequisites: MD500 Turbine Transition (or previous experience)

  • 5 hours flight instruction - MD500D
  • 5 hours ground instruction

Costs based on average student and are provided for comparison. Actual costs may vary. Prices subject to change without notice.

Effective 3/26/07