Recreational Pilot Permit
A recreational permit allows you to fly, during the day, in VFR conditions, a single engine aircraft (no high-performance aircraft) that seats a maximum of 4 persons. Only 1 passenger can be on board and flights are limited to Canada. Easily upgradeable to the Private License. No ratings can be added to this permit.
Details
Prerequisites
- Training may begin at the age 14, however, you must be 16 in order hold the Recreational Pilot Permit.
- Class 4 medical, obtained from your family doctor
Requirements
- A minimum of 25 hours of flight training including:
- 15 hours dual
- Including 2 hours cross-country
- 5 hours solo
- 15 hours dual
- Although ground school is not required, we suggest the PPL ground school course (40 hours), which includes instruction on air law, meteorology, navigation, and general knowledge.
- Transport Canada flight and written exams are also required
Course Duration
Training is at the student’s pace and convenience. We recommend completing training in 3-4 months.
