Permits, Licenses and Ratings

Permit, Licenses & Ratings Description
Recreational

The Recreational Pilot Permit is the simplest and fastest way to start flying, although there are restrictions on where, when and what you can fly.

The requirements for a Recreational Pilot License — Aeroplane are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_22

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Private

The Private Pilot License gives you more flexibility and freedom to fly at different times and in different aircraft. Once you have your Private License, take your friends on a tour of the city.

The requirements for a Private Pilot License – Aeroplane are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_26

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Commercial

The Commercial Pilot License allows you to fly single engine aircraft carrying passengers for hire, and be employed as a salaried pilot by an aviation company.

The requirements for a Private Pilot License – Aeroplane are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_30

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Night Rating

If you have a Private Pilot License, you can then add a Night Rating for flying after dark. Otherwise you will be restricted to flight during daylight hours only. The night rating adds flexibility and utility to the Private License. It cannot be applied to the Recreational Pilot Permit.

The requirements for a Night Rating are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_42

 

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VFR Over The Top Rating

The VFR-Over-the-Top Rating allows you to fly on top of cloud layers, in weather that is otherwise good. This allows you to reach some destinations that you otherwise wouldn't be able to get to.

The requirements for a VFR Over The Top Rating are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_44

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Instrument Rating

An Instrument Rating lets you fly when the weather is not suitable for VFR flight alone. You can fly through cloud or in restricted visibility. This rating gives you the most flexibility to fly when the weather is not bright and sunny.

The requirements for a Instrument Rating are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_46

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Instructor Rating

An Instructor Rating course is definitely worth pursuing if you love your flying and want to share your excitement with others. In some ways it’s like learning to fly all over again, with the exception that you are learning so that you can teach others.

The requirements for an Instructor Rating are the following:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/Regserv/Affairs/cars/Part4/Standards/421.htm#421_69

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Multi-Engine Rating

A Multi-Engine Rating allows you to fly aircraft with more than one engine.

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Aerobatic Rating

The Aerobatic Rating allows you to fly aerobatics maneuvers. In addition to experiencing the satisfaction of planning and flying an aerobatics routine, pilots will find that they improve their stick and rudder skills, improve their situational awareness, and improve their ability to maneuver in an emergency situation.

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RCAF Preparation Course

The RCAF Preparation Course prepares those wishing to join Canadian Air Force.

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