Helicopter Online Ground School Podcast

By Kenneth A Keller

Podcast produced by Kenny Keller the creator of Helicopter Online Ground School and author of the Amazon No. 1 Best Seller H

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September 29, 2025Episode 435: Do You Need a Written Test for CFI Add-On? Yes.
When pilots work toward their Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Add-On, there’s one requirement that often comes as a surprise: the written test.

It’s not unusual for pilots to assume that once they’ve already completed written tests for their previous ratings, the CFI Add-On will be just about teaching and flying. But the FAA requires a separate written knowledge test specifically for the CFI Add-On.

Why This Surprises Pilots

We’ve seen it time and again — pilots show up ready for their check-ride, only to discover they’re missing the written test endorsement. That mistake can delay your check-ride, cost you more money, and stretch out your training.

It’s a small detail, but an important one.

What You Need to Know
Yes, there is a written knowledge test required for the CFI Add-On.

You must complete it before your check-ride.

The test covers teaching fundamentals, regulations, and practical knowledge you’ll need as an instructor.

Just like your previous ratings, preparation is key.
How H.O.G.S. Helps You Prepare

At Helicopter Online Ground School (H.O.G.S.), we’ve guided countless pilots through their ratings — including the CFI Add-On. Members get access to:
Comprehensive video training covering Private, Instrument, Commercial, and CFI

Coaching through the tricky parts that often hold pilots back

AskHogs.com, where you can get answers 24/7 — even from Kenny’s AI clone built right into the courses

👉 Take a 24-hour free test flight inside our system and see how it works. Every membership comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

The Bottom Line

Don’t get caught off guard. Yes — you will need to pass a written test for your Helicopter CFI Add-On. With the right preparation, it’s just another step on your path to becoming a confident, check-ride ready instructor.
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3min
September 27, 2025Episode 434: “Stuck at 170 Hours: The Flight School Trap”
Episode 2 — Stuck at 170 Hours: The Flight School Trap

In this episode of 30 Check-Rides, 30 Lessons: Final Approach Course Real-World Wins & Fails, Kenny Keller shares Cameron’s story.

Cameron traveled from Florida with 160 hours logged — but still hadn’t earned his Private Pilot certificate. The problem wasn’t his motivation or his instructors. It was the same issue faced by countless students:
Too many students, not enough helicopters

Maintenance delays keeping aircraft grounded

Endless waiting for the schedule

Repeating flights and stage checks just to stay current

At H.O.G.S. (Helicopter Online Ground School), the Final Approach Course is designed to solve this exact problem. With limited student slots, dedicated instructors, and one-on-one ground and flight training, students finally finish their training in as little as five days.

👉 Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/8vA2JmxbkRI
👉 Try the 24-hour free test flight: https://www.HelicopterGround.com
👉 Get 24/7 support at AskHogs.com: https://www.AskHogs.com
📲 Or call/text (574) 767-1797 to book your Final Approach Course.

💡 Don’t get stuck in the cycle. Learn from Cameron’s story and discover how H.O.G.S. helps pilots reach check-ride success.
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11min
September 26, 2025Episode 433: 30 Check-Rides, 30 Lessons: Final Approach Course Real-World Wins & Fails
Today’s a big one — the first video in our new 30 Check-Rides, 30 Lessons series is live, and I wanted you to be the first to see it.

In this first episode, I introduce the series and share Todd Ketterman’s journey — how he leveraged H.O.G.S. videos before ever stepping foot in a helicopter to make his training smoother, faster, and more certain.

Here’s what you’ll discover:
How Todd went from struggling in Florida flight training to becoming our first Final Approach Course student.

Why using the full video library before arrival is such a consistent pattern among our most successful pilots.

The backbone of H.O.G.S. that powers this entire series — the training system, the coaching, and the support (like AskHogs.com and my AI “clone”).
Why you’ll want to follow this 30-day series

Over the next 30 days, you’ll get real stories straight from our Final Approach Course check-rides over the past 30 months. For each one, you’ll learn what went right, what went wrong, and what you can do differently to ace your check-ride.

If you’re training now or planning to, the lessons you’ll hear aren’t just theory — they’re drawn from real pilots doing real check-rides under real pressure.

Make the most of H.O.G.S.

Before you dive into the series:
Use AskHogs.com for 24/7 support. You’ll see our AI “clone” pop up in all the courses — one of our members messaged me just yesterday to say how much it’s helped him clarify tricky concepts as he watches.

Don’t forget — every membership comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Try the system seriously, risk-free.

New here? Take a 24-hour free test flight inside H.O.G.S. so you can see how everything works firsthand.

I can’t wait to hear what you think of the first video. And stick around — the next 29 are coming with stories, lessons, and insights you won’t want to miss.
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11min
April 24, 2025 Episode 432: Robinson R-44 Start Up & Shut Down
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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20min
March 26, 2025 Episode 431: How to Become a Private Pilot
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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8min
March 26, 2025 Episode 429: Introducing Brand New H.O.G.S. Instructor- CFI Hunter Gambill
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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25min
March 26, 2025 Episode 430: Pilot Debrief First Advanced Autorotation Course @ H.O.G.S.
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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27min
March 26, 2025 Episode 428: Robinson R-22 Start Up & Shut Down
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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24min
February 18, 2025 Episode 427: Robinson R-22 Returns After Governor Failure Maintenance
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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13min
February 02, 2025 Episode 426: "How to Determine the Best Helicopter Approach Angle?"
Send in your FAC Qualifications here: https://www.helicopterground.com/test-fac-2025

Get your H.O.G.S. Affiliate: https://www.HogsPaysMe.com

Helicopter Online Ground School: https://www.helicopterground.com

H.O.G.S. Blog https://www.helicopterground.com/blog

Private Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/tExAoUCL

Instrument Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/kGZZ4FX7

Commercial Pilot: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/U98maPV3

Certified Flight Instructor: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/uVjhoEhX

Professional Pilot Online Course: https://www.helicopterground.com/store/Cbq7qJr3
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9min

FAQs about Helicopter Online Ground School Podcast:

How many episodes does Helicopter Online Ground School Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 460 episodes available.