Updates Ahead:
Our Aviation Management Program is under construction with BIG things ahead for our students. Check back for more information, and for the opening of applications for the updated program.
Aviation Management certificate
Back again and better than ever, Brandon Flight Centre and Assiniboine College are teaming up to offer students a Certificate in Aviation Management. This two-year program, open to both domestic and international applicants, takes students from the ground up and launches them into an exciting career in the aviation industry.
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Students will graduate with a Commercial Pilot License including 200* hours of flight time and valuable business knowledge to set you up for success no matter where your career takes you. Courses include Transport Canada flight training from first flight to the completion of your Commercial Pilot License. Customize your future with additional ratings and training upon graduation to create the career path right for you.
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Graduates will not only be safety conscious and effective pilots, but also valuable community members, crew leaders and innovators to the future of aviation and aerospace in Canada and around the world.
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*Based on our standardized curriculum. Students who vary from that curriculum will be charged for their actual flight training hours at the published hourly rate in effect at that time.
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Final Application deadline for domestic students is
June 30th, 2024
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Deposit is due at time of acceptance
and no later than
August 1, 2025
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Category 1 Aviation Medical certificate
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Manitoba Grade 12 diploma or equivalent​
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Math: Calculus & Vectors*
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Physics: Strongly recommended but not required
Strong applicants who do not have Calculus & Vectors may be able to complete this training through AC Upgrading credits. See AC for more details.
Canadian Students
International Students
Entry requirements
International Students
Final application deadline for International students is
March 30, 2024
Deposit is due at time of acceptance
and no later than
April 30th, 2025
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Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
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​official transcript must be included​
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English 40S required
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Math 40S required
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Physics 40 recommended but not requiredMinimum IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no band under 6.0
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Category 1 Aviation Medical
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Additional Information for international students can be found here.
Advanced Placement
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The Aviation Management Certificate is designed for students with no previous flight experience. Students with previous flight training hours must complete a flight review to customize their training plan. Advanced placement students will be given credit for a maximum of 45 flight hours and will be required to complete BFC ground school. Speak to the Program Coordinator for more details and to choose the best option for you.
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Please see the payment schedule for 2024 below. 2025 schedule TBA.
Students who deviate from the established flight curriculum are responsible for all additional training expenses.
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Q & A session on the Aviation Management Certificate Program
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More questions to be posted here as they arrive. Thank you everyone for joining us!
Courses
Course schedule and content is subject to change. Flight training takes place at Brandon Flight Centre, academic courses are located at Assiniboine Community College.
Term 1
Private Pilot Air Law & General Knowledge
Introduction to Flight
Restricted Radio Operator -Aeronautics
Software Navigation
Professional Communication
Math For Pilots 1
Term 3
Commercial Air Law & General Knowledge
Human Factors
Commercial Instrument & Night Flying
French For Flight Services
Leadership and Delegation
PR & Community Relations
Math For Pilots 2
Term 2
Private Pilot Navigation & Meteorology
Private Pilot Navigation
Marketing Principles
Project management
Intercultural Awareness & Citizenship
Stress Management
Term 4
Commercial Navigation & Meteorology
Winter Survival Training
Commercial Cross Country Flying
Aviation Policy Applications
Airline Management
Personal & Business Ethics
Engines & Electronics
Multi IFR (optional)