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.
Develop Stronger Skills and Knowledge
Teaching others reinforces your own understanding making you a more confident and capable pilot.
Launch a Professional Aviation Career
It provides valuable experience that is highly respected by airlines and commercial operators.
Make a Meaningful Impact
It’s a rewarding path where you directly contribute to student success and aviation safety.
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
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
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
