Recreational Pilot Permit

  • Permit Requirements

    • Must be 14 years of age to obtain a Student Pilot Permit, 16 years of age to apply for the Recreational Pilot Permit.
    • Possess prior to solo a category 4, 3 or 1 medical certificate.
    • Must successfully complete and pass a written examination and a flight test.
    • Complete a minimum of 25 hours total flight time, consisting of a minimum of 15 hours dual and a minimum of 5 hours solo.
    • Candidates should but are not required to complete a minimum of 40 hours of ground school instruction.
  • Course Estimate

  • Note: Flight training times are based on Transport Canada minimums more training may be required.
    Note: All pricing subject to change without notice.
  • 45 Hours Ground School (includes all materials) – optional
    $700.00
  • Cessna 172
    15 Hours Dual Flight Training @ $289/hr
    $4,335.00
    10 Hours Solo Flight Time @ $210/hr
    $2,100.00
  • Preparatory Ground Instruction/Flight Briefings
    15 Hours @ $79/hr
    $1185.00
  • Recreational Pilot Permit
    $8,320.00

Other Information:

  • At course commencement ensure that you have a copy of both the Transport Canada Flight Test Guide and the Study and Reference Guide.