Private Pilot License
A Private Pilot License (PPL) will allow you to fly almost anywhere, with passengers, in a Canadian-registered aircraft. It is also the foundation upon which ratings can be added.
Why Private Pilot License?
If you want to fly, the Private Pilot License is the best place to start. Whether you want to take friends and family up for some fun or you’re starting a career as a pilot, you’ll usually begin by getting your PPL.
The Private License program includes a comprehensive and engaging Ground School that parallels your dual flight instruction and solo practice. Endorsements such as the Night Rating, VFR-Over The Top Rating, Mountain Checkride, and Instrument Rating can be added to the Private Pilot License to open up exciting opportunities.
Program Elements
Ground School
60 hours In-Person Classroom
Saturday AM, 09:00 to 12:00
Taught by one of the most experienced Class 1 Instructor
Exam Preparation
20 hours, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Discounted rate for PRAA/ICA PPL Ground-School Students
Complete review of all material with emphasis on subjects covered in the PPL Exam
Review of 2 excellent PPL sample exams
Dedicated PPL Exam expert instructors
Guaranteed results including follow-up and help if required.
Transport Canada Minimum Requirements
Based on training at $180/h solo and $258/h dual:
17 years old
Category 1 or 3 Medical Certificate
60 hours of Private Ground School instruction @ $600.00
60% in each of the four sections of the PPAER written examination @ $235.00
45 hours of private flight training including
17 hours of dual instruction flight time including
3 hours cross-country
5 hours of instrument flight time, up to 3 hours on a simulator
12 hours solo flight time including:
5 hours cross-country, including a 150 nautical mile cross-country flight
16 hours of extra instruction and practice (8 hours dual and 8 hours solo)
20 hours briefing with the instructor
Complete Aviation Language Proficiency Test
Complete a flight test to the standard described in the Flight Test Guide
*This program does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) registrar of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills, and Training. As such, the registrar did not review this program.