HELIDECK RADIO OPERATOR (HRO) COURSE.

Helideck Radio Operator (HRO) course: approved by CAAM for Malaysian operations, led by experienced air traffic controllers and seasoned instructors.

Training is conducted weekly at our centres in:

  1. Kota Damansara, Selangor
  2. Gombak, Kuala Lumpur

Contact us for the schedules, fees, group registration, or corporate packages.

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(Flexible scheduling — we are available to conduct HRO training on your chosen dates so your team trains when it’s most convenient.)

About Helideck Radio Operator Course

Total Avantgarde’s Helideck Radio Operator (HRO) course is designed for the Malaysian oil & gas sector, ensuring that participants gain the required knowledge, able to execute operational duties as HRO, and understand regulatory compliance required for safe helicopter operations. Participants are entailed to a three-day course, combining the theory classes, practical sessions, and assessments.


Participants will learn how to:

  • Conduct radio communication with helicopter pilots
  • Transmit weather information when requested by helicopter pilots
  • Manage normal and emergency communication procedures
  • Ensure safe communication practices during emergency situations
  • Record and maintain radio logs

Participants receive a certificate of competency upon successfully passing both theory & practical competency evaluations (both assessments are compliant with CAAM-approved standards and industry best practices).


WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course is ideal for:

  • Personnel nominated as Helideck Radio Operators
  • OIMs, Marine Captains, and supervisors
  • Helideck Landing Officers (HLO) involved in aviation communication
  • Existing Helideck Radio Operators seeking certification renewal

COURSE Duration:

Three (3) Days.

COURSE VALIDITY:

Two (2) years.

PRE-REQUISITES:

  • Experience working on offshore facilities or marine vessels
  • Adequate proficiency in English

Learn from Experienced Aviation Professionals

Total Avantgarde's Helideck Radio Operator trainers are experienced veteran Offshore Helicopter Pilots and/or Air Traffic Controllers with extensive knowledge in offshore aviation, helicopter communication, and aviation safety. Their real-world operational expertise provides participants with practical knowledge of radio communications, weather reporting, flight coordination, and emergency response procedures.

All trainers hold internationally recognised aviation qualifications, and are also fully authorised by the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) to deliver Helideck Radio Operator (HRO) training in Malaysia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes. CAAM requires personnel responsible for air-to-ground communication during offshore helicopter operations to be trained and competent.

The HRO handles radio communication, relays operational information, and supports Helicopter Landing Officers in ensuring safe helicopter operations.

Yes. Practical sessions include radio simulation, communication for normal and emergency operations.

Yes. This program is fully claimable under the HRD Corp Training Scheme.

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