Cobalt Aviation

The RPP is a great way to enjoy the world of flying; however, if you would like to carry more than one passenger, fly to different places, or add additional privileges to your permit, you will have to upgrade your RPP to a PPL. If you have held an RPP for years and want to upgrade it to a PPL now, or if your RPP was planned as a step towards your PPL all along, this is the place to look—fortunately for you, all of your experience gained while earning your RPP can be used towards earning your PPL.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENROLLMENT

In order to begin upgrading from the RPP to the PPL, you must hold an RPP and a valid Category 3 Medical Certificate or higher (talk to your Canadian Aviation Medical Examiner [CAME]). You must be at least 17 years of age in order to receive the Licence.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE

You will complete our 40 hour Private Pilot ground school. The ground school provides instruction on the following subjects: (1) Canadian Aviation Regulations, (2) Aerodynamics and Theory of Flight, (3) Meteorology, (4) Airframes, Engines, and Systems, (5) Flight Instruments, (6) Radio and Electronic Theory, (7) Navigation, (8) Flight Operations, (9) Licensing Requirements, and (10) Human Factors, including pilot decision-making.

As well, the applicant shall pass the Transport Canada administered written examination for the Private Pilot licence-Aeroplane (PPAER), as outlined in the Study and Reference Guide-Private Pilot Licence-Aeroplane (TP 12880E).

EXPERIENCE

There is a minimum of 45 hours of pilot flight training in aeroplanes. This shall include a minimum of 17 hours of dual flight instruction, of which a minimum of 3 hours shall be cross-country time, and 5 hours shall be instrument time.

As well, there is a minimum of 12 hours of solo flight time. This shall include a minimum of 5 hours cross-country time. The applicant must also complete a solo cross-country flight of a minimum of 150 nautical miles which shall include 2 full-stop landings at points other than the point of departure.

SKILL

Within the 12 months preceding the date of application for the licence, an applicant shall successfully complete a flight test to the standard outlined in the Flight Test Guide-Private Pilot Licence-Aeroplane (TP 13723E).

COSTS
Transport Canada Minimums

Ground School Tuition1 $300
Ground School Kit2 $250
8 Hours Dual (@$175/hr) $1400
5 Hours Solo (@$130/hr)4 $650
Ground Briefings (4 hrs@$45/hr)5 $180
Flight Test (Examiner fee + 1.5 hrs@$130/hr)6 $395
Medical Exam Fee7 $150
Transport Canada Fees8 $215
Total (without taxes) $3540

Realistic

Ground School Tuition1 $300
Ground School Kit2 $250
10 Hours Dual (@$175/hr)3 $1750
8 Hours Solo (@130/hr)4  $ 1040
Ground Briefings (5 hrs@$45/hr)5 $225
Flight Test (Examiner fee + 1.5hrs@$130/hr)6 $395
Medical Exam Fee7 $150
Transport Canada Fees8 $215
Total (without taxes) $4325                 

ALL quotes are approximate. Subject to verification and changes

1 If you completed your RPP with us this cost does not apply as the ground school tuition is good for life—pay once and you can take the ground school as many times as you like. Our RPP students complete the PPL ground school.

2 The Ground School Kit contains all of the books, maps, and supplies necessary to complete the permit. No other purchases are necessary, unless new maps are issued in the middle of your training. If you completed your RPP with us this cost does not apply

3 This is an estimate. The amount of dual time required is dependent on many factors.

4 This is an estimate. The amount of solo time required is dependent on many factors.

5 This is an estimate. For every dual flight there is about 30 minutes of briefing time. Each dual flight is approximately one hour. For example, with 10 hours of dual there are approximately 10 dual flights; therefore, there is about 5 hours of briefing (one half-hour for each dual flight).

6 Different examiners charge different fees. Transport Canada examiners charge $200, other Private Examiners may charge a different amount. As well, 1.5 hours for the flight test is an estimate.

7 Different Civil Aviation Medical Examiners (CAMEs) charge different fees. This is the fee that one particular CAME charges; you can shop around for lower prices if you choose.

8 This includes the fees payable to Transport Canada for: writing the written exam ($105), issuing the licence ($55), and processing of the Medical Certificate ($55).

FEE SCHEDULE

The dual flight training, solo flight training, and ground briefings can be paid for on either a pay-as-you-go basis, or you can put money on your account with us and costs will be deducted from your account as they arise. You will also need to enroll in ground school at some point (we strongly recommend doing it concurrently with your flight training); the cost is $550 for the ground school and materials, (unless you completed your RPP with us). We accept Visa, MasterCard, Debit, and Cash.

The Transport Canada fees are payable to the Receiver General of Canada and are due at the obvious times; for example, the fee for writing the written exam is due when you go to the Transport Canada office to write the exam.

STARTING

Once you’ve decided that the PPL is right for you, come on in to our hangar and talk to us. If you decide to start your training, you can book your first lesson with us. This lesson will be longer than the rest as we explain how everything operates and discuss the training program in more detail.