About the school
HBG-FRANCE is an approved training organisation (ATO) operating in France under the authority of DGAC (DSAC) with reference FR.ATO.0186. The school offers private and commercial helicopter pilot training, type ratings, and instructor courses. Training equipment provided includes the ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II and Cabri G2 GUIMBAL.
Summary of the school's register entry and website, compiled Oct 2026.Approval and register
16 approved courses
- PPL(H)
- CPL(H) integrated
- CPL(H) modular
- ME helicopter pre-entry (FCL.720.H)
- TR (SPH) Cabri G2
- TR (SPH) EC135/635
- TR (SPH) EC145 (BK117)
- TR (SPH) AS350 / EC130
- TR (SPH) R44
- TR (SPH) AS355
- Night (H)
- TRI(SPH)
- FI(H) refresher
- TRI(H) refresher
- Examiner standardisation
- Examiner refresher
Courses and prices
| COURSE | DURATION | PRICE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Pilot Licence PPL-H PPL(H) | On average, it takes one year to obtain your licence, with a frequency of one flight per week. | On request | Ask |
| Integrated CPL-H CPL(H) | Training takes place over a period of 18 to 24 months maximum, Monday to Friday (9 am to 5 pm). | On request | Ask |
| Modular CPL-H CPL(H) | On average, it takes between 2 and 3 years to become a professional with a frequency of one flight per week. | On request | Ask |
| Helicopter type ratings (QT): Cabri G2, AS350 (BA/B2/B3)/EC130, AS355 N/NP, H135, H145 Type rating | On request | Ask |
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Location
Questions about FHATO Flight Training Center
Where is FHATO Flight Training Center located?
FHATO Flight Training Center is based in France.
Is FHATO Flight Training Center an approved flight school?
Yes. FHATO Flight Training Center is an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) (number FR.ATO.0186), listed by DGAC (DSAC). We checked the register in October 2026.
Which courses does FHATO Flight Training Center offer?
The school lists 4 courses: Private Pilot Licence PPL-H, Integrated CPL-H, Modular CPL-H and Helicopter type ratings (QT): Cabri G2, AS350 (BA/B2/B3)/EC130, AS355 N/NP, H135, H145.
How much does training at FHATO Flight Training Center cost?
The school does not publish prices that we could check. Ask the school for a current quote.
Which aircraft does FHATO Flight Training Center use?
The school's website lists: ROBINSON R44 RAVEN II and Cabri G2 GUIMBAL.
How do I contact FHATO Flight Training Center?
You can reach the school through its website, or send a request with the form on this page.


