A professional who pilots helicopter for purposes such as transporting passengers and cargo. Responsibilities include:

• Plans flight, following government and company regulations, and using aeronautical charts and navigation instruments.
• Inspects helicopter prior to departure to detect leaking hydraulic fluid, inoperative control, low fuel level, or other unsafe condition, following checklist.
• Pilots helicopter to transport passengers and cargo, conduct search and rescue missions, fight fires, report on traffic conditions, or other purpose.
• Writes specified information in flight record.
• May instruct students in operation of helicopter and equipment.
• Must hold type of pilot's license and certification specified by Federal Aviation Administration for work performed.