Recreational Pilot Permit
The Recreational Permit (RPP) is a great way to start flying for a very reasonable cost.
Privileges
Fly for the fun of it!
Fly any four-place airplane with one passenger in Canada.
Easy upgrade to a Private Pilot License

Prerequisite:

16 Birthdays
Class 4 medical. Obtained from your family doctor

Course requirements

A minimum of 25 hours of flight training including:

  • 15 hours dual (with Instructor)
  • 5 hours solo

Although ground school is not required we suggest at least 20 hours ground school. Including instruction on Air Law, Meteorology, Navigation, and Aeronautical General knowledge. A Transport Canada Flight and Written Test are also required.
Duration
Training is at the students pace and convenience. The course will take 3-4 weeks if full time, 3 months if part time (2 lessons a week)
Cost Breakdown  
17 hours dual in a Cessna 152 @ $125 per hour $2,125 
8 hours solo in a Cessna 152 @ $85 per hour $680
10 hours preparatory ground instruction @ $27 per hour $270
Ground School course (optional) and pilot kit (P.S.T.included)   $594
Flight Test, Written Exam, Radio Licence, Student Permit, Licence Fee (no tax)   $440
Aviation Medical Fee  (can use Family Physician)     $25
TAX (GST)             $257
Total             $4,391

These prices are based on the legal minimum time for each course. Some students will require more than the minimum to complete the courses. On average

students require 25-30 hours to complete the RPP, for a cost of $4500 to $5000

Payment can be made by cash, cheque, and debit card.  Payment is expected before flight and may be paid as training progresses.
All Fees are in Canadian Funds