Unit D 30460 Liberator Ave.

Abbotsford V2T 6H5

604-850-0290
www.principalair.ca

Professional Pilot Program

Welcome to Principal Air and congratulations on taking the first step
towards an exciting lifestyle. Few qualifications can match the challenge,
opportunity and satisfaction of achieving a pilot's licence!

Learning to become a professional pilot is an exciting process. Now that you have
decided to take the first step into aviation, this package will give you some information
on our personalized private pilot licence program.

The first step is to earn a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL). It will allow you to fly almost
any single engine aircraft under “visual flight rules”.
Step two is to earn your Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). Commercial training is
designed to focus on refining and developing your pilot skills to a commercial level. This
package will give you some information on our personalized Commercial Pilot Licence
program.

As per CAR’s 401.30(1), a Commercial Pilot Licence includes all the privileges of a
Private Pilot Licence and qualifies you to exercise the privileges of the Night rating, the
VFR-OTT rating, act as pilot-in-command of a single-pilot, single-engine aircraft, or a
more complex aircraft for which your licence is endorsed, or act as co-pilot of a multi-
pilot aircraft to provide commercial air service.

There are a number of pathways to a career in aviation. Commercial pilots may choose to
work toward advanced training beyond the Commercial Licence including: float training,
agricultural and fire suppression training, bush flying or multi-engine and instrument
training. Flight instruction is another option open to pilots holding a Commercial Licence
and many new commercial pilots find flight instruction a good way to earn experience
and enter the field of aviation.

This information package is intended to give you an idea of how your training will be
carried out. Keep in mind that our programs are flexible and will change to meet the
needs of each individual student. If you fly regularly and study the required readings
between each lesson, you will advance at a satisfying and rewarding pace.
PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE
REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE LICENSE

Minimum Age: 17 years

Medical Required: Class 3
Examinations to obtain STUDENT PILOT PERMIT and RADIO LICENSE (conducted in
our school)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Transport Canada requires:

Minimum Flight Time: 45 hours including the following:

Dual Flying (with instructor) 17 hours

Solo Flying 12 hours
Dual Cross Country 3 hours
Solo Cross Country 5 hours
Instrument Flying 5 hours

Ground School - 40 hours including the following subjects: Canadian Aviation

Regulations; Aerodynamics and Theory of Flight; Meteorology; Airframes, Engines, and
Systems; Flight Instruments; Radio and Electronic Theory; Navigation; Flight Operations;
Licensing Requirements; and Human Factors including pilot decision-making.

EXAMINATIONS AND FLIGHT TEST

Written Examination: Transport Canada’s written examination, PPAER, may be taken

in Vancouver or Abbotsford. A minimum of 60% in each of four areas – air law,
navigation, meteorology, aeronautics/general knowledge – is required as well as in the
overall written examination.

Flight Test / English Proficiency Test: Take place in house at the Abbotsford airport
by Transport Canada approved examiners.

PRIVILEGES OF LICENSE HOLDER

The Private Pilot License allows a holder to fly day VFR, domestic or foreign, in aircraft
up to 12,500 pounds with as many passengers as the aircraft is certified to carry. The
following ratings may be added to the Private Pilot license: night rating; VFR over the top
rating; multi-engine rating; instrument rating; and float endorsement.
COMMERCIAL PILOT LICENCE
REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE LICENCE

Minimum Age: 18 years and a valid Private Pilot Licence - Aeroplane

Medical Required: Class 1

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Transport Canada requires:

Minimum Instruction Time: 65 hours including the following:

Dual Flying (with instructor) 35 hours

Cross Country 5 hours
Instrument Time 20 hours
Night Flying 5 hours [2 hours cross country]
Solo Flying 30 hours
Cross Country 300 nautical miles
Night Flying 5 hours [10 take-offs and landings]

Total Flying Time [including Private Pilot Licence training] 200 hours
PIC 100 hours
Cross Country 20 hours

Ground School - 80 hours including the following subjects: Canadian Aviation

Regulations; Aerodynamics and Theory of Flight; Meteorology; Airframes, Engines, and
Systems; Flight Instruments; Radio and Electronic Theory; Navigation; Flight Operations;
Licensing Requirements; and Human Factors including pilot decision-making.

