Step by Step Guide to Crafting the Perfect Pitch Deck
November 11, 2025
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Helicopter Pilots are in high demand. Helicopters perform over 56 distinct missions, and the need for qualified experienced pilots is higher than ever. The future of vertical lift is bright – take your career goals vertical and train with us!
We are the premiere helicopter experience provider in the The Black Hills of South Dakota. Learn from the professionals and access a career pipeline that starts on day one.
The Black Hills provide a training landscape that will accelerate your learning. Learning to fly in a true mountain environment will provide you with superior skills to take with you into your chosen career field. Badger Flight Academy provides instruction from ab-initio to ATP.
As the leading provider of Black Hills Helicopter experiences for the past 35 years, we are uniquely positioned to provide top tier professional instruction designed to provide value, excellence, and a direct path into commercial pilot opportunities.
We have a passion for helicopters, and a passion for pilot development. We are not a pilot mill, and take on a selected number of pilot candidates each year to provide one on one focus and a true career path from day one.
Get your hands on the controls and truly get a feel for vertical flight with a dicovery flight.
It all begins with a ground lesson and briefing followed by a 30 minute flight with one of our experienced instructors who will coach you through your very first hands-on flying experience.
Our Private Pilot Ground School introduces you to the essential foundations of aviation — from aerodynamics and weather theory to radio communication, FAA regulations, and more. Once you move to the flight training phase, you’ll put those lessons into action as you learn to handle the aircraft confidently and safely.
Ready to launch your career in aviation or expand your current pilot rating? At Badger Flight Academy, we combine real-world flight scenarios with focused time-building exercises to fully prepare you for a career as a commercial helicopter pilot.
Choose a training location where South Dakota’s altitude isn’t a hurdle—it’s your advantage. At Badger Flight Academy in Custer, SD, you’ll train in a challenging environment that accelerates your growth as a pilot. Every lesson puts you in situations that demand sharp judgment, strong control, and smart handling.
Clear Path to Your Goals
Whether you’re beginning with your Private rating, aiming for Commercial, Instrument, or Instructor certificates, we provide a structured roadmap. You’ll know what’s coming next, what you need to achieve it, and how we’ll get you there together.
Ready to begin your journey? Start with our Intro Flight Experience, see if it’s for you—and discover how Badger Flight Academy makes the difference.
From our ground briefings to each landing, safety is our foundation. We train beyond checklists—building your instincts so you’re prepared, calm, and ready. Think of us as your partner in building reliable habits that last a career.
You’ll train under experienced CFI and CFII instructors who bring real industry knowledge to every lesson. With a strong track record of first-time pass success, our instructors are dedicated to helping each student earn their commercial helicopter rating efficiently and effectively.
Mentors Who Know the Job
Our instructors bring real-world experience, clear communication, and a genuine desire to teach you well. You’ll train with people who’ve done the flights, faced the conditions, and now help you build skills confidently and competently.
Why Train in Custer?
Because here the terrain challenges you—and that’s a good thing. High altitudes, with nearby active airspace, and South Dakota’s distinct conditions give you an edge. You’ll graduate with experience that stands out, not just hours.
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Reach out to us today and one of our CFI’s will reach out to answer any questions.