This course is designed for 55 hours Over 40 weeks program at VAC to prepare you as a Class 4 Flight Instructor. This opens the door to your career as an Instructor Pilot as you work your way towards your career goals.

With a Class 4 Instructor Rating you will be allowed to conduct flight training for the issue of licences and permits. The new instructor must teach under the supervision of a class I or II instructor

An applicant shall have knowledge about following subjects:

Transport Canada Flight Instructor Guide, 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.

an applicant shall successfully complete a flight test as Flight Instructor of an aeroplane in accordance with CARs “Flight Test for the Issuance of a Commercial Pilot Licence – Aeroplane” of Standard 428 – Conduct of Flight Tests.

 

Students’ progress in the program is measured by their successful completion of the courses listed in the program outlines; a minimum of 80% of the all course marks as well as each assessment component of the courses is required to successfully complete the program.

Flight experience: 30 hours total

    • 5 hours must be Instrument training

 

Ground Training: Minimum 25 hours of Ground School. 

 A minimum of 80% mark for each of the program’s courses as  indicated in “Students Assessment Methods” as well as a minimum          of 100% in attendance as indicated in “Attendance Expectations”

Evaluation Factors                                                                Values

Examinations:                                                                         20%

Final Examination                                                                  70%

Regular Assignment                                                               10%

 

Flight Instructor Rating issuance  is subjected to obtain minimum 70% score in TC written Exam and passing successfully the Flight Test.
  • Over 18 years of age, Commercial Pilot License, Intermediate English Level (Minimum IELTS 6, or CELPIP 7,or ICAO LPR level 4)   , Aviation Medical Exam class 1.
This program duration is 55 hours over 40 weeks.

Average homework hours: 25 hours per week, these include supervised self-study, case studies and projects.

The program is delivered: In-class / In-Airplane / Online instruction
Flight Instructor Guide , Ground Up, Flight Training Manual, Advance Pilot Manual, Plotter, Flight Computer (E6B or CX2), Pilot Training Record (PTR), Logbook, and Vancouver VNC/VTA Charts, and Pilot Operating Handbook , TC Pilot license references guide ,
CODE NAME WEEKS HOURS
IP 01 Flight Instructor GROUND SCHOOL 14 25
IP 02 30 Hrs Dual Flight 16 30
IP 03 20 Hrs Solo flight (Optional ) 10 20
 
     

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The flight instructor program at Vancouver Aviation College is truly world-class, offering students a unique and exceptional learning experience. What sets our program apart is the emphasis on bridging students to first-hand experience instructors. We firmly believe that learning from airline pilots, who possess extensive real-world knowledge and expertise, adds an unparalleled dimension to the training process.

At Vancouver Aviation College, we have carefully curated a team of instructors who are not only highly qualified but also actively working as airline pilots. This ensures that our students benefit from the latest industry insights, current best practices, and invaluable practical experience. Learning from these seasoned professionals exposes students to the realities of the aviation industry, equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary to excel in their careers.

We do our course as a group of 4 to 8 students which also allows you to collaborate on the development of your lesson plans, and learn from others experiences. You might even make a few new friends.

“This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training.”