Course includes your Night Rating, VFR Over the Top (VFR-OTT) ratings.

EXAMINATIONS AND FLIGHT TEST

Written Examination: Transport Canada’s written examination, CPAER, may be taken

in Vancouver or Abbotsford. A minimum of 60% in each of four areas – air law,
navigation, meteorology, aeronautics/general knowledge – is required as well as in the
overall written examination.

Flight Test: Flight Tests take place in Abbotsford by Transport Canada approved
examiners.

PRIVILEGES OF LICENCE HOLDER

The Commercial Pilot Licence is the gateway to a professional career in aviation.

 Flight Training and Experience For a Private Pilot's Licence:

Typically each student will undertake approximately 35 to 40

hours of Dual flight instruction and 12 to 15 hours of Solo flight.

The flight training format is as follows:

Training Modules Flight Exercises Approximate

Flt Hrs
Introductory Ex. 1 – 9 3 Dual
Flights Attitudes & Movements, Straight & Level,
Climbs, Descents, Turns

During the initial phase of flight training, you will be introduced

to the aircraft and the world of flight. Under the supervision
of your instructor, you will learn to perform basic manoeuvres
and will develop a level of comfort with the machine in a variety
of situations. Gaining familiarity with the local area from the air
will be an important and enjoyable aspect of this initial phase
of your flight training.

Upper Airwork Ex. 10 – 15 5 Dual

Range & Endurance, Slow Flight, Stalls,
Spins, Spirals, Sideslips

During the second stage of flight training, under the direct supervision
of your instructor you will learn to perform more complex manoeuvres
with the aircraft. You will have an opportunity to explore some
of the more interesting aspects of flying and develop
the skills necessary for safe flight. Many of the skills required for
landing will be developed during this phase of flight training.

The Circuit Ex. 16 – 19, 29, 30 9 Dual

Take-off, Circuit, Landing, First Solo, 4 Solo
Soft Fields, Short Fields, Obstacles,
Crosswind, Radio Communication,
Emergency Procedures

In the circuit, first under the direct supervision of your instructor

and later as a student pilot flying solo, you will learn to safely take off
and land the aircraft.
You will also explore more advanced techniques used for short, cross-wind
and soft-field situations. Radio and emergency procedures will
also be part of your training.
By the end of this phase of training you will be able to safely fly
the aircraft on your own!
Training Modules Flight Exercises Approximate
Flt Hrs

Lower Airwork Ex. 20, 21, 22, 4-5 Dual

Illusions, Precautionary Landings, 3 Solo
Forced Landings, Diversions

Now that you know how to fly, it’s time to expand your training
to include more advanced techniques.
During this phase of flight training you will learn and experience
the effects of wind, how to safely land the aircraft in the event of
an emergency, low level navigation techniques and
how to perform landings away from an aerodrome.

Instrument Ex. 24 5 Dual

Flying Full Panel, Limited Panel,
Unusual Attitudes, Radio Navigation

Instrument flight is a required part of the training for any private pilot.
You will learn to fly the aircraft safely under instruments
in the event that visual reference is temporarily lost and how
to recover from any unusual attitudes that can result from turbulence or
momentary loss of control. This is a particularly valuable
aspect of the training and great fun, as well.

Cross Country Ex. 23 5 Dual

Flights Navigation, 5 Solo
Departure & Enroute Procedures,

Cross country flights are one of the highlights of flight training.

You will learn proper navigation techniques while you explore,
first with your instructor and then on your own,
several local airports and, as a culmination to your training,
set off on a 150 nautical mile adventure. For many people,
this part of the training is the pay-off for all their hard work.

Flight Test Prep Review 2-3 Dual

2-3 Solo

Finally, you will prepare for your flight test.

The time required depends entirely on each particular student.
You may need very little review or you may require a bit more practice
to bring you to flight test standards. At Principal Air we train our students
to perform to a high standard, so that on your flight test you will be able
to earn your license on the first try.
 Flight Training and Experience For a Commercial Pilot's Licence:

Each commercial student will undertake a minimum of 35

hours dual flight instruction and 30 hours of supervised solo flight.
In addition, a commercial candidate must complete a minimum
100 hours Pilot-in-Command time and a minimum 200 hours total
flight time to qualify for the licence.

