Advanced Autorotation Training
Enhanced autorotation training is a specialized form of helicopter training that aims to instruct pilots on how to safely land a helicopter in case of failure. In an autorotation, the pilot must utilize the helicopter's forward motion to create lift and reduce the rate of descent, enabling a secure landing. The training focuses on enhancing a pilot's ability to execute this maneuver by equipping them with the essential skills and knowledge to handle emergency situations. This training is crucial for all helicopter pilots as it can determine the outcome between a safe landing and a catastrophic accident.
Advanced Autorotation & Energy Management Training Course
Sharpen Your Emergency Response – Master Rotorcraft Energy Control
A focused course designed to elevate pilot performance in autorotation scenarios, emphasizing critical energy management techniques for real-world safety and precision.
Course Objective
To develop advanced pilot proficiency in autorotation maneuvers with a focus on energy management strategies that enhance safety, decision-making, and landing accuracy during simulated engine failures.
Who Should Attend?
-
Private, commercial, and CFI helicopter pilots
-
Pilots aiming to refine emergency procedures and autorotation landings
-
Instructors seeking advanced techniques in energy-based autorotation teaching
Prerequisites
-
FAA Private Pilot Helicopter Certificate or higher
-
Minimum 100 helicopter flight hours recommended
-
Basic autorotation training experience required
Course Duration
-
10 hours dual flight instruction
-
10 hours ground instruction, briefing, and debriefing
-
Can be scheduled flexibly over 4–5 days
Training Elements
1️⃣Energy Management Theory: Rotor RPM, kinetic/potential energy, glide path control
2️⃣Basic Autorotation Review: Flare, entry, touchdown precision
3️⃣Advanced Entry Techniques: Shallow, delayed, and rapid entries
4️⃣Energy State Management: Adjusting descent profile for energy and accuracy
5️⃣Obstacle/Confined Area Approaches: High-precision power-off landings
6️⃣Simulated Engine Failures: Decision-making under pressure
7️⃣Debrief & Evaluation: Performance review and best practices
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, pilots will:
-
Conduct accurate autorotations using optimal rotor RPM and airspeed
-
Adapt descent profiles using advanced energy control techniques
-
Execute confined and obstacle-area landings safely
-
Recognize low-energy conditions early and recover appropriately
-
Improve confidence and real-world readiness for engine-out scenarios
Recommended Equipment
-
Robinson R44 with governor and RPM indicator
-
Flight video/audio recording system (optional)
-
Aviation headset with intercom support
If you have any questions about our flight school, training programs, or would like more information about getting started, please don’t hesitate to fill out the contact form. A member of our team will get back to you promptly to assist with your inquiry. Thank you for considering Airworthy Aviation Helicopters — we look forward to helping you take the next step in your aviation journey!