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ABOUT FLIGHT TRAINING

BDA Flight Training caters to the Private Aircraft Owners. Locate in Calgary, Alberta, we have extensive experienced in operating at Calgary's two major airports. However our staff have flown across British Columbia, The Rocky Mountains, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New-Brunswick and the USA, accumulating untold flight hours of experience in various geographical area.

Calgary Springbank Airport (CYBW)

Only minutes west of Calgary, Alberta, the Springbank airport is well suited for flight training. Students and private aircraft owners generate the majority of the 180 000 movements a year. Within a few minutes west of Springbank are the foothills and the Canadian Rockies. With mountains, densely forested areas and rugged terrain next to wide-open prairie, Pilots learn to fly over diverse climate and terrain. In close proximity are Sundree, High River, Olds/Disbury, Okotoks and Airdrie aerodrome allowing students to train in uncontrolled airspace

Calgary International Airport (CYYC)

East of the Springbank airport is the city of Calgary and Canada’s 4th busiest airport, the Calgary International Airport. Flights in the Calgary International Terminal Control Airspace provide pilots with a dynamic and unique perspective of high-density traffic in a busy flight environment. In Close proximity are Beiseker, Drumheller and Three Hills Aerodromes, and wide open prairies. Pilots gained first hand experience in operating in a

controlled environment.

ABOUT GROUNDSCHOOL

Ground school is an essential segment of flight training and is often overlooked. In-depth information given by experienced and knowledgeable staff in a friendly atmosphere, prepares the student for the Transport Canada written examination. Our Transport Canada certified Instructors brings real-life experience in the classroom. We provide the following:

Aeroplanes: Private Pilot License, Commercial Pilot License, Instruments, Mountain Flights, Night Flying, Crew Resources Management, Jet Engine (Turbine) theory, and Flight Dispatcher.

Helicopters: Private Pilot licence, Commercial Pilot Licence and Turbine (Jet Engine) theory

STUDY & REFERENCE GUIDE

Canadian Aviation Regulations (AIRCREW)

* Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR's)

* Aircrew Study and Reference Guide

* Aeroplane Flight Test Standards and Guides

* Transport Canada Manuals

GETTING STARTED

A primary requirement is the Transport Canada Aviation Medical. A category 1 is required for Commercial Pilot and a Category 3 for Private Pilot. The results must be received from Transport Canada before you can do your first solo. A delay getting the process started may hold you up at a later date. A doctor that is approved by Transport Canada must perform the aviation medical. Alberta Health Care will not cover the cost.

The learning rate differs from individual to individual. Certain factors may be out of your control such as poor weather, but there are many things you can do that will make a real difference. Human nature limits how long we remember details, so doing your training in a relatively short time will help keep things fresh. Being prepared for each lesson also makes a large difference in your progress. You will be inform of what to study for the next lesson or lessons, by doing so you will be more informed and have a better understanding of the material.

Flying

Many lessons will involve a flight as you would expect but we also do a number of ground lessons. Before a student is ready to learn a new exercise in the aircraft they will need a basic understanding of what they are trying to accomplish and why. A preparatory ground lesson will normally cover more than one exercise and your instructor will inform you of an upcoming lesson so you can read about it in the Flight Training Manual ahead of time. This will insure maximum benefit during the flight portion. Keep in mind that a lesson does not equate to an hour. Many lessons include a number of exercises so any given lesson may be one booking or it may be several.

The Ground school

Theory of Flight: The forces that act on an aircraft in flight. The functions and design of flight controls, propellers, airfoils etc...

Engine and Airframe: Airframe construction and components, and engine types Fuel systems, electrical and environmental controls, flight instruments etc…

Air Law/ CAR’s: Regulations and “rules of the air”. Air traffic control procedures, airspace etc…

Meteorology: How it affects an aircraft in flight. Temperature, atmospheric pressure, air masses, clouds, fronts and frontal weather systems. Reading and decoding aviation weather information.

Aircraft Performance: The proper use of flight planning performance charts as published in the aircraft operating manuals

Navigation and Nav-Aids: Preparation for cross-country flights. Navigational instruments, aeronautical charts and other publications used for navigation.

Pilot Decision-Making & Human Factors: The “Human factors” involved in flight.

PILOT LICENSE & RATING

Private Pilot License

The Private Pilot License: An internationally recognized license, the holder of a Canadian Private Pilot License can fly almost anywhere in the world under day-time Visual Flight Rules (VFR). For the career oriented Pilot this is the first rating that you must obtain. Additional privileges may be added to the PPL such as Night Rating, Multi-Engine, VFR-Over the Top, Instrument rating (IFR), Floats etc.

