About Us
HORIZON delivers advanced rotary-wing training programmes designed to build pilot capability and enhance operational flexibility.
Extensive curricula
We offer standard and bespoke rotary-wing training to leading commercial aviation and defence operators. All curricula are delivered to the highest standards of safety, quality and efficiency, in compliance with the requirements of the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
Tailored training
Working closely with customers, we deliver training programmes to meet specific piloting requirements at our state-of-the-art facilities, led by experienced instructors. We continually expand our course offerings, innovative training technologies, and world-class partners.
Courses
We provide helicopter pilot training courses from beginner to advanced levels, delivered at state-of-the-art facilities by experienced instructors to the highest standards of safety, quality and efficiency.
TWIN-ENGINE
- Air Transport Pilot Licence ATPL (H)
- Instrument Rating (twin engine)
- Twin-Engine Conversion and Multi-Crew Coordination (Military)
- Night Rating (NR)
- Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
AVIATION COURSES
We deliver in-depth aviation courses that combine practical and theoretical instruction.
- Flight Safety
- Aviation Ground Safety
- Aircraft Accident Investigation and Management
- Aviation Management
- Crew Resource Management
- Management of Flight Safety and Accident Investigation
SINGLE-ENGINE
- Private Pilot Licence – Helicopter (PPL)
- Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter (CPL)
- Flight Instructor – Helicopter (FI)
- Qualified Military Pilot Bridge Course – Helicopter (QMP)
- Instrument Rating (IR)
- Type Rating (TR)
- Night Rating (NR)
- English Language Proficiency Training
Facilities
Our 5,000 sqm purpose-built flight-training facility in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, provides students with state-of-the-art training aids and industry-leading resources.
- 19 helipads
- Favourable weather conditions maximise flying time
- Arid terrain enabling realistic training scenarios such as:
- Limited power
- Mountain flying
- Desert conditions
Simulator
- Dual-place, side-by-side cockpit
- Complete instrument panel for visual and instrument training
- Software provides realistic flight models with:
- Translational lift
- Ground effect
- Torque
- Auto-rotation
- 24,000+ airports
- All navigation aids