The flight training format is as follows:

Training Modules Flight Exercises Approximate

Flt Hrs
Night Instrument Flight, Dual and Solo Night 10 Dual
Rating 5 Solo
Normally, the night rating is the first stage in your commercial
training program. You will review and expand your knowledge
and skills of instrument flying and complete a minimum of 5 additional
hours of instrument flight beyond the Private Pilot Licence level.
You will also complete a minimum of 5 dual and 5 solo night hours
including a minimum of 2 hours cross-country flight and a minimum
of 10 takeoffs and landings. At the completion of this phase of your
program you may apply for the addition of the night rating priviledges
to your Private Pilot Licence.

Commercial Review of Flight Exercises 5-7 Dual

Proficiency 10 Solo
Under the supervision of your instructor you will review and practice
each of the flight exercises you learned as a private pilot and bring
your skills to the commercial level. The key part of this aspect of training
will be to achieve commercial standard for each of the exercises
including: slow flight, stalls, steep turns, instrument flight, forced
approaches, precautionary landings, diveresions, circuit
procedures and takeoffs and landings. Commercial flying is based on
a very procedural approach to aviation. Cockpit and resource
management, human factors, use of SOP's and situational awareness
will all be important parts of your training.

Instrument Instrument Flight, Radio Navigation Aids 20 Dual

Flight
The Commercial Pilot Licence requires that you complete a minimum
of 20 hours instrument time. In addition, you will
learn to use radio navigation airs--VOR and ADF--to assist in
navigation. You will have ample opportunity to practice your radio
navigation skills on your various cross-country adventures.
The five hours completed as part of your night rating counts toward
the total 20 hours required instrument time.
Continued

Training Modules Flight Exercises Approximate

Flt Hrs

Cross Country Navigation, Departure & Enroute Procedures. 20 Solo

Flights

Cross country flights are one of the highlights of flight training.

You will complete a minimum of 20 hours cross country flying.
This will include a minimum 300 nautical mile flight authorized
by your instuctor and ample opportunity to practice your navigation,
radio navigation and piloting skills.

Flight Test Prep Review 2-3 Dual

2-3 Solo
Finally, you will prepare for your flight test.
The time required depends entirely on each particular student.
You may need very little review or you may require a bit more practice
to bring you to flight test standards. At Principal Air we train our students
to perform to a high standard, so that on your flight test you will be able
to earn your license on the first try.
COST ESTIMATE Professional Pilot Program (includes Private Pilot Licence, Night Rating, VFR OTT
and Commercial Pilot licence based on minimum requirements on a Cessna 152 our Cessna 172 is
currently $225 per hour)

100 hours dual $195/plane/hour

$ 70/instructor/hour
Total/hour $265 $26500.00
100 hours solo/PIC $195/plane/hour $19500.00
Ground Schools (Private and Commercial in class) $1000.00
Pilot Supplies, program registration fees International (agency referrals): $2000.00
Pilot Supplies, program registration fees Domestic non-agency students: $500.00

Ground Briefing (approx. 20 hours)

$70/instructor/hour $1400.00
Class 1 Aviation Medical (approximate) $225.00
Medical Processing Fee (Transport Canada) $57.00
License application and processing fees
(PPL, Night and CPL) $350.00
Flight Tests + Language Test (Transport Canada DFTE) $1000.00
Written Tests $355.00
TOTAL Before Tax: $52,887.00
Total Including Taxes (approximate) $55,550.00
*Most student will also fly one of the 4 seat aircraft which will add a little to the overall costs we
also recommend budgeting for an addition 10 to 15% for overages

For a two-year program first year costs would be approximately $20,000 the
remainder of the cost would be in the second year.

Additional Ratings (Multi and IFR training are option rating and are done at another school)
Multi Engine Rating $9000.00
IFR Rating $17,000.00
Flight instructor Rating $12,500.00
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*It is very important to remember that all these prices are approximate. The length of training
needed depends on a number of factors and costs will vary accordingly prices are subject to change.
Prices plus GST 5% and PST 7% where applicable.