First, book an Introductory Flight. The introductory flight is a fun flight designed to introduce customers to aviation and flying. Customers / potential students requiring more information about flight training or aviation can book a FREE ‘INFO SESSION’ with our experienced Chief Flight Instructor who will be able to clarify any questions you might have.

English is the official language of Aviation. Transport Canada requires all license holders to be assessed as “Expert” (ICOA Level 6) or “Operational” (ICAO Level 4 or 5). All Students that are not native speakers of English will need to pass an official aviation English test over the telephone with a language examiner. Don’t worry. The test is a discussion about everyday topics and there is no need to have any experience in aviation. No studying required!

A valid medical certificate must be obtained from a Transport Canada Civil Aviation Medical Examiner. Students must hold a valid medical certificate before they can fly solo, however, a student is still able to begin their flight training with a flight instructor on board without a having a valid medical.

Executive Compass Flight Institute operates Cessna 172Ms. We have plans to introduce a multi-engine aircraft and the multi-engine training program by the end of the year.

Cost varies from student to student and is typically estimated based on Transport Canada minimum requirements. Information regarding program costs can be found under our programs page. Please communicate with the Chief Flight Instructor for more detailed estimates of costs for your training plan.

You can start flying as early as 14 years old, obtain a Recreational Permit when you are 16, and your Private Pilot License at 17 years old. Commercially Licensed Pilots need to be 18 years of age and there are no maximum age limits for obtaining your pilot licence.

Transport Canada requires license holders to complete ground school as part of their training. Students who enroll with Compass Flight will also be expected to complete Compass Flight’s ground school. Students will have the flexibility of starting at any time of the year and with unlimited attendance within 1 year of enrolling. Compass Flight offers five classes a week on a continuous cycle, so if you missed a class, feel free to drop in on any other classes offered to make it up!

Your PPL licence will come with a blanket type rating allowing you to fly all single-engine non-high performance, land aircraft. Meaning you can fly any aircraft that only has one engine, is not classified as a high-performance aircraft and operates on land only, not water. Essentially, you will be able to fly a Cessna 150, 152, 172, Diamond DA-20, DA-40, Cherokee and Piper Warrior to name a few. Additionally, you can pursue aircraft specific type ratings for high performance aircraft or obtain your float rating if you want to operate on water.

Students enrolled in a flight training program can request a Tuition and Enrolment Certificate (T2202a) from Compass Flight. This form allows you to write off your training on your personal taxes or transfer it to a parent. Please ask for more details, or review this link: CRA Qualifying Student.To know if you qualify, you are: • “For a month in a tax year is, in the month [-] enrolled at a designated educational institution in a specified educational [program that provides that each student in the program spend not less than 12 hours in the month on courses in the program” • “Have reached the age of 16 years before the end of the year” • “Be enrolled in the program to obtain skills for, or improve the individual’s skills in, an occupation”

Currently, Executive Compass Flight Institute will allow overnight rentals on a case-by-case basis only. Speak with our Chief Flight Instructor for more information.