Private Pilot Flight Test
Transport Canada Private Pilot Flight Test
Service Description
Private Pilot Flight Test (Aeroplane) Conducted in accordance with Canadian Aviation Regulation (CAR) 428, Schedule 1 The Private Pilot Flight Test (Aeroplane) is the final step toward obtaining a Private Pilot Licence (PPL). Conducted in accordance with CAR 428 – Flight Test Standards, Schedule 1, this evaluation ensures that candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and decision-making ability required to act as pilot-in-command of a single-engine aircraft under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). This test measures both technical proficiency and sound airmanship — confirming that the candidate can safely conduct all phases of flight from pre-flight to shutdown.
Cancellation Policy
Flight Test Booking Policy 1. General Booking Requirements • All flight test bookings must be made a minimum of seven (7) days in advance. • Bookings must be submitted by the instructor recommending the candidate for the flight test. • Exception: For Flight Instructor Renewal Flight Tests, the instructor candidate may make their own booking. • Bookings are accepted subject to examiner availability and may be confirmed once all required information is provided. 2. Cancellations and Changes • No cancellation or change fees apply under any circumstances. • Flight tests may be cancelled or rescheduled at any time due to: • Weather conditions • Student readiness • Aircraft unserviceability • The examiner reserves the right to cancel, delay, or reschedule a flight test at any time if conditions are unsuitable for safe flight or proper test conduct. 3. Weather Minimums All flight tests are conducted under Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) and are subject to weather cancellations. The following minimum weather requirements apply: Private Pilot Licence (PPL) - 6 statute miles - 3,000 feet AGL Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) - 6 statute miles - 4,000 feet AGL Flight Instructor Rating (FIR) - 6 statute miles - 3,000 feet AGL 4. Aircraft Requirements • The recommending instructor is responsible for supplying a serviceable, properly equipped aircraft suitable for the test being conducted. All aircraft must: • Meet applicable airworthiness standards; • Have valid documentation (C of A, C of R, insurance, weight and balance, journey log, etc.); • Be configured for dual flight controls where required. ⸻ 5. Examiner Discretion • The examiner retains discretion to postpone or terminate a test at any stage if conditions become unsafe, if documentation is incomplete, or if the aircraft or candidate is unprepared. • Rescheduling will be offered at no additional cost. ⸻ 6. Communication • All booking confirmations and changes must be made in writing (email or booking form). • Weather decisions are typically made on the day of the flight test, based on the latest METAR and TAF information.
Contact Details
6043126514
flighttraining@hangar5aviation.com
348 52 Street, Delta, BC, Canada