Minimum Age: Private Pilot License – 17 years

Medical Fitness: Medical Certificate Category 3 or 1

Knowledge: 40 hours of Ground School

Written Examination:

*4 sections (Air Law, Navigation, Meteorology & Aeronautics)

*Minimum 60% on each section

*Refer to: Transport Canada Study & Reference Guide

Experience and skills:

*Training minimum of 45 Hours total time

*Minimum 17 Hours dual (3 hours cross-country, 5 hours instruments)

*Minimum 12 hours solo (5 hours cross-country)

Flight Test: Refer to Transport Canada Flight Test Standards

Reference: Canadian Aeronautical Regulation (CAR) 421.26

Note: The Above Information is based on Transport Canada minimum requirements.

VFR Over The Top (VFR-OTT)

VFR-Over The Top: This rating allows non-instruments (IFR) rated Pilots to fly above clouds layers under certain weather conditions.

Minimum Age:17 years

Prerequisite: Private Pilot License

Medical Fitness: Medical Certificate Category 3

Knowledge: An applicant for VFR-OTT rating shall acquire a standard of knowledge in

accordance with the Flight Instructor Standard, VFR-OTT

Written Examination:

*Ground School – Not required

*Written examination – Not required

Experience and skills:

*Training minimum of 15 Hours Instruments time

*Minimum of 15 Hours Dual Instruments

*Applicant for VFR-OTT Rating shall acquire a level of skill in accordance with the

Flight Instructor Standard VFR-OTT.

Flight Test: Not Required

Note: The Above Information is based on Transport Canada minimum requirements.

Night Rating

The Night Rating: The Night Rating allows to you operate at Night in VFR weather conditions. The Night Rating is also part of the Commercial Pilot License.

Minimum Age: 17 years

Prerequisite: Private Pilot License

Medical Fitness: Medical Certificate Category 3

Knowledge: An applicant for a night rating shall have reached the level of

Knowledge specified in the Flight Instructor Standard.

Written Examination:

*Ground School – Not required

*Written examination – Not required

Experience and skills:

*Training minimum of 20 Hours total time

*Minimum of 5 Hours Dual Night (2 hours cross-country)

*Minimum of 10 Hours Dual Instruments (Including 5 hour instruments from Private

Pilot License)

*Minimum of 5 Hours Solo Night (Including 10 take-off, Landing and Circuit)

*Applicant for Night Rating shall have reached the level of skill specified in the Flight

Instructor Standard

Flight Test: Not Required

Reference: Canadian Aeronautical Regulation (CAR) 421.42

Note: The Above Information is based on Transport Canada minimum requirements.

Commercial Pilot License

The Commercial Pilot License: The Canadian Commercial Pilot License is the “ticket” which will allow you to fly for hire. It is the first step towards a career in aviation. The Commercial Pilot License includes the Night Rating and the VFR-Over the top endorsement. Additional Rating to the Commercial Pilot License is the Multi-Engine and IFR rating.

Minimum Age: 18 years

Medical Fitness: Medical Certificate Category 1

Prerequisite: Private Pilot License

Knowledge: 40 hours of Ground School

Written Examination:

*4 sections (Air Law, Navigation, Meteorology & Aeronautics)

*Minimum 60% on each section

*Refer to: Transport Canada Study & Reference Guide

Experience and skills:

*Training minimum of 200 Hours total time

*Minimum 35 Hours dual (5 hours cross-country, 20 hours instruments, 5 hours night including 2 hours night cross-country)

*Minimum 30 hours solo (5 hours cross-country 300 NM radius, 5 hours night)

*100 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) including 20 hours cross-country

Flight Test: Refer to Transport Canada Flight Test Standards

Reference Canadian Aeronautical Regulation (CAR) 421.30

Note: The Above Information is based on Transport Canada minimum requirements.

Instruments

Instruments: The holder of a licence endorsed with an instrument rating (IFR) may exercise the privileges of his/her licence under IMC conditions. This rating allows you to fly when the conditions are below VFR.

Minimum Age: 17 years

Medical Fitness: Category 1 or 3

Pre-requisite: Private Pilot Licence

Knowledge: Ground school not required

Written Examination: MOT Instrument Written Test (INRAT - 70% minimum)

Experience and skills:

*50 hours of cross-country flight as PIC (10 hours in type)

*40 hours dual instrument time

Flight Test: Refer to Transport Canada Flight Test Standards

Reference: Canadian Aeronautical Regulation (CAR)

Note: The Above Information is based on Transport Canada minimum requirements

Mountain Flying

The Mountain Checkout: Beautiful landscapes are found in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, along with some of the most challenging and unpredictable weather conditions. This course prepares the pilot for Navigation, Mountain Flying, Mountain Weather and Emergencies

Minimum Age: 17 Years

Prerequisite: Private Pilot License

Medical Fitness: Medical Category 3

Knowledge: Ground school not required

*BDA ground school briefing (2.0 Hours)

Experience and skills:

*Private pilot licence

*BDA Experience and skills: Mountain Flight (Aprox 3.0 Hours)

Flight Test: Not Required

Note1: The Above Information is based on Transport Canada minimum

Note2: Transport Canada does not regulate Mountain Flying. No endorsement or specific training is required by Transport Canada

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