Instructor Ratings
Teach a new generation of pilots.
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Instructor Rating
A rewarding way to build hours and stay sharp, the Instructor Rating qualifies you to train new pilots. You'll gain a deeper understanding of theory, learn advanced flight demonstration techniques, and build valuable teaching skills.
Why Get a Instructor Rating?
Build Flight Experience Faster
It allows pilots to log consistent time while refining precision, decision-making, and overall airmanship.
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Develop Stronger Skills and Knowledge
Teaching others reinforces your own understanding making you a more confident and capable pilot.
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Launch a Professional Aviation Career
It provides valuable experience that is highly respected by airlines and commercial operators.
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Make a Meaningful Impact
It’s a rewarding path where you directly contribute to student success and aviation safety.
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Open Doors to Advancement
With experience, instructors can progress through higher instructor classes, take on leadership roles, or move into specialized training such as instrument or multi-engine instruction.
Training Requirements
Flight Hours:
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A minimum of 30 hours of dual flight training including
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5 hours instrument training, can be done in a flight simulator
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Ground School:
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Minimum 25 hours of ground school
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Skill Requirement:
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Must pass the Transport Canada AIRAF Exam
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Must pass the Transport Canada Instructor Rating Exam
Estimated Duration & Costs
​Estimated Duration:
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Approximately 3 to 6 months full time
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Approximately 12 months or more part time​
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Flexible schedules​
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Training is done at the students convenience
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Estimated Costs:
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$12,000 approximately, which varies by hours flown
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This prices are an estimation of:
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Flight hours​
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Ground briefings
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Flight test and Written Exam Fees
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*This calculation is an estimate, costs will vary based on students experience and training hours needed.*
Prerequisites
Entrance Requirements
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Canadian Commercial Pilot Licence or having completed CPL flight test to join Ground school classes
Medical Certificate​
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Category 1 Canadian Aviation Medical certificate
Language Proficiency​
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Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English;
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Aviation Language Proficiency Demonstration score of 6 required
