Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot (Fixed-Wing) British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

About this Program

Level: Airline and Flight Operations Commercial Pilot (Fixed-Wing) Diploma

Discpline: Aerospace Engineering

Length: 4 semesters

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Application Fee: $154.00
Tuition Fee: $45,285.00

Burnaby Campus

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Program Description

BCIT, one of Canada’s largest aviation training schools, and Pacific Flying Club, one of Western Canada’s premier flight-training schools, have combined their resources and expertise to offer a unique training opportunity for men and women who wish to become airline pilots with a strong skill set of aviation industry knowledge. It is a fully integrated program that combines flight training with industry focused academic training. Learners receive training required to qualify for a Private Pilot Licence (PPL), Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Multi Engine Rating, Instrument Flight Rating, and a Diploma. The Diploma is designed specifically to meet the professional growth needs of an aviator in the exciting aviation business. The program is 64 weeks long and operates for four terms. It is one of the fastest ways in Canada to qualify for a commercial pilot’s licence while attaining a post-secondary diploma. The Airline and Flight Operations Diploma program follows training standards prescribed by both Transport Canada and the aviation industry. It is delivered at the BCIT Aerospace and Technology Campus and at the Boundary Bay Airport.

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