As a Helicopter Pilot, you will need to master following:

• address aircraft mechanical issues
• air traffic control operations
• air transport law
• aircraft flight control systems
• airport planning
• apply signalling control procedures
• aviation meteorology
• civil aviation regulations
• common aviation safety regulations
• comply with air traffic control operations
• ensure aircraft compliance with regulation
• ensure compliance with civil aviation regulations
• implement airside safety procedures
• inspect aircraft
• operate two-way radio systems
• perform flight manoeuvres
• perform routine flight operations checks
• perform take off and landing
• respond to changing navigation circumstances
• undertake procedures to meet helicopter flight requirements
• use meteorological information

More generally, a helicopter pilot is also versed in:

• comply with checklists
• ensure ongoing compliance with regulations
• follow verbal instructions
• freight transport methods
• geographic areas
• handle stressful situations
• have spatial awareness
• interpret visual literacy
• operate cockpit control panels
• operate radar equipment
• operate radio equipment
• operate radio navigation instruments
• perform risk analysis
• read 3D displays
• read maps
• undertake procedures to meet aircraft flight requirements
• use different communication channels
• visual flight rules

It also helps to know the following:

• carry out navigational calculations
• create a flight plan
• act reliably
• have computer literacy