Recreational Pilot Permit
Recreational Training
A recreational pilot permit has many additional restrictions over a private pilot license but that doesn't mean that it might not be the right choice for you. It's perfect for students too young to hold a full private license but ready to fly without supervision, or for pilots who just want to fly for fun. If you decide to upgrade to a Private License down the road, its an easy upgrade!
Entrance Requirements
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Must hold a minimum of a category 4 Aviation medical certificate
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No minimum age to start! Must be 14 years or older to hold a student pilot permit, 16 years old to hold the recreational permit.
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Course Contents
RPPAE or PPEAR written exam 60% overall and
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60% in all 4 mandatory areas (air law, navigation, meteorology and aeronautics)
25 hours of flight training including
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15 hours minimum dual flight time including
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2 hours dual cross country
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5 hours solo flight time
Training | Cost Per Hour | Total Cost |
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Flight Kit | $430.00 | |
Ground School (Optional but recommended) | $450.00 | |
Dual Instruction | 20 Hours @ $310.00 | $6,200.00 |
Solo Flight Time | 5 Hours @ $225.00 | $1,125.00 |
Written Exam & Flight Test | $435.00 | |
Student Fees | $60.00 | |
Total Minimum Cost | $8,700.00+Tax |
*This calculation is an estimate, costs will vary based on students experience and training hours needed.*
Student Pilot Permit
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Age: 14
Medical: Category 4
Test: PSTAR (90% to pass)
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Allows student pilots to conduct solo flights while under the direct supervision of a flight instructor. No passengers may be carried at any time.
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Recreational Pilot Permit
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Age: 16
Medical: Category 4
Test: RPPAE/ PPEAR written exams (60% or higher to pass)
Recreational Pilot Flight Test
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Allows pilots to fly a single engine aircraft with a maximum of 1 passenger anywhere in Canada during daylight VFR conditions only.
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Private Pilot License
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Age: 17
Medical: Category 3
Test: PPEAR written exams (60% or higher to pass)
Private Pilot Flight Test
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Allows pilots to fly a Canadian registered single engine, non-high performance aircraft. A PPL license can be validated with additional ratings for more flexibility.