Private Pilot License (PPL)
Private Pilot License (PPL) is a 3–6 months program and may cost students around 18,000 $ (including fuel surcharge and 5% tax). As a Canadian, you can pay as you proceed in your training.
Once you register with us, you will have access to both in-person (80 hours) and online ground school. You will be provided with:
1- In person Ground School (400 hrs)
2- Online Ground school
3- Learning Management System (Access to all materials on your phone)
4- Flight Training Management System to track your training live.
5- Text Books and other course materials
As a domestic student, you can pay as you go for your training invoice by invoice. You just need to pay 4,250$ at the beginning to cover:
- 250$ admission fee
- 1,000 $ deposit on hold
- 700 $ textbooks
- 750 $ course materials (Online ground school, Learning Management System, Flight Training Management System) to access all learning materials and you’re training live.
- 1200$ ground school
- The remaining amount would be credited to your account for first couple of flights Then you will pay rest of your training as you proceed invoice by invoice.
Pilot Training contain two main components:
1- Flight Training
2- Ground school
At Vancouver Aviation College (VAC), ground school sessions are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM throughout the year. Both in-person and online ground schools follow the same lesson plan, allowing students to catch up online if they miss a session.
Moreover, Flight schedules are arranged flexibly to suit both the students and the college.
The duration of pilot training at Vancouver Aviation College varies depending on several factors, including student availability, weather conditions, and individual preparedness. Students who have flexible schedules and can commit to frequent training sessions often progress more quickly. Weather conditions also play a significant role, as adverse weather can delay flight schedules. Additionally, the level of preparedness with which a student approaches their training can significantly impact the speed of their progress. Those who study diligently, practice consistently, and arrive well-prepared for each session tend to advance through the program more rapidly.
We only operate on Cessna 172 at VAC
- Over 17 years of age
- Intermediate English Level
- Aviation Medical Exam class 3 or 1
Learning Objectives
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 pilot-in-command of an airplane in accordance with CARs “Flight Test for the Issuance of a Private Pilot Licence – Aeroplane” of Standard 428 – Conduct of Flight Tests.
Method(s) of Evaluation
-Students’ progress in the program is measured by their successful completion of the courses listed in the program outlines; a minimum of 80% of all course marks as well as each assessment component of the courses is required to successfully complete the program.
Completion Requirements
Flight Training: Minimum 45 hours total
- 12 hours solo (pilot in command of the aircraft)
- 17 hours dual (flying with an instructor)
- 16 hours solo or dual
Ground Training: Minimum 40 hours of Ground School:
- A minimum of 80% mark for each of the program’s courses as indicated in “Students Assessment Methods”
- A minimum of 100% in attendance as indicated in “Attendance Expectations”
Program Duration
Private Pilot License issuance is subjected to obtaining a minimum 60% score in TC written Exam and passing successfully the Flight Test. This program duration is 24 weeks on average but you may choose to complete in fast track 3 months.
Homework Hours
Average homework hours expectation in this program is 25 hours per week which includes students’ required work on chapter quizzes, case studies and projects
Delivery Method(s)
- In-class
- In-Airplane
- Online instruction
Required course materials
- Ground Up Flight Training Manual Plotter
- Flight Computer (E6B or CX2)
- Pilot Training Record (PTR)
- Logbook
- Vancouver VNC/VTA Charts
- Pilot Operating Handbook
Note: Private pilot license (PPL) 45 hours is the minimum requirement stated by Transport Canada. Every student is different and you may need more training than 45 hours to successfully complete the program.
This program does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training. As such, PTIB did not review this program.” |
Start Date
We have rolling intake, so you can start your program at any time of the year.As soon as you are registered, you will meet your instructor and can start your training.
Program Brochure
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