We specify helicopters that require a type rating in the Prescription of Aircraft and Ratings — CASR Part 61 Instrument.
Explore the instrument to find the model of helicopter you want to fly and the type rating you need.
Differences training
The following table specifies a differences training requirement (DTR). We determine the differences between the models or variants covered by a type rating that require further training.
We identify aircraft models that have DTR in the prescription of type ratings instrument.
As an example, the following table has the SK76 type rating covering many variants of the Sikorsky S 76 series helicopter.
| Type certificate holder or manufacturer | Helicopter models and variants | Differences training required? | Type ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sikorsky | S 62 | - | SK62 |
| Sikorsky | S 76A series S 76B series S 76C series S 76D series |
DTR | SK76 |
If you complete your training for the SK76 type rating in a model S 76B series, you must complete differences training before you can fly any of the other models covered by the SK76 type rating. For example, the S 76A/S 76C/S 76D.
Regulations for type rated helicopters
The rules for type rated helicopters are in Part 61 of CASR Flight Crew Licencing:
- 61.055 - prescription of type ratings and variants - multi-crew aircraft
- 61.060 - prescription of type ratings - single-pilot aircraft
- 61.200 - differences training requirements
- 61.205 - when training must not be in aircraft
- Division 61.L.5 - pilot type ratings
- Paragraph 142.015(2)(d) - Part 142 flight training (definition).