In 2009, during the recession, I lost my job like many others and was in search for a new career. The dream of becoming a pilot had been deep within me for sometime, and there was no better time to make that dream a reality. The staff at Great Lakes Helicopter were eager to aid in my new endeavour, and exhausted all resources available to help get me information on possible funding and financing. The training and instruction at Great Lakes is second to none. Small class sizes and priceless one-on-one instruction allows you to grasp new concepts, and helps to shape you into a successful professional. Most importantly, the staff at the school come from operational backgrounds where they have worked in the field, learned valuable lessons, and made numerous contacts in the industry; all of which enabled me to find employment and begin my career as a commercial helicopter pilot. Be sure to stop in and see the staff at their new facility, and start your training today!
Jake Carter,
Commercial Helicopter Pilot
I found the staff at Great Lakes to be very helpful from the beginning to end. They were always able to answer any of my questions and were very well organized with ground school and flight scheduling. The instructors were informative and made ground school and my flight time very enjoyable; while at the same time making sure I was well prepared for written exams and flight testing. Since completing my training requirements with Great Lakes the staff has continued to go above and beyond by helping me write a professional flight resume, as well as staying after hours to assist in completion of my night rating.
Jordan Mol, Commercial Helicopter Pilot
Great Lakes Helicopter allowed me to realize my dream of flying helicopters. I have flown fixed-wing aircraft all my life. Their program allowed me to transition to helicopters within the required hours for the private helicopter license - at the age of 61! The helicopters are modern and the staff is professional to the highest level.
Heri Polzl, Private Helicopter/Fixed Wing Pilot
