- Commercial pilot CPL(H)
- Flight instructor FI(H)
Flying career:
Michi completed his first trial flight in June 2006 at Heli Gotthard (now Swiss Helicopter) and in the same year began training to become a private pilot at Airport Helicopter in Beromünster. He followed this with professional pilot training and various ratings - including those for the EC120, Bell 206 Jet Ranger and AS350. Michi has been a flight instructor at Airport Helicopter since 2017 and is qualified to pilot in NIT (night flight) and MOU (mountain flight) up to 2,000 m above sea level. to train.
Education(s) and profession:
Michi trained as a polymechanic at Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG and then worked in production at several small companies. However, over the years he was drawn back to his training company, where he now holds a position as a “pre-assembly supervisor”. Michi works part-time at the fire department and is currently the deputy commander, driver and respiratory protection, at the Buochs-Ennetbürgen fire department.
Hobbies and free time:
In his free time, Michi prefers to spend time with his loved ones - his family - for example, hiking in the Swiss Alps. He also enjoys playing volleyball and is involved in the fire department.
Favorite Food:
Michi's favorite foods are French fries and lasagna.
Favorite travel destination:
Michi has his favorite travel destination right on his doorstep – the mountains. He enjoys walking there and enjoying the peace and quiet of nature.
Favorite helicopter:
“Definitely the Écureuil (AS350 / H125) – this helicopter simply has a beautiful shape and is brilliant to fly.”
Tip/motivation for anyone considering starting training to become a helicopter pilot:
«For everyone who is thinking about starting training to become a helicopter pilot: Don't give up! Anyone who gives up has already lost. The path is rocky, but doable. And most importantly – enjoy every minute in the air